Daycare Centers Near ZIP 02879

There are 18 licensed childcare centers in and around ZIP 02879 in Narragansett, RI. All hold active state licenses sourced from official RI licensing databases.

Daycare costs near 02879 in RI: infant care $900–$1,800/month; toddler programs $700–$1,200/month; preschool $600–$1,100/month. CCAP subsidies can reduce costs by 50–90% for eligible families.

Yes — all 18 centers listed for ZIP 02879 hold active RI childcare licenses, sourced directly from the official state licensing database.

RI participates in the federal CCDF program. Families near 02879 may qualify for CCAP assistance based on income. Visit childcare.gov or your local social services office to apply.

Centers near 02879 serve: infants (0–12 mo) — 0 centers; toddlers (1–3 yrs); preschool (3–5 yrs) — 0 programs; school-age (5+). Call ahead to confirm openings.

Visit at least 3 centers near 02879, check staff ratios, safety features, and curriculum. Use our free 30-point checklist at /checklist before enrolling.

RI requires: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, 1:10 for preschoolers. Always confirm the current ratio before enrolling at any center near 02879.

Head Start offers free federally-funded programs for income-eligible families. Search 'Head Start' in our directory for 02879 or visit headstart.gov.

Yes — and you should. Call ahead to schedule a tour at any center near 02879. Use our 30-point checklist at /checklist to evaluate each facility.

Typical requirements: birth certificate, immunization records, emergency contacts, custody docs if applicable, and proof of income for subsidies. Confirm with each center near 02879.