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Licensed Daycare in Laurel, Maryland

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

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 Laurel 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 Laurel typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Laurel?

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 .

18 licensed daycares in Laurel, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Maryland licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,500/mo

Maryland avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Laurel

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 Laurel 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: 81 kids

ZIP codes covered

20707 10 20724 6 20723 6

Program types in Laurel

Before & After School Care

All Laurel licensed centers

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C Licensed Center

Cumberland Panda Kids Academy #94

Laurel

Infants & Toddlers Cap 81

H Licensed Center

Happy Days Frederick Daycare #140

Laurel

Infants & Toddlers Cap 100

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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 Laurel, Maryland?

Our directory lists 18 licensed childcare centers in Laurel, 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 Laurel?

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 Laurel 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 Laurel typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Laurel?

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 Laurel 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.