Licensed Daycare in New Castle, Delaware

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in New Castle, Delaware?

Our directory lists 100 licensed childcare centers in New Castle, 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.

Q: What's the average daycare cost in New Castle?

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 New Castle 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 New Castle typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in New Castle?

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 .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

100

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Delaware avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in New Castle

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 New Castle 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: 49 kids

ZIP codes covered

19720 102

Program types in New Castle

Licensed Family Child Care

58 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

35 centers

Licensed Large Family Child Care

7 centers

New Castle

Kindergarten through 12 years. Cap 30

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in New Castle, Delaware?

Our directory lists 100 licensed childcare centers in New Castle, 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 New Castle?

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 New Castle 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 New Castle typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in New Castle?

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 New Castle 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.