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Licensed Daycare in Piney Point, Maryland

6 licensed daycares in Piney Point, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Maryland licensing records.

6
Licensed Centers
1
Infant Care
$1,500/mo
Maryland avg infant
1:3
State infant ratio

Piney Point listings updated May 2026 from official Maryland records.

Daycare in Piney Point: what parents should know

Families in Piney Point can choose from 6 licensed childcare providers, with Licensed Group Child Care Home the most common type (about 33% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Maryland license at indexing time, sourced from Maryland State Department of Education — Office of Child Care.

For age coverage, 1 center in Piney Point report infant care (roughly 17% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early). 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.

In total, Piney Point providers are approved for approximately 426 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Piney Point childcare by the numbers

6
Licensed providers
426
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Piney Point

ChildCare Aware reports the Maryland average full-time cost at $1,500/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Piney Point 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. Maryland families may also qualify for Maryland Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS) (intake: (877) 227-0125).

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Quick facts

State regulator
Maryland State Department of Education — Office of Child Care
Infant ratio
1:3
Toddler ratio
1:6
Preschool ratio
1:10
Avg capacity
71 kids

ZIP codes covered

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Piney Point, Maryland?
Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Piney Point, Maryland, sourced from Maryland State Department of Education — Office of Child Care. 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 Piney Point?
Statewide averages in Maryland run roughly $1500/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 Piney Point daycares?
All licensed Maryland centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Piney Point typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Piney Point?
Maryland families can apply for Maryland Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS) (intake: (877) 227-0125). 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 Piney Point daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Maryland State Department of Education — Office of Child Care search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Piney Point

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Maryland Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(877) 227-0125 · How to apply
Quality ratings

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Piney Point, Maryland are compiled from official Maryland State Department of Education — Office of Child Care 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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