Licensed Daycare in Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts
10 licensed daycares in Vineyard Haven, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Massachusetts licensing records.
Vineyard Haven listings updated May 2026 from official Massachusetts records.
Daycare in Vineyard Haven: what parents should know
Our directory lists 10 licensed childcare providers in Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts, with Family Daycare the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Massachusetts license at indexing time, sourced from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC).
Licensed care in Vineyard Haven spans 2+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute. About 50% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
Combined, Vineyard Haven's licensed centers hold about 219 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Vineyard Haven childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Vineyard Haven
ChildCare Aware reports the Massachusetts average full-time cost at $2,300/month for infant care and $1,640/month for preschool. City-level prices in Vineyard Haven 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. Massachusetts families may also qualify for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600).
Full Massachusetts licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
- Infant ratio
- 1:3
- Toddler ratio
- 1:4
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 21 kids
Program types in Vineyard Haven
Largest licensed centers in Vineyard Haven
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Vineyard Haven licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Vineyard Haven
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 programEEC Child Care Financial Assistance can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(617) 988-6600 · 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 Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC).
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts are compiled from official Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) 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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