Licensed Daycare in Lake Elmore, Vermont
2 licensed daycares in Lake Elmore, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Vermont licensing records.
Lake Elmore listings updated August 2026 from official Vermont records.
Daycare in Lake Elmore: what parents should know
Families in Lake Elmore can choose from 2 licensed childcare providers, with Preschool the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Vermont license at indexing time, sourced from Vermont DCF — Child Development Division.
For age coverage, 1 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.
Combined, Lake Elmore's licensed centers hold about 156 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Lake Elmore childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Lake Elmore
ChildCare Aware reports the Vermont average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Lake Elmore 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. Vermont families may also qualify for Vermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) (intake: (800) 649-2642).
Full Vermont licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Vermont DCF — Child Development Division
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:5
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 78 kids
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What to pack for the first day
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Ask the center first — many supply cots but require your own fitted sheet.
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Two full changes per day for potty-training age, one for older kids.
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Most centers ask for one clearly named bottle a child can open alone.
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Largest licensed centers in Lake Elmore
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
No openings near Lake Elmore? Widen the search
Waitlists are normal in high-demand areas. Centers one ZIP code over often have space, and part-time or in-home options may open sooner — start by checking nearby ZIP codes.
Found a center in Lake Elmore? Here is what to pack
Bottles, name labels, nap bedding and spare clothes — our checklist by age covers what centers ask you to bring, and what they ask you not to send.
All Lake Elmore licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Lake Elmore
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programVermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(800) 649-2642 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Vermont DCF — Child Development Division.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Lake Elmore, Vermont are compiled from official Vermont DCF — Child Development Division licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · August 2026 · methodology
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