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Licensed Daycare in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania

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

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 Bellefonte?

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 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

$1,140/mo

Pennsylvania avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Bellefonte

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 Bellefonte 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

16823 10

Program types in Bellefonte

Child Care Center

6 centers

Family Child Care Home

4 centers

All Bellefonte licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

BELLEFONTE FAMILY YMCA DAY CARE CENTER

Bellefonte

B Licensed Center

BELLEFONTE FAMILY YMCA-BELLEFONTE ELEM

Bellefonte

B Licensed Center

BELLEFONTE FAMILY YMCA-MARION WALKER

Bellefonte

C Licensed Center

CENTRE COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Bellefonte

E Family Daycare

ERICA RENEE TAYLOR FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

Bellefonte

J Family Daycare

JOHNSTONBAUGH FAMILY CHILD CARE CO

Bellefonte

K Family Daycare

KAREN YOUNG FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

Bellefonte

K Licensed Center

KIDS COURT-BELLEFONTE

Bellefonte

L Family Daycare

LORI L DUMOND

Bellefonte

R Licensed Center

REDMANS KIDZ KONNECTION INC

Bellefonte

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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 Bellefonte, Pennsylvania?

Our directory lists 10 licensed childcare centers in Bellefonte, 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 Bellefonte?

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 Bellefonte 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 Bellefonte typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Bellefonte?

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 Bellefonte 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.