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Licensed Daycare in Gloucester, Massachusetts

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

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 Gloucester?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Gloucester

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 Gloucester 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: 43 kids

ZIP codes covered

01930 26

Program types in Gloucester

All Gloucester licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

Annisquam Preschool Inc

Gloucester

2 years - 12 years Cap 39

C Licensed Center

Cape Ann Y ASP @ Plum Cove

Gloucester

2 years - 12 years Cap 39

C Licensed Center

Cape Ann YMCA @ Beeman

Gloucester

2 years - 12 years Cap 26

C Licensed Center

Cape Ann YMCA @ East Veterans

Gloucester

2 years - 12 years Cap 52

H Licensed Center

Happy Day School

Gloucester

School Age (5+) Cap 39

K Licensed Center

Kindred Garden Early Learning and Care

Gloucester

School Age (5+) Cap 41

K Licensed Center

Kindred Gardens Early Learning and Care 111

Gloucester

School Age (5+) Cap 25

K Licensed Center

Kindred Gardens Early Learning and Care at Eastern Avenue

Gloucester

2 years - 12 years Cap 68

M Licensed Center

Majestic Harbor Community School

Gloucester

School Age (5+) Cap 99

P Licensed Center

Pathways for Children Head Start at Emerson

Gloucester

School Age (5+) Cap 287

S Licensed Center

Shannah Montessori

Gloucester

2 years - 12 years Cap 29

T Licensed Center

The GTM YMCA Early Learning Center

Gloucester

School Age (5+) Cap 130

W Licensed Center

West Parish After School

Gloucester

2 years - 12 years Cap 52

W Licensed Center

Windsorlane Child Care Center

Gloucester

School Age (5+) Cap 25

W Licensed Center

Woodland Place Childcare Center

Gloucester

School Age (5+) Cap 29

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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 Gloucester, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 24 licensed childcare centers in Gloucester, 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 Gloucester?

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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Gloucester?

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 Gloucester 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.