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Licensed Daycare in Arlington, Massachusetts

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Arlington?

Statewide averages in Massachusetts run roughly $2300/month for infants and $1640/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.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Arlington?

Massachusetts families can apply for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

46 licensed daycares in Arlington, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Massachusetts licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,300/mo

Massachusetts avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Arlington

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 Arlington 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 overview

Quick 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: 57 kids

ZIP codes covered

02474 24 02476 22 1

Program types in Arlington

All Arlington licensed centers

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E Licensed Center

Elizabeth's Daycare Center

Arlington

School Age (5+) Cap 90

F Licensed Center

Fidelity House

Arlington

2 years - 12 years Cap 103

F Licensed Center

Fidelity House Site 2

Arlington

2 years - 12 years Cap 33

F Family Daycare

Flores, Cristina

Arlington

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

G Licensed Center

Great Expectations Preschool

Arlington

2 years - 12 years Cap 59

K Licensed Center

Kid Care Preschool-Arlington Recreation

Arlington

2 years - 12 years Cap 40

K Family Daycare

Kumari, Poonam

Arlington

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

L Licensed Center

Learn to Grow

Arlington

School Age (5+) Cap 250

L Licensed Center

Let's Learn Together Child Care

Arlington

School Age (5+) Cap 40

L Licensed Center

Let's Learn Together Childcare at Park Ave

Arlington

School Age (5+) Cap 47

L Family Daycare

Li, Wing Ha

Arlington

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

L Licensed Center

Little Halos Bilingual Day School

Arlington

2 years - 12 years Cap 20

L Licensed Center

Little Kids Academy

Arlington

School Age (5+) Cap 45

L Licensed Center

Little Sprouts @ Arlington

Arlington

School Age (5+) Cap 56

L Licensed Center

Love Reigns Children's Center

Arlington

2 years - 12 years Cap 10

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Arlington, Massachusetts?

Our directory lists 46 licensed childcare centers in Arlington, Massachusetts, sourced from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). 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 Arlington?

Statewide averages in Massachusetts run roughly $2300/month for infants and $1640/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 Arlington daycares?

All licensed Massachusetts centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Arlington typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Arlington?

Massachusetts families can apply for EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600). 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 Arlington daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.