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Licensed Daycare in Charlestown, Rhode Island

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

Statewide averages in Rhode Island run roughly $1380/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: Are subsidies available for daycare in Charlestown?

Rhode Island families can apply for Rhode Island Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (855) 697-4347). 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

$1,380/mo

Rhode Island avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Charlestown

ChildCare Aware reports the Rhode Island average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Charlestown 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. Rhode Island families may also qualify for Rhode Island Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (855) 697-4347).

Full Rhode Island licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Rhode Island DHS — Office of Child Care
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 70 kids

ZIP codes covered

02813 9

Program types in Charlestown

Licensed Group Child Care Home

9 centers

All Charlestown licensed centers

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C Group Care

Cumberland Generations Daycare #37

Charlestown

School Age (5+) Cap 105

F Group Care

First Steps East Providence #43

Charlestown

School Age (5+) Cap 62

H Group Care

Happy Days Providence Daycare #77

Charlestown

School Age (5+) Cap 31

H Group Care

Happy Days West Warwick Daycare #31

Charlestown

School Age (5+) Cap 60

K Group Care

Kids R Us Providence #5

Charlestown

School Age (5+) Cap 80

K Group Care

Kids R Us South Kingstown #9

Charlestown

School Age (5+) Cap 42

L Group Care

Little Genius Pawtucket #21

Charlestown

School Age (5+) Cap 66

T Group Care

Tiny Tots of Coventry #15

Charlestown

School Age (5+) Cap 97

W Group Care

Warwick Little Stars Daycare #49

Charlestown

School Age (5+) Cap 91

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Charlestown, Rhode Island?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Charlestown, Rhode Island, sourced from Rhode Island DHS — 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 Charlestown?

Statewide averages in Rhode Island run roughly $1380/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 Charlestown daycares?

All licensed Rhode Island centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Charlestown typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Charlestown?

Rhode Island families can apply for Rhode Island Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (855) 697-4347). 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 Charlestown daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Rhode Island DHS — Office of Child Care search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.