Licensed Daycare in Smugglers Notch, Vermont
2 licensed daycares in Smugglers Notch, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Vermont licensing records.
Smugglers Notch listings updated May 2026 from official Vermont records.
Daycare in Smugglers Notch: what parents should know
Smugglers Notch has 2 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Family Daycare the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Vermont license at indexing time, sourced from Vermont DCF — Child Development Division.
For age coverage, 1 center in Smugglers Notch report infant care (roughly 50% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early).
About 50% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
Together, licensed providers in Smugglers Notch report capacity for roughly 154 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Smugglers Notch childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Smugglers Notch
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 Smugglers Notch 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 overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Vermont DCF — Child Development Division
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:5
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 77 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Smugglers Notch
Largest licensed centers in Smugglers Notch
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
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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 programVermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(800) 649-2642 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Smugglers Notch, Vermont are compiled from official Vermont DCF — Child Development Division 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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