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Licensed Daycare in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Rehoboth Beach?

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 Rehoboth Beach 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 Rehoboth Beach typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Rehoboth Beach?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Delaware avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Rehoboth Beach

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 Rehoboth Beach 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: 121 kids

ZIP codes covered

19971 6

Program types in Rehoboth Beach

Licensed Child Care Center

5 centers

All Rehoboth Beach licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

BEACH BABIES CHILD CARE REHOBOTH

Rehoboth Beach

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 83

B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ REHOBOTH BEACH

Rehoboth Beach

Kindergarten through 12 years. Cap 180

E Licensed Center

EPWORTH PRESCHOOL

Rehoboth Beach

2 years through 4 years. Cap 80

K Licensed Center

KIDS COTTAGE

Rehoboth Beach

3 months through 12 years. Cap 162

Y Licensed Center

YMCA OF DELAWARE/REHOBOTH

Rehoboth Beach

Kindergarten through 11 years. Cap 100

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Rehoboth Beach, 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 Rehoboth Beach?

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 Rehoboth Beach 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 Rehoboth Beach typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Rehoboth Beach?

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 Rehoboth Beach 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.