Licensed Daycare in Ellendale, Delaware
4 licensed daycares in Ellendale, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Delaware licensing records.
Ellendale listings updated May 2026 from official Delaware records.
Daycare in Ellendale: what parents should know
Families in Ellendale can choose from 4 licensed childcare providers, with Child Care Center the most common type (about 75% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Delaware license at indexing time, sourced from Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE).
About 25% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
Combined, Ellendale's licensed centers hold about 82 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Ellendale childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Ellendale
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 Ellendale 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 overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE)
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 20 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Ellendale
Largest licensed centers in Ellendale
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Ellendale licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Ellendale
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 programDE Purchase of Care (POC) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(866) 552-2729 · 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 Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE).
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Ellendale, Delaware are compiled from official Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (DELACARE) 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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