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Licensed Daycare in Providence, Rhode Island

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

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 Providence?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Rhode Island avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Providence

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 Providence 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: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

02906 20 02903 9 02908 2 02909 1 02907 1 02905 1 1

Program types in Providence

Preschool Program

9 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

9 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

9 centers

All Providence licensed centers

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C Preschool

Cranston Early Learning Center #48

Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 115

C Infant Care

Cumberland Discovery Preschool #17

Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 68

C Preschool

Cumberland KinderCare #14

Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 77

E Preschool

East Providence KinderSmile #20

Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 77

E Infant Care

East Providence Learning Center #23

Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 106

E Licensed Center

East Providence Little Stars Daycare #25

Providence

Infants & Toddlers Cap 34

F Licensed Center

First Steps Cumberland #19

Providence

Infants & Toddlers Cap 118

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Pawtucket

Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 67

H Licensed Center

Happy Days Pawtucket Daycare #3

Providence

Infants & Toddlers Cap 99

J Preschool

Johnston Little Scholars #30

Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 24

J Infant Care

Johnston Precious Moments #33

Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 90

K Licensed Center

Kids R Us Johnston #35

Providence

Infants & Toddlers Cap 54

K Licensed Center

Kids R Us Warwick #31

Providence

Infants & Toddlers Cap 71

L Licensed Center

Little Genius Woonsocket #47

Providence

Infants & Toddlers Cap 83

N Infant Care

North Providence Kids First Academy #39

Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 27

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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

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

Our directory lists 27 licensed childcare centers in Providence, 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 Providence?

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 Providence 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 Providence typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Providence?

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 Providence 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.