Licensed Daycare in Claymont, Delaware
Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.
Childcare costs in Claymont
ChildCare Aware reports the Delaware average full-time cost at $1,230/month for infant care and $880/month for preschool. City-level prices in Claymont vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Delaware families may also qualify for DE Purchase of Care (POC) (intake: (866) 552-2729).
Full Delaware licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE)
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 47 kids
Program types in Claymont
All Claymont licensed centers
Page 2 of 2ROSE CURRINGTON
Claymont
THIRST 2 LEARN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Claymont
TISHA GRIFFITH
Claymont
YMCA OF DELAWARE / CLAYMONT
Claymont
YMCA OF DELAWARE/MAPLE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Claymont
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