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Licensed Daycare in Ardmore, Pennsylvania

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

Statewide averages in Pennsylvania run roughly $1140/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.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Ardmore?

Pennsylvania families can apply for Child Care Works (CCW) (intake: (877) 472-5437). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,140/mo

Pennsylvania avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Ardmore

ChildCare Aware reports the Pennsylvania average full-time cost at $1,140/month for infant care and $880/month for preschool. City-level prices in Ardmore 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. Pennsylvania families may also qualify for Child Care Works (CCW) (intake: (877) 472-5437).

Full Pennsylvania licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10

ZIP codes covered

19003 9

Program types in Ardmore

Child Care Center

8 centers

All Ardmore licensed centers

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C Licensed Center

CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL

Ardmore

L Licensed Center

LANE GOOD COUNCIL MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Ardmore

L Licensed Center

LITTLE EAGLE DAYCARE

Ardmore

M Licensed Center

MI CASITA ARDMORE

Ardmore

M Licensed Center

Mi Casita Bebe

Ardmore

P Licensed Center

PLAY AND LEARN ARDMORE

Ardmore

R Licensed Center

RIGHT AT SCHOOL AT CHESTNUTWOLD ELEMENTARY

Ardmore

T Licensed Center

THE CHILDRENS ARK AT ST GEORGES

Ardmore

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Ardmore, Pennsylvania?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Ardmore, Pennsylvania, sourced from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning. 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 Ardmore?

Statewide averages in Pennsylvania run roughly $1140/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 Ardmore daycares?

All licensed Pennsylvania centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Ardmore typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Ardmore?

Pennsylvania families can apply for Child Care Works (CCW) (intake: (877) 472-5437). 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 Ardmore daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.