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Licensed Daycare in Scranton, Pennsylvania

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

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 Scranton?

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 .

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

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,140/mo

Pennsylvania avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Scranton

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 Scranton 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

18510 7 18505 7 18504 6 18509 5 18508 4 18519 1 18512 1 18503 1

Program types in Scranton

Child Care Center

24 centers

Family Child Care Home

1 centers

All Scranton licensed centers

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L Licensed Center

LITTLE PEOPLE DAY CARE SCHOOL

Scranton

M Licensed Center

MALAS ROOTS AND SHOOTS DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL LLC

Scranton

P Licensed Center

PERRYS ACADEMY OF LEARNING AT THE FRICCHIONE CENT

Scranton

S Licensed Center

SMALL WONDERS LEARNING CENTER

Scranton

S Licensed Center

Sophies Learning Center

Scranton

T Licensed Center

THE WELLKIND SCHOOL FOR EARLY LEARNERS

Scranton

T Licensed Center

TREASURE HOUSE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER-MONROE

Scranton

U Licensed Center

UNC-PROGRESSIVE CENTER

Scranton

U Licensed Center

UNITED NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS-BELLEVUE CENTER

Scranton

U Licensed Center

UNITED NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS-GREEN RIDGE CENTER

Scranton

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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 Scranton, Pennsylvania?

Our directory lists 25 licensed childcare centers in Scranton, 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 Scranton?

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 Scranton 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 Scranton typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Scranton?

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 Scranton 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.