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Licensed Daycare in Media, Pennsylvania

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

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 Media?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,140/mo

Pennsylvania avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Media

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 Media 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

19063 21

Program types in Media

Child Care Center

15 centers

All Media licensed centers

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C Licensed Center

CHRIST CHURCH PRE-SCHOOL

Media

C Licensed Center

CREW KIDS CHOICE DAYCARE

Media

D Licensed Center

DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Media

E Licensed Center

ETHEL MASON CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Media

G Licensed Center

GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Media

G Licensed Center

GPY Rocky Run Early Learning Center

Media

I Licensed Center

INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Media

L Licensed Center

LIMA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH BUS STOP PROGRAM

Media

M Licensed Center

MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Media

M Licensed Center

MIDDLETOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Media

R Licensed Center

ROSE TREE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Media

R Licensed Center

ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Media

R Licensed Center

Reformation Schools Inc

Media

T Licensed Center

THE CHILDRENS ACADEMY

Media

T Licensed Center

THE WALDEN SCHOOL

Media

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Media, Pennsylvania?

Our directory lists 15 licensed childcare centers in Media, 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 Media?

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 Media 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 Media typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Media?

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 Media 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.