Licensed Daycare in Southport, Connecticut
4 licensed daycares in Southport, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Connecticut licensing records.
Southport listings updated May 2026 from official Connecticut records.
Daycare in Southport: what parents should know
Southport has 4 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Child Care Center the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Connecticut license at indexing time, sourced from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood.
Licensed care in Southport spans 2+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute.
Together, licensed providers in Southport report capacity for roughly 274 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Southport childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Southport
ChildCare Aware reports the Connecticut average full-time cost at $1,620/month for infant care and $1,200/month for preschool. City-level prices in Southport 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. Connecticut families may also qualify for Care 4 Kids (intake: (888) 214-5437).
Full Connecticut licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Connecticut Office of Early Childhood
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:4
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 68 kids
Program types in Southport
Largest licensed centers in Southport
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Southport licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Southport
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programCare 4 Kids can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(888) 214-5437 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Connecticut Office of Early Childhood.
Official license searchChildcare resources for Southport
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Southport, Connecticut are compiled from official Connecticut Office of Early Childhood licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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