Licensed Daycare in Portsmouth, Ohio
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.
Childcare costs in Portsmouth
ChildCare Aware reports the Ohio average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Portsmouth 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. Ohio families may also qualify for Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) (intake: (866) 886-3537).
Full Ohio licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Ohio Department of Children and Youth — Child Care Licensing
- Infant ratio
- 1:5
- Toddler ratio
- 1:7
- Preschool ratio
- 1:14
- Avg capacity
- 101 kids
All Portsmouth licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Columbus KinderCare #332
Portsmouth
Growing Minds Hamilton #148
Portsmouth
Jumping Jacks Toledo #157
Portsmouth
Parma Playhouse Academy #323
Portsmouth
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Search 4 Licensed Centers in Portsmouth
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