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Licensed Daycare in Eden, Maryland

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

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.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Eden 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 Eden typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Eden?

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 .

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

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,500/mo

Maryland avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Eden

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 Eden 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).

Full Maryland licensing & cost overview

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: 73 kids

ZIP codes covered

21822 5

Program types in Eden

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Eden licensed centers

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F Group Care

Frederick Creative Kids #22

Eden

School Age (5+) Cap 67

G Group Care

Greenbelt Generations Daycare #167

Eden

School Age (5+) Cap 96

H Infant Care

Hagerstown Panda Kids Academy #190

Eden

Preschool (2-5) Cap 92

K Head Start

Kids R Us Gaithersburg #106

Eden

2 years - 12 years Cap 39

N Licensed Center

Nurturing Hearts Salisbury #83

Eden

Infants & Toddlers Cap 75

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 Eden, Maryland?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Eden, 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 Eden?

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 Eden 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 Eden typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Eden?

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 Eden 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.