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Licensed Daycare in Pawtucket, Rhode Island

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

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 Pawtucket?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Rhode Island avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Pawtucket

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 Pawtucket 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: 77 kids

ZIP codes covered

02860 11 02861 9

Program types in Pawtucket

All Pawtucket licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Johnston #7

Pawtucket

2 years - 12 years Cap 106

A Head Start

Active Kids Warwick #3

Pawtucket

2 years - 12 years Cap 45

C Preschool

Coventry Cloud Nine Kids #40

Pawtucket

Preschool (2-5) Cap 100

C Preschool

Cranston Learning Tree #24

Pawtucket

Preschool (2-5) Cap 89

J Preschool

Johnston KinderSmile #6

Pawtucket

Preschool (2-5) Cap 110

J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Cranston #25

Pawtucket

2 years - 12 years Cap 61

N Head Start

North Providence Creative Kids #13

Pawtucket

2 years - 12 years Cap 110

N Preschool

North Providence Little Scholars #12

Pawtucket

Preschool (2-5) Cap 29

N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Coventry #41

Pawtucket

2 years - 12 years Cap 61

P Preschool

Pawtucket KinderCare #46

Pawtucket

Preschool (2-5) Cap 93

P Head Start

Pawtucket Primrose School #47

Pawtucket

2 years - 12 years Cap 116

P Head Start

Providence ABC Childcare #31

Pawtucket

2 years - 12 years Cap 106

P Preschool

Providence Early Learning Center #30

Pawtucket

Preschool (2-5) Cap 83

S Head Start

South Kingstown ABC Childcare #35

Pawtucket

2 years - 12 years Cap 79

S Preschool

South Kingstown Early Learning Center #34

Pawtucket

Preschool (2-5) Cap 107

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

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

Our directory lists 18 licensed childcare centers in Pawtucket, 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 Pawtucket?

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 Pawtucket 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 Pawtucket typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Pawtucket?

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 Pawtucket 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.