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Licensed Daycare in Magnolia, Delaware

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

Statewide averages in Delaware run roughly $1230/month for infants and $880/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: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Magnolia daycares?

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

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Magnolia?

Delaware families can apply for DE Purchase of Care (POC) (intake: (866) 552-2729). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

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Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Delaware avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Magnolia

ChildCare Aware reports the Delaware average full-time cost at $1,230/month for infant care and $880/month for preschool. City-level prices in Magnolia 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. Delaware families may also qualify for DE Purchase of Care (POC) (intake: (866) 552-2729).

Full Delaware licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE)
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 22 kids

ZIP codes covered

19962 12

Program types in Magnolia

Licensed Family Child Care

9 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

3 centers

All Magnolia licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ J. RALPH MCILVAINE

Magnolia

Kindergarten through 6 years. Cap 93

B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB @ ROBINSON ELEMENTARY

Magnolia

6 years through 12 years. Cap 86

C Family Daycare

CATHERINE PALMER

Magnolia

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

M Family Daycare

MALISSA SMITH

Magnolia

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

M Family Daycare

MICHELLE DAWSON

Magnolia

School Age (5+) Cap 6

P Family Daycare

PAMELA CARNEY

Magnolia

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

R Family Daycare

REGINA KEALTY

Magnolia

8 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

S Licensed Center

S & S PLAYFUL PALACE

Magnolia

School Age (5+) Cap 12

S Family Daycare

SHELLEY MACK

Magnolia

School Age (5+) Cap 6

S Family Daycare

STACY L SMITH

Magnolia

1 year through 13 years. Cap 9

V Family Daycare

VELDA WIECZOREK

Magnolia

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

W Family Daycare

WHITNEY DURHAM

Magnolia

6 weeks through 12 years. Cap 9

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How many licensed daycare centers are in Magnolia, Delaware?

Our directory lists 12 licensed childcare centers in Magnolia, Delaware, sourced from Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE). 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 Magnolia?

Statewide averages in Delaware run roughly $1230/month for infants and $880/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 Magnolia daycares?

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

Are subsidies available for daycare in Magnolia?

Delaware families can apply for DE Purchase of Care (POC) (intake: (866) 552-2729). 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 Magnolia daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.