Licensed Daycare in Essex, Connecticut
4 licensed daycares in Essex, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Connecticut licensing records.
Childcare costs in Essex
ChildCare Aware reports the Connecticut average full-time cost at $1,620/month for infant care and $1,200/month for preschool. City-level prices in Essex 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. Connecticut families may also qualify for Care 4 Kids (intake: (888) 214-5437).
Full Connecticut licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Connecticut Office of Early Childhood
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:4
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 73 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Essex
All Essex licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Bridgeport Children's Place #113
Essex
Danbury Childcare Academy #10
Essex
Explorer Kids New Haven #123
Essex
Stamford Stepping Stones #133
Essex
Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
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