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Licensed Daycare in Ware, Massachusetts

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

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 Ware?

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 .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Ware

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 Ware 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: 18 kids

ZIP codes covered

01082 12

Program types in Ware

All Ware licensed centers

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C Licensed Center

Community Action @ Ware

Ware

2 years - 12 years Cap 17

F Family Daycare

Flamand, Susan

Ware

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

K Licensed Center

Kidstop Childrens Center

Ware

School Age (5+) Cap 47

K Licensed Center

Kidstop School-Age Program

Ware

2 years - 12 years Cap 52

M Family Daycare

Mach, Heather

Ware

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

M Family Daycare

Mansfield, Michele Eileen

Ware

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

M Family Daycare

Mascitis, Shannon

Ware

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

M Licensed Center

Mill Yard Academy

Ware

School Age (5+) Cap 35

P Family Daycare

Pepe, Anne

Ware

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

S Family Daycare

Sutton, Theresa

Ware

2 years - 12 years Cap 8

W Family Daycare

Wolfe, Hekate

Ware

2 years - 12 years Cap 6

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Ware, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 11 licensed childcare centers in Ware, 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 Ware?

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 Ware 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 Ware typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Ware?

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 Ware 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.