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Licensed Daycare in Dorchester Center, Massachusetts

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Dorchester Center?

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 Dorchester Center?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Dorchester Center

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 Dorchester Center 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: 26 kids

ZIP codes covered

02124 26 02122 2

Program types in Dorchester Center

All Dorchester Center licensed centers

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C Family Daycare

Crespo, Ana

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

D Family Daycare

Dessalines, Huguette

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

G Family Daycare

Gonzalez, Altagracia Nancy

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

G Family Daycare

Greene, Janet

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

J Family Daycare

James, Sharon

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

M Family Daycare

Marcelin, Junia

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

M Family Daycare

Medina, Raquel

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

M Family Daycare

Morrobel, Heroina

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

O Family Daycare

Objio, Rachelle

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

P Family Daycare

Peralta, Laura

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

Q Family Daycare

Quezada, Juana

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

Q Family Daycare

Quezada, Maria

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

R Family Daycare

Rodrigues-Lopes, Eloisa

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

T Family Daycare

Torres Lantigua, Mayra

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

U Family Daycare

Urena Polanco, Nairoby

Dorchester Center

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

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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 Dorchester Center, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 24 licensed childcare centers in Dorchester Center, 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 Dorchester Center?

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 Dorchester Center 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 Dorchester Center typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Dorchester Center?

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 Dorchester Center 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.