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Licensed Daycare in Paxton, Massachusetts

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

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 Paxton?

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 .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Paxton

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 Paxton 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

01612 10

Program types in Paxton

All Paxton licensed centers

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C Family Daycare

Castillo, Elizabeth

Paxton

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

C Licensed Center

Creative Learning Center

Paxton

2 years - 12 years Cap 20

H Family Daycare

Hewins, Kimberly

Paxton

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

I Licensed Center

Ivy Early Education

Paxton

School Age (5+) Cap 41

J Family Daycare

Janny Ogando

Paxton

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

J Family Daycare

Johansson, Leslie

Paxton

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

L Licensed Center

Loving Hearts Learning Center, LLC

Paxton

School Age (5+) Cap 59

P Licensed Center

Paxton Before and After School Program

Paxton

2 years - 12 years Cap 52

S Family Daycare

Schlegel, Traci

Paxton

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

T Licensed Center

Turn Back Time, Inc

Paxton

2 years - 12 years Cap 70

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Paxton, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 10 licensed childcare centers in Paxton, 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 Paxton?

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 Paxton 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 Paxton typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Paxton?

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 Paxton 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.