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Licensed Daycare in Danvers, Massachusetts

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

Statewide averages in Massachusetts run roughly $2300/month for infants and $1640/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 Danvers?

Massachusetts families can apply for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600). 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.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Danvers

ChildCare Aware reports the Massachusetts average full-time cost at $2,300/month for infant care and $1,640/month for preschool. City-level prices in Danvers 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. Massachusetts families may also qualify for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600).

Full Massachusetts licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
Infant ratio: 1:3
Toddler ratio: 1:4
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 46 kids

ZIP codes covered

01923 29

Program types in Danvers

All Danvers licensed centers

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I Licensed Center

Ideal Baby Steps

Danvers

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

K Licensed Center

Kids at Play Learning Center, LLC

Danvers

School Age (5+) Cap 29

L Licensed Center

Little Hands Children's Center

Danvers

School Age (5+) Cap 45

M Licensed Center

Maple Street Church Nursery

Danvers

2 years - 12 years Cap 35

P Family Daycare

Pacheco, Lorraine

Danvers

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

P Licensed Center

Primrose School of North Shore - Danvers

Danvers

School Age (5+) Cap 168

R Family Daycare

Rizzo, Alicia

Danvers

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

R Licensed Center

Run-A-Muck Child Care Center

Danvers

School Age (5+) Cap 69

S Licensed Center

Saint Paul Early Education Inc.

Danvers

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

S Licensed Center

St. Mary of the Annunciation School

Danvers

2 years - 12 years Cap 60

S Licensed Center

Stepping Stones Nursery School

Danvers

2 years - 12 years Cap 24

T Licensed Center

The Learning Center at Northeast Arc

Danvers

School Age (5+) Cap 9

W Family Daycare

Walker, Jucielly

Danvers

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Danvers, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 28 licensed childcare centers in Danvers, Massachusetts, sourced from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). 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 Danvers?

Statewide averages in Massachusetts run roughly $2300/month for infants and $1640/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 Danvers daycares?

All licensed Massachusetts centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Danvers typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Danvers?

Massachusetts families can apply for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600). 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 Danvers daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.