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Licensed Daycare in Claymont, Delaware

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

Statewide averages in Delaware run roughly $1230/month for infants and $880/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: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Claymont daycares?

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

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Claymont?

Delaware families can apply for DE Purchase of Care (POC) (intake: (866) 552-2729). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

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Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Delaware avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Claymont

ChildCare Aware reports the Delaware average full-time cost at $1,230/month for infant care and $880/month for preschool. City-level prices in Claymont 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. Delaware families may also qualify for DE Purchase of Care (POC) (intake: (866) 552-2729).

Full Delaware licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE)
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 47 kids

ZIP codes covered

19703 20 2

Program types in Claymont

Licensed Family Child Care

12 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

8 centers

All Claymont licensed centers

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R Family Daycare

ROSE CURRINGTON

Claymont

3 years through 13 years. Cap 9

T Licensed Center

THIRST 2 LEARN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Claymont

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 144

T Family Daycare

TISHA GRIFFITH

Claymont

1 year through 6 years. Cap 6

Y Licensed Center

YMCA OF DELAWARE / CLAYMONT

Claymont

Kindergarten through 12 years. Cap 50

Y Licensed Center

YMCA OF DELAWARE/MAPLE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Claymont

Kindergarten through 12 years. Cap 43

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Claymont, Delaware?

Our directory lists 20 licensed childcare centers in Claymont, Delaware, sourced from Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE). 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 Claymont?

Statewide averages in Delaware run roughly $1230/month for infants and $880/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 Claymont daycares?

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

Are subsidies available for daycare in Claymont?

Delaware families can apply for DE Purchase of Care (POC) (intake: (866) 552-2729). 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 Claymont daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.