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Licensed Daycare in Pax, West Virginia

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

Statewide averages in West Virginia run roughly $820/month for infants and $640/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 Pax?

West Virginia families can apply for West Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (304) 558-1885). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

West Virginia avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Pax

ChildCare Aware reports the West Virginia average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $640/month for preschool. City-level prices in Pax 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. West Virginia families may also qualify for West Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (304) 558-1885).

Full West Virginia licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: West Virginia DHS — Bureau for Children and Families
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 23 kids

ZIP codes covered

25904 1

Program types in Pax

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

All Pax licensed centers

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W Family Daycare

Wheeling KinderCare #56

Pax

School Age (5+) Cap 23

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Pax, West Virginia?

Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in Pax, West Virginia, sourced from West Virginia DHS — Bureau for Children and Families. 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 Pax?

Statewide averages in West Virginia run roughly $820/month for infants and $640/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 Pax daycares?

All licensed West Virginia centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Pax typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Pax?

West Virginia families can apply for West Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (304) 558-1885). 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 Pax daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official West Virginia DHS — Bureau for Children and Families search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.