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Licensed Daycare in Wilmington, Delaware

316 licensed daycares in Wilmington, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Delaware licensing records.

316
Licensed Centers
0
Infant Spots
$1,230/mo
Delaware avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Wilmington

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 Wilmington 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
65 kids

All Wilmington licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ LINDEN HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wilmington

Kindergarten through 12 years. Cap 172
B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ MAURICE PRITCHETT SR. ACADEMY

Wilmington

6 years through 14 years. Cap 120
B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ RICHARDSON PARK

Wilmington

Preschool (2-5) Cap 80
B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ RICHEY ELEMENTARY

Wilmington

Kindergarten through 12 years. Cap 80
B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ SHORTLIDGE

Wilmington

Kindergarten through 8 years. Cap 93
B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ THE BAYARD SCHOOL

Wilmington

6 years through 14 years. Cap 87
B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ WARNER ELEMENTARY

Wilmington

8 years through 12 years. Cap 107
B Licensed Center

BRANDYWINE VALLEY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

Wilmington

2 years through Kindergarten. Cap 96
B Licensed Center

BRIGHT BEGINNINGS LEARNING ACADEMY

Wilmington

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 103
B Licensed Center

BRIGHT HORIZONS-CONCORD PLAZA

Wilmington

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 182
C Licensed Center

CARTER'S CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER

Wilmington

6 weeks through 13 years. Cap 55
C Licensed Center

CELEBREE SCHOOL OF PIKE CREEK DBA THE BSL GROUP, LLC.

Wilmington

School Age (5+) Cap 167
C Licensed Center

CHESTER BETHEL PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE

Wilmington

Preschool (2-5) Cap 85
C Licensed Center

CHILDREN OF AMERICA-WILMINGTON

Wilmington

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 197
C Licensed Center

CHILDREN'S HOUSE-MONTESSORI

Wilmington

1 year through Kindergarten. Cap 94

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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Wilmington, Delaware?
Our directory lists 316 licensed childcare centers in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington?
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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Wilmington?
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 Wilmington 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.

Search 316 Licensed Centers in Wilmington

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