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Licensed Daycare in Cranston, Rhode Island

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

Statewide averages in Rhode Island run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1080/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 Cranston?

Rhode Island families can apply for Rhode Island Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (855) 697-4347). 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

$1,380/mo

Rhode Island avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Cranston

ChildCare Aware reports the Rhode Island average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Cranston 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. Rhode Island families may also qualify for Rhode Island Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (855) 697-4347).

Full Rhode Island licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Rhode Island DHS — Office of Child Care
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

02910 14 02920 10 02919 10 02907 10 02921 9 02909 9 02905 7

Program types in Cranston

Licensed Group Child Care Home

18 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

18 centers

Montessori School

9 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

9 centers

Before & After School Care

9 centers

All Cranston licensed centers

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W Family Daycare

Warwick Smart Start Academy #40

Cranston

School Age (5+) Cap 53

W Family Daycare

West Warwick KinderSmile #14

Cranston

School Age (5+) Cap 50

W Family Daycare

Woonsocket Cloud Nine Kids #48

Cranston

School Age (5+) Cap 50

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Cranston, Rhode Island?

Our directory lists 63 licensed childcare centers in Cranston, Rhode Island, sourced from Rhode Island DHS — Office of Child Care. 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 Cranston?

Statewide averages in Rhode Island run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1080/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 Cranston daycares?

All licensed Rhode Island centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Cranston typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Cranston?

Rhode Island families can apply for Rhode Island Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (855) 697-4347). 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 Cranston daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Rhode Island DHS — Office of Child Care search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.