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Licensed Daycare in Lake, West Virginia

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

Statewide averages in West Virginia run roughly $820/month for infants and $640/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 Lake?

West Virginia families can apply for West Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (304) 558-1885). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

1 licensed daycares in Lake, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official West Virginia licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

West Virginia avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Lake

ChildCare Aware reports the West Virginia average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $640/month for preschool. City-level prices in Lake 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. West Virginia families may also qualify for West Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (304) 558-1885).

Full West Virginia licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: West Virginia DHS — Bureau for Children and Families
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 96 kids

ZIP codes covered

25121 1

Program types in Lake

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Lake licensed centers

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C Before/After School

Charleston KinderCare #94

Lake

School Age (5+) Cap 96

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Lake, West Virginia?

Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in Lake, West Virginia, sourced from West Virginia DHS — Bureau for Children and Families. 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 Lake?

Statewide averages in West Virginia run roughly $820/month for infants and $640/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 Lake daycares?

All licensed West Virginia centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Lake typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Lake?

West Virginia families can apply for West Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (304) 558-1885). 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 Lake daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official West Virginia DHS — Bureau for Children and Families search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.