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Licensed Daycare in Holyoke, Massachusetts

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

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 Holyoke?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Holyoke

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 Holyoke 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: 27 kids

ZIP codes covered

01040 69

Program types in Holyoke

All Holyoke licensed centers

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G Family Daycare

Gomez, Belkys

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

G Family Daycare

Gonzalez, Luz M

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

G Family Daycare

Guiteau, Sandra

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

H Licensed Center

HCC Itsy Bitsy Child Watch

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 19

H Licensed Center

Holyoke Boys and Girls Club

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 200

H Licensed Center

Holyoke Day Nursery, Inc.

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 64

I Family Daycare

Irizarry, Kimberly

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

I Family Daycare

Izquierdo, Deyanira

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

J Licensed Center

J.C. Learning Center, Inc

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 19

M Family Daycare

Maloney, Carol

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

M Licensed Center

Maple Street Headstart

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 20

M Family Daycare

Martinez Melendez, Kiara

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

M Licensed Center

Master Heo's Tae Kwon Do Child Care

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 160

M Licensed Center

Mater Dolorosa School

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 175

M Family Daycare

Matos, Melyssa

Holyoke

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Holyoke, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 61 licensed childcare centers in Holyoke, 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 Holyoke?

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 Holyoke 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 Holyoke typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Holyoke?

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 Holyoke 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.