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Search 429 verified daycare and childcare centers across Vermont, sourced directly from Vermont DCF — Child Development Division . Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.

429
Licensed Centers
$1,380/mo
Avg Infant Care
$1,080/mo
Avg Preschool
1:4
Infant Ratio

Vermont Childcare Licensing

In Vermont, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the Vermont DCF — Child Development Division. 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.

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Quick licensing facts

Regulator
Vermont DCF — Child Development Division
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:5
Preschool ratio
1:10
Avg infant cost
$1,380/mo
Avg preschool cost
$1,080/mo

Top Cities for Daycare in Vermont

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Bradford
15 centers
Burlington
10 centers
Saint Albans
6 centers
Newport
6 centers
Bellows Falls
6 centers
Barre
6 centers
Rutland
5 centers
Randolph
5 centers
Bennington
5 centers
Montpelier
4 centers
Stowe
3 centers
Springfield
3 centers
Financial help

Vermont Childcare Subsidies & Tax Credits

Vermont families can apply for Vermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) 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: (800) 649-2642

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Program Types in Vermont

Preschool Program
54 centers
Montessori School
54 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
54 centers
Licensed Family Daycare Home
54 centers
Licensed Child Care Center
54 centers
Infant & Toddler Center
53 centers

Recently Verified Centers

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S Montessori

St. Albans Cloud Nine Kids #10

Strafford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 31
N Licensed Center

Nurturing Hearts St. Albans #11

Taftsville

Infants & Toddlers Cap 48
S Family Daycare

St. Albans Smart Start Academy #12

Thetford

School Age (5+) Cap 100
S Group Care

St. Albans Little Angels #13

Thetford Center

School Age (5+) Cap 42
E Preschool

Explorer Kids St. Albans #14

East Corinth

Preschool (2-5) Cap 82
S Head Start

St. Albans Generations Daycare #15

Tunbridge

2 years - 12 years Cap 34
S Before/After School

St. Albans KinderSmile #16

Vershire

School Age (5+) Cap 43
A Infant Care

Active Kids St. Albans #17

Wells River

Preschool (2-5) Cap 54
S Montessori

St. Albans Playhouse Academy #18

West Fairlee

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 32
S Licensed Center

St. Albans Learning Center #19

West Hartford

Infants & Toddlers Cap 52
S Family Daycare

St. Albans Childcare Academy #20

West Newbury

School Age (5+) Cap 118
S Group Care

St. Albans Little Stars Daycare #21

West Topsham

School Age (5+) Cap 96

Daycare in Vermont — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know a daycare in Vermont is licensed?
Every center listed here is verified against the Vermont DCF — Child Development Division database. Look for the 'Licensed' badge on each profile. You can also confirm directly via the agency's lookup tool at https://dcf.vermont.gov/cdd/families/finding-childcare.
What is the staff-to-child ratio in Vermont?
State minimums in Vermont are roughly 1:4 infants, 1:5 toddlers, and 1:10 preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below these ceilings.
How much does daycare cost in Vermont?
Full-time infant care averages about $1380/month; preschool runs around $1080/month. Costs vary by city — large metros like Vermont trend higher than rural areas.
Are subsidies available for childcare in Vermont?
Yes. The primary state program is Vermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP), reachable at (800) 649-2642. Federal options like Head Start, the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, and Dependent Care FSA also apply. See our subsidies guide for eligibility rules.
How do I report unsafe conditions at a Vermont daycare?
File a complaint with the Vermont DCF — Child Development Division via their website. Inspections are public record; severe violations result in license suspension.

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