Licensed Daycare in Dover, Delaware
This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.
Childcare costs in Dover
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 Dover 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
- 52 kids
All Dover licensed centers
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DE COLORES HOME LEARNING CENTER
Dover
FULLER LOVE HOME DAY CARE
Dover
JAMEELAH HINES
Dover
MIRACLES OF LIFE CHILD CARE
Dover
RIVERS OF LEARNING ACADEMY, LLC
Dover
ROOM TO BLOOM
Dover
SUNSHINE HOME CHILDCARE, LLC
Dover
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