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Licensed Daycare in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

327
Licensed Centers
0
Infant Spots
$1,140/mo
Pennsylvania avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Pittsburgh

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 Pittsburgh 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

15235 28 15221 26 15206 22 15237 19 15219 19 15222 17 15212 15 15233 14

Program types in Pittsburgh

Child Care Center
263 centers
Family Child Care Home
36 centers
Group Child Care Home
28 centers

All Pittsburgh licensed centers

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CHATTERBOX DAYCARE CENTER PHASE II LLC

Pittsburgh

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CHERYLS DAYCARE

Pittsburgh

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CHILDREN ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL LLC

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

CHILDRENS ARK CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER

Pittsburgh

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CHILDRENS CHRISTIAN GROUP HOME DAY CARE

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

CHILDRENS EXPRESS LEARNING CENTER

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

CHILDS WAY

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL AND NURSERY OF EAST OHIO ST

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL AND NURSERY of NORTH SIDE

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

CRAFTON CHILDRENS CORNER

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

CRAFTON CHILDRENS CORNER

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

CRAFTON CHILDRENS CORNER

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

CREATIVE MINDS LEARNING CENTER LLC

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

CYERT CENTER FOR EARLY EDUCATION

Pittsburgh

C Licensed Center

CYNTHIA FRANCKS CHILDCARE

Pittsburgh

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania?
Our directory lists 327 licensed childcare centers in Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh?
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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Pittsburgh?
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 Pittsburgh 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.

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