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Licensed Daycare in Lake City, Pennsylvania

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Lake City?

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 Lake City?

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 .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,140/mo

Pennsylvania avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Lake City

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 Lake City 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

16423 5

Program types in Lake City

Child Care Center

4 centers

Family Child Care Home

1 centers

All Lake City licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

A CHILDS WORLD DAYCARE AND LEARNING CENTER

Lake City

M Licensed Center

MISS JULIES CHILDCARE

Lake City

S Family Daycare

SANDRA L KOETH FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

Lake City

Y Licensed Center

YMCA Camp Sherwin

Lake City

Y Licensed Center

YMCA OF GREATER ERIE/ELK VALLEY

Lake City

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Lake City, Pennsylvania?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Lake City, 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 Lake City?

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 Lake City 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 Lake City typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Lake City?

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 Lake City 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.