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Licensed Daycare in Canton, Massachusetts

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

Statewide averages in Massachusetts run roughly $2300/month for infants and $1640/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: Are subsidies available for daycare in Canton?

Massachusetts families can apply for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Canton

ChildCare Aware reports the Massachusetts average full-time cost at $2,300/month for infant care and $1,640/month for preschool. City-level prices in Canton 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. Massachusetts families may also qualify for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600).

Full Massachusetts licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
Infant ratio: 1:3
Toddler ratio: 1:4
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 44 kids

ZIP codes covered

02021 30 02121 1

Program types in Canton

All Canton licensed centers

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K Family Daycare

Krants, Alla

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

L Licensed Center

La Distinction Academy

Canton

School Age (5+) Cap 18

M Family Daycare

Marcell, Jamie

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

M Family Daycare

Mathieson, Jennifer

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

P Licensed Center

Preschool Enrichment Center

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 100

P Licensed Center

Primrose School of Canton at Blue Hills

Canton

School Age (5+) Cap 120

S Family Daycare

Santos, Cleida

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

S Licensed Center

School Age Enrichment Center

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 117

S Family Daycare

St Jean, Barbara

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

S Licensed Center

Sunrise Child Care Center

Canton

School Age (5+) Cap 28

S Family Daycare

Sykes, Jennifer

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

T Licensed Center

The Blue Hill Montessori School

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 49

T Licensed Center

The Learning Circle Preschool Inc.

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 46

T Family Daycare

Tracey Rampino

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

W Family Daycare

Wang, Jianjun

Canton

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Canton, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 30 licensed childcare centers in Canton, Massachusetts, sourced from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). 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 Canton?

Statewide averages in Massachusetts run roughly $2300/month for infants and $1640/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 Canton daycares?

All licensed Massachusetts centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Canton typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Canton?

Massachusetts families can apply for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600). 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 Canton daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.