Licensed Daycare in Pennsylvania
Search 6,410 verified daycare and childcare centers across Pennsylvania, sourced directly from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning. Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.
Pennsylvania Childcare Licensing
In Pennsylvania, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning. Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.
Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:4 for infants under 12 months, 1:5 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:10 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.
Verify a license at Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early LearningWhat's distinctive about Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania's Keystone STARS is one of the country's most thorough QRIS systems (4-star scale). 3-4 star providers significantly exceed state minimums. CCW subsidies serve families up to 200% poverty.
Quick licensing facts
- 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
- Avg infant cost
- $1,140/mo
- Avg preschool cost
- $880/mo
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Pennsylvania families can apply for Child Care Works (CCW) based on income and work/school status. Federal programs — the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap), and Head Start — stack on top of state assistance.
Local intake line: (877) 472-5437
Program Types in Pennsylvania
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