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Licensed Daycare in Colesville, Maryland

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

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 Colesville 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 Colesville typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Colesville?

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 .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,500/mo

Maryland avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Colesville

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 Colesville 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: 70 kids

ZIP codes covered

20905 6 20904 6

Program types in Colesville

Montessori School

2 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

2 centers

Head Start Center

2 centers

Before & After School Care

2 centers

Preschool Program

1 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

All Colesville licensed centers

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B Head Start

Baltimore Bright Futures Daycare #134

Colesville

2 years - 12 years Cap 103

B Family Daycare

Bowie Children's Place #112

Colesville

School Age (5+) Cap 68

C Group Care

College Park Primrose School #4

Colesville

School Age (5+) Cap 89

C Montessori

Cumberland Golden Gate Daycare #173

Colesville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 39

C Infant Care

Cumberland Precious Moments #172

Colesville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 57

F Head Start

First Steps Laurel #88

Colesville

2 years - 12 years Cap 74

G Licensed Center

Growing Minds Bowie #111

Colesville

Infants & Toddlers Cap 48

L Preschool

La Petite Academy College Park #5

Colesville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 101

L Before/After School

Laurel Little Scholars #89

Colesville

School Age (5+) Cap 55

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Baltimore #135

Colesville

School Age (5+) Cap 34

R Montessori

Rockville Early Learning Center #28

Colesville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 91

T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Rockville #27

Colesville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 82

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Colesville, Maryland?

Our directory lists 12 licensed childcare centers in Colesville, 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 Colesville?

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 Colesville 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 Colesville typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Colesville?

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 Colesville 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.