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Licensed Daycare in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

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

Statewide averages in Pennsylvania run roughly $1140/month for infants and $880/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 Elizabethtown?

Pennsylvania families can apply for Child Care Works (CCW) (intake: (877) 472-5437). 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

$1,140/mo

Pennsylvania avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Elizabethtown

ChildCare Aware reports the Pennsylvania average full-time cost at $1,140/month for infant care and $880/month for preschool. City-level prices in Elizabethtown 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. Pennsylvania families may also qualify for Child Care Works (CCW) (intake: (877) 472-5437).

Full Pennsylvania licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10

ZIP codes covered

17022 11

Program types in Elizabethtown

Child Care Center

7 centers

Group Child Care Home

3 centers

Family Child Care Home

1 centers

All Elizabethtown licensed centers

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E Licensed Center

Elizabethtown Child Care Center

Elizabethtown

G Licensed Center

GEARS KIDS CENTER AT BEAR CREEK

Elizabethtown

G Licensed Center

GEARS KIDS CENTER AT EAST HIGH

Elizabethtown

G Licensed Center

GEARS KIDS CENTER OF COMMUNITY CTR

Elizabethtown

K Licensed Center

KCE CHAMPIONS LLC AT CONEWAGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Elizabethtown

L Licensed Center

LITTLE SPROUTS LEARNING ACADEMY

Elizabethtown

U Licensed Center

U-GRO LEARNING CENTRES

Elizabethtown

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania?

Our directory lists 11 licensed childcare centers in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, sourced from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning. 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 Elizabethtown?

Statewide averages in Pennsylvania run roughly $1140/month for infants and $880/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 Elizabethtown daycares?

All licensed Pennsylvania centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Elizabethtown typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Elizabethtown?

Pennsylvania families can apply for Child Care Works (CCW) (intake: (877) 472-5437). 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 Elizabethtown daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.