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Licensed Daycare in Capital Heights, Maryland

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Capital Heights?

Statewide averages in Maryland run roughly $1500/month for infants and $1080/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 Capital Heights daycares?

All licensed Maryland centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Capital Heights typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Capital Heights?

Maryland families can apply for Maryland Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS) (intake: (877) 227-0125). 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

$1,500/mo

Maryland avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Capital Heights

ChildCare Aware reports the Maryland average full-time cost at $1,500/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Capital Heights 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. Maryland families may also qualify for Maryland Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS) (intake: (877) 227-0125).

Full Maryland licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Maryland State Department of Education — Office of Child Care
Infant ratio: 1:3
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 71 kids

ZIP codes covered

20743 6

Program types in Capital Heights

Licensed Child Care Center

2 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

2 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Capital Heights licensed centers

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A Head Start

Annapolis Panda Kids Academy #125

Capital Heights

2 years - 12 years Cap 55

B Infant Care

Baltimore Discovery Preschool #64

Capital Heights

Preschool (2-5) Cap 30

C Licensed Center

Cumberland Generations Daycare #102

Capital Heights

Infants & Toddlers Cap 65

F Licensed Center

Frederick Creative Kids #148

Capital Heights

Infants & Toddlers Cap 104

K Group Care

Kids R Us Bowie #41

Capital Heights

School Age (5+) Cap 56

N Infant Care

Nurturing Hearts Laurel #18

Capital Heights

Preschool (2-5) Cap 119

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Capital Heights, Maryland?

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Capital Heights, Maryland, sourced from Maryland State Department of Education — Office of Child Care. 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 Capital Heights?

Statewide averages in Maryland run roughly $1500/month for infants and $1080/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 Capital Heights daycares?

All licensed Maryland centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Capital Heights typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Capital Heights?

Maryland families can apply for Maryland Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS) (intake: (877) 227-0125). 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 Capital Heights daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Maryland State Department of Education — Office of Child Care search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.