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Licensed Daycare in Hartly, Delaware

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Hartly?

Statewide averages in Delaware run roughly $1230/month for infants and $880/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Hartly daycares?

All licensed Delaware centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Hartly typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Hartly?

Delaware families can apply for DE Purchase of Care (POC) (intake: (866) 552-2729). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Delaware avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Hartly

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 Hartly 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 overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE)
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 66 kids

ZIP codes covered

19953 5

Program types in Hartly

Licensed Child Care Center

3 centers

Licensed Family Child Care

2 centers

All Hartly licensed centers

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H Licensed Center

HARTLY FAMILY LEARNING CENTER

Hartly

1 year through 12 years. Cap 109

H Licensed Center

HARTLY LEARNING ACADEMY INC

Hartly

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 107

K Licensed Center

KINGDOM KID'S DAY CARE, INC.

Hartly

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 98

M Family Daycare

MARY WATERS

Hartly

3 months through Kindergarten. Cap 9

T Family Daycare

TAMMY M. MILLER

Hartly

1 year through 12 years. Cap 9

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Hartly, Delaware?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Hartly, Delaware, sourced from Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE). All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Hartly?

Statewide averages in Delaware run roughly $1230/month for infants and $880/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Hartly daycares?

All licensed Delaware centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Hartly typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Hartly?

Delaware families can apply for DE Purchase of Care (POC) (intake: (866) 552-2729). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Hartly daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.