Licensed Daycare in Marathon, Wisconsin
3 licensed daycares in Marathon, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Wisconsin licensing records.
Marathon listings updated May 2026 from official Wisconsin records.
Daycare in Marathon: what parents should know
There are 3 licensed childcare providers on record in Marathon, with Family Daycare the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Wisconsin license at indexing time, sourced from Wisconsin Department of Children and Families — Child Care Regulation.
About 100% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
In total, Marathon providers are approved for approximately 175 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Marathon childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Marathon
ChildCare Aware reports the Wisconsin average full-time cost at $1,170/month for infant care and $870/month for preschool. City-level prices in Marathon 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. Wisconsin families may also qualify for Wisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (608) 422-7200).
Full Wisconsin licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Wisconsin Department of Children and Families — Child Care Regulation
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 58 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Marathon
Largest licensed centers in Marathon
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Marathon licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Marathon
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 programWisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(608) 422-7200 · 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 Wisconsin Department of Children and Families — Child Care Regulation.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Marathon, Wisconsin are compiled from official Wisconsin Department of Children and Families — Child Care Regulation 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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