Licensed Daycare in East Barre, Vermont

Q: What's the average daycare cost in East Barre?

Statewide averages in Vermont run roughly $1380/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 East Barre daycares?

All licensed Vermont centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in East Barre typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in East Barre?

Vermont families can apply for Vermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) (intake: (800) 649-2642). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

2 licensed daycares in East Barre, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Vermont licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Vermont avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in East Barre

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 East Barre 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 overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Vermont DCF — Child Development Division
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 114 kids

ZIP codes covered

05649 2

Program types in East Barre

All East Barre licensed centers

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F Licensed Center

First Steps Middlebury #24

East Barre

Infants & Toddlers Cap 118

S Preschool

South Burlington Bright Beginnings #27

East Barre

Preschool (2-5) Cap 110

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in East Barre, Vermont?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in East Barre, Vermont, sourced from Vermont DCF — Child Development Division. 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 East Barre?

Statewide averages in Vermont run roughly $1380/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 East Barre daycares?

All licensed Vermont centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in East Barre typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in East Barre?

Vermont families can apply for Vermont Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP) (intake: (800) 649-2642). 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 East Barre daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Vermont DCF — Child Development Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.