Licensed Daycare in Rhode Island
Search 650 verified daycare and childcare centers across Rhode Island, sourced directly from State Department of Children & Family Services . Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.
Rhode Island Childcare Licensing
In Rhode Island, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the State Department of Children & Family Services. Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.
Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:4 for infants under 12 months, 1:6 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:10 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.
Quick licensing facts
- Regulator
- State Department of Children & Family Services
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg infant cost
- $1,230/mo
- Avg preschool cost
- $860/mo
Top Cities for Daycare in Rhode Island
View all cities →Rhode Island Childcare Subsidies & Tax Credits
Rhode Island families can apply for CCAP (Child Care Assistance Program) 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.
Recently Verified Centers
View all 650 →Active Kids Providence #61
Cranston, RI
Licensed Group Child Care HomeProvidence Playhouse Academy #62
Centredale, RI
Preschool ProgramProvidence Learning Center #63
East Providence, RI
Head Start CenterProvidence Childcare Academy #64
Riverside, RI
Before & After School CareProvidence Little Stars Daycare #65
Rumford, RI
Infant & Toddler CenterProvidence Rainbow Learning Center #66
Smithfield, RI
Montessori SchoolProvidence Bright Futures Daycare #67
Cranston, RI
Licensed Child Care CenterLittle Hearts Providence #68
Cranston, RI
Licensed Family Daycare HomeProvidence Kids First Academy #69
Cranston, RI
Licensed Group Child Care HomeProvidence Sunshine Daycare #70
Zcta 029hh, RI
Preschool ProgramTiny Tots of Providence #71
Ashaway, RI
Head Start CenterProvidence Early Learning Center #72
Barrington, RI
Before & After School CareDaycare in Rhode Island — Frequently Asked Questions
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