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Licensed Daycare in East Calais, Vermont

Q: What's the average daycare cost in East Calais?

Statewide averages in Vermont 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: What staff-to-child ratios apply in East Calais daycares?

All licensed Vermont centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in East Calais typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in East Calais?

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

Vermont avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in East Calais

ChildCare Aware reports the Vermont average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in East Calais 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. Vermont families may also qualify for Vermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) (intake: (800) 649-2642).

Full Vermont licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Vermont DCF — Child Development Division
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 66 kids

ZIP codes covered

05650 2

Program types in East Calais

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All East Calais licensed centers

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G Head Start

Growing Minds South Burlington #28

East Calais

2 years - 12 years Cap 36

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in East Calais, Vermont?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in East Calais, Vermont, sourced from Vermont DCF — Child Development Division. 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 East Calais?

Statewide averages in Vermont 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 East Calais daycares?

All licensed Vermont centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in East Calais typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in East Calais?

Vermont families can apply for Vermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) (intake: (800) 649-2642). 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 East Calais daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Vermont DCF — Child Development Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.