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Licensed Daycare in Orange, Massachusetts

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

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 Orange?

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 Orange

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 Orange 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: 13 kids

ZIP codes covered

01364 10

Program types in Orange

All Orange licensed centers

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C Family Daycare

Comeau, Tiffany

Orange

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

C Licensed Center

Community Action @ North Orange

Orange

2 years - 12 years Cap 18

E Licensed Center

Educare

Orange

2 years - 12 years Cap 33

E Family Daycare

Ehlen, Tammy

Orange

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

H Family Daycare

Hamlett, Tracy

Orange

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

M Family Daycare

McBride, Cady

Orange

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

W Family Daycare

Whitman, Karen

Orange

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 Orange, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 7 licensed childcare centers in Orange, 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 Orange?

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 Orange 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 Orange typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Orange?

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 Orange 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.