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Licensed Daycare in Seaford, Delaware

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

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 Seaford 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 Seaford typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Seaford?

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 .

46 licensed daycares in Seaford, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Delaware licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Delaware avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Seaford

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 Seaford 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: 25 kids

ZIP codes covered

19973 48

Program types in Seaford

All Seaford licensed centers

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L Licensed Center

LITTLE SCHOLARS EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Seaford

2 years through Kindergarten. Cap 32

L Family Daycare

LITTLE SMILES DAYCARE LLC

Seaford

3 months through 10 years. Cap 12

L Licensed Center

LITTLE SPROUTS LEARNING ACADEMY

Seaford

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 132

M Family Daycare

MELISSA HAWKINS

Seaford

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

M Licensed Center

MT. OLIVET PRESCHOOL

Seaford

Preschool (2-5) Cap 30

N Family Daycare

NEAREEN WESTON

Seaford

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

P Family Daycare

PATRICIA L. RAYNE

Seaford

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

P Family Daycare

PRECIOUS MEMORIES CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL

Seaford

8 weeks through 12 years. Cap 12

R Licensed Center

RAINBOW DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL

Seaford

2 years through 3 years. Cap 60

R Family Daycare

RHONDALIN CANNON-TINGLE

Seaford

2 years through 13 years. Cap 9

S Family Daycare

SADE LANKFORD

Seaford

Kindergarten through 12 years. Cap 6

S Licensed Center

ST. JOHN'S PRESCHOOL

Seaford

Preschool (2-5) Cap 114

S Family Daycare

STEPPING STONES DAY CARE, INC.

Seaford

2 years through 12 years. Cap 12

T Family Daycare

TAMMY SATCHELL

Seaford

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

T Licensed Center

THE CHILD CRAFT COMPANY

Seaford

3 years through 11 years. Cap 137

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Seaford, Delaware?

Our directory lists 46 licensed childcare centers in Seaford, 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 Seaford?

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 Seaford 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 Seaford typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Seaford?

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 Seaford 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.