Daycare in Bethlehem, PA
49 licensed programs in Bethlehem (Northampton County): 45 child care centers and 4 family child care homes. Together they're licensed for 3,898 children.
Short answer
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), as of October 2026. Child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes that OCDEL lists as open and certified at the end of the month. Pre-K Counts, Head Start and other early learning sites without a child care certificate are not included. Pennsylvania doesn't publish the ages each program serves in this dataset. Openings change daily, so call first.
What daycare costs in Northampton County
$204/weekmedian for full-time infant care at a center ($10,608 a year) in 2020, before inflation since.
| Weekly | Center | Home daycare |
|---|---|---|
| Infant | $204 | $155 |
| Toddler | $188 | $145 |
| Preschool | $172 | $135 |
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices. Data as of 2020.
45 child care centers in Bethlehem
Licensed centers, A to Z, with street addresses.
ZIP 18015 · 6
- Bright Horizons at Lehighlicensed for 79 · Accepts subsidy
5 Duh Dr, 18015 · (610) 758-5437
License CER-00248296 - Donegan Elementary School Child CareAccepts subsidy
1210 E 4th St, 18015 · (610) 849-9383
License CER-00247921 - Foundations Early Learning Academy of Bethlehem Lllicensed for 87 · Accepts subsidy
444 Montclair Ave, 18015 · (610) 867-9800
License CER-00254910 - Kiddie City Academylicensed for 55 · Accepts subsidy
865 E 4th St, 18015 · (484) 321-6403
License CER-00246098 - Lehigh Valley Childrens Center at Campuslicensed for 124 · Accepts subsidy
410 E 5th St, 18015 · (610) 865-6444
License CER-00251672 - Stems of Learning Child Care Academylicensed for 47 · Accepts subsidy
826 E 4th St, 18015 · (610) 419-9184
License CER-00259491
ZIP 18017 · 21
- Asa Packer Elementary School Day CareAccepts subsidy
1650 Kenwood Dr, 18017 · (610) 849-1823
License CER-00253086 - Bright Light Learning Center Inclicensed for 82 · Accepts subsidy
2641 Easton Ave, 18017 · (610) 419-6980
License CER-00256242 - Chesterbrook Academylicensed for 179 · Accepts subsidy
3355 High Point Blvd, 18017 · (610) 974-9100
License CER-00248148 - First Presbyterian Church Preschool and Extended Clicensed for 288 · Accepts subsidy
2344 Center St, 18017 · (610) 867-2956
License CER-00249174 - Governor Wolf Elementary Child Care CenterAccepts subsidy
1920 Butztown Rd, 18017 · (610) 849-1813
License CER-00253305 - Hanover Elementary School Child CareAccepts subsidy
3890 Jacksonville Rd, 18017 · (610) 849-1833
License CER-00244396 - Hanover Twp Community Centerlicensed for 83 · Accepts subsidy
3660 Jacksonville Rd, 18017 · (610) 317-8701
License CER-00244843 - In Arms Reach Child Care Services LLClicensed for 33 · Accepts subsidy
1411 Marvine St, 18017 · (917) 609-8755
License CER-00249153 - Kids Club LLClicensed for 25 · Accepts subsidy
2104 Stefko Blvd, 18017 · (610) 419-4727
License CER-00243484 - Lightbridge Academylicensed for 185 · Accepts subsidy
3001 Linden St, 18017 · (610) 865-5900
License CER-00259722 - Lincoln Elementary School Child CareAccepts subsidy
1260 Gresham St, 18017 · (610) 849-9333
License CER-00252731 - Little Oaks Hands on Learning Center LLClicensed for 19 · Accepts subsidy
3400 Bath Pike Suite 102, 18017 · (484) 830-0164
License CER-00247938 - Middletown Alc LLClicensed for 201 · Accepts subsidy
2920 Easton Ave Suite 9-10, 18017 · (610) 984-1025
License CER-00247381 - Pembroke Pee Weeslicensed for 130 · Accepts subsidy
1032 Pembroke Rd, 18017 · (610) 865-3577
License CER-00254669 - Precious Ones Child Care IIlicensed for 18 · Accepts subsidy
902 E Macada Rd, 18017 · (484) 707-0207
License CER-00247336 - Rcymca at Lvhn Westgatelicensed for 116 · Accepts subsidy
2435 Schoenersville Rd, 18017 · (610) 596-8644
License CER-00258030 - Sanctuary Learning Centerlicensed for 49 · Accepts subsidy
2224 Industrial Dr Suite 103, 18017 · (484) 788-3283
License CER-00259240 - Sayre Child Centerlicensed for 155 · Accepts subsidy
349 Hamilton Ave, 18017 · (610) 865-5053
License CER-00253303 - Spring Garden Elementary School Child CareAccepts subsidy
901 North Blvd, 18017 · (610) 849-1893
License CER-00254402 - The Learning Experiencelicensed for 169 · Accepts subsidy
2955 Linden St, 18017 · (610) 419-4530
License CER-00252174 - Wesleys Circle of Friendslicensed for 48
2540 Center St, 18017 · (610) 865-5715
License CER-00254696
ZIP 18018 · 12
- Bethlehem Early Learners LLClicensed for 189 · Accepts subsidy
623 6th Ave, 18018 · (610) 867-9530
License CER-00247377 - Bonaventure Academylicensed for 79 · Accepts subsidy
1605 Schoenersville Rd, 18018 · (610) 419-8606
License CER-00245721 - Calypso Elementary School Child CareAccepts subsidy
1021 Calypso Ave, 18018 · (610) 849-9313
License CER-00248521 - Christian Day Carelicensed for 126 · Accepts subsidy
1300 Eaton Ave, 18018 · (610) 694-0444
License CER-00245021 - Clearview Elementary School Child CareAccepts subsidy
2121 Abington Rd, 18018 · (610) 849-9393
License CER-00246924 - Lehigh Valley Childrens Centers Fowlerlicensed for 107 · Accepts subsidy
938 Main St, 18018 · (610) 868-8860
License CER-00249154 - Little Heaven Care LLClicensed for 87 · Accepts subsidy
75 E Union Blvd 1st Floor, 18018 · (610) 393-0659
License CER-00257042 - My Little Worldlicensed for 79 · Accepts subsidy
2210 Eaton Ave, 18018 · (610) 867-2213
License CER-00243753 - Notre Dame of Bethlehem Preschoollicensed for 73
1835 Catasauqua Rd, 18018 · (610) 866-2231
License CER-00247045 - Rcymca at Bethlehem Branchlicensed for 219 · Accepts subsidy
430 E Broad St, 18018 · (610) 867-7588
License CER-00249240 - The Child Development Center of Bethlehemlicensed for 95 · Accepts subsidy
621 E Broad St, 18018 · (908) 329-7366
License CER-00257904 - Tiny Hands Tiny Toes Learning Center LLClicensed for 34 · Accepts subsidy
623 W Union Blvd Ste 9, 18018 · (646) 617-4326
License CER-00246920
ZIP 18020 · 6
- Bethlehem Christian Schoollicensed for 67
3100 Hecktown Rd, 18020 · (610) 868-6020
License CER-00254403 - Chesterbrook Academylicensed for 150 · Accepts subsidy
2201 Emrick Blvd, 18020 · (610) 868-3220
License CER-00258942 - Miller Heights Elementary School Child CareAccepts subsidy
3605 Allen St, 18020 · (610) 849-9183
License CER-00244398 - Nazareth Area Day Carelicensed for 85 · Accepts subsidy
4485 Hanoverville Rd, 18020 · (610) 759-8684
License CER-00259171 - Northampton Community College Childrens Centerlicensed for 112 · Accepts subsidy
3835 Green Pond Rd, 18020 · (610) 861-5477
License CER-00257811 - The Goddard Schoollicensed for 200 · Accepts subsidy
4500 Falmer Dr, 18020 · (610) 694-9100
License CER-00258943
4 family child care homes in Bethlehem
Licensed care in a provider's own home. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Elizabeth Joneslicensed for 6
Bethlehem · (610) 866-9071
License CER-00258180 - Gina Tavareslicensed for 6
Bethlehem · (610) 533-7450
License CER-00250285 - Little Explorers Child Care LLClicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
Bethlehem · (484) 838-0029
License CER-00249885 - Monica Cruzlicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
Bethlehem · (610) 694-0552
License CER-00254196
How can I get help paying for daycare in Bethlehem?
Child Care Works pays part of the bill at a licensed provider you choose; you pay a copay based on income. Pennsylvania's list shows 44 of the 49 programs here accept it. If your income is at or below the poverty line, Head Start and Early Head Start are free.
Help paying in Pennsylvania
Child Care Works, run by Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning
$54,640a year or less for a family of three to start (200% of the federal poverty level), as of May 2026. You also need to work, study or train.
Copays are capped at 7% of income (May 2025).
How to applySources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services; National Women's Law Center
- Child care assistance in every state Income limits, copays and waiting lists
- Child care cost by county Look up any county in Pennsylvania
- How much childcare costs Center, home daycare and nanny prices
- Dependent care FSA calculator The FSA or the tax credit for 2026
- Head Start in Pennsylvania Free preschool and Early Head Start if you qualify
Daycare in Bethlehem: common questions
How much does daycare cost in Bethlehem, PA?
In Northampton County, full-time infant care at a child care center had a median price of $204 a week ($10,608 a year) in 2020, and preschool care $172 a week. A family child care home charged a median $155 a week for an infant. These prices come from the U.S. Department of Labor and aren't adjusted for inflation, so expect higher rates today.
How many licensed daycares are in Bethlehem?
Pennsylvania's list shows 49 licensed programs in Bethlehem as of October 2026: 45 child care centers and 4 family child care homes. Together they're licensed for 3,898 children, though licensed capacity isn't the same as open spots.
Can I get help paying for daycare in Bethlehem?
Yes, if you qualify. Child Care Works, run by Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning, pays part of the cost at a provider you choose. A family of three can earn up to $54,640 a year to start. The state's list shows 44 of the Bethlehem programs accept the subsidy. Bethlehem also has 3 free Head Start and Early Head Start centers for families who qualify.
How do I know a daycare is licensed?
Every program on this page is on Pennsylvania's list of active licensed programs, with its license number. Look up the record before you tour: it shows the ages and number of children the program is licensed for and its inspection history.
Sources
- 1.Child Care Providers including Early Learning Programs Listing Current Monthly Facility County Human Services Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL). Accessed October 16, 2026.
- 2.National Database of Childcare Prices: 2008-2022 (Data File) U.S. Department of Labor, Women's Bureau. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 3.National Database of Childcare Prices Technical Report (September 2024) U.S. Department of Labor, Women's Bureau. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 4.Child Care Works (CCW) Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 5.Pennsylvania: Financial Assistance Resources for Families (last reviewed 2026-09-18) Childcare.gov (Administration for Children and Families). Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 6.Warning Signs: State Child Care Assistance Policies 2025 National Women's Law Center. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 7.CCDF Family Co-Payments by State (January 2025) Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 8.42 U.S. Code 9858n, Definitions (Child Care and Development Block Grant Act) Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School (U.S. Code). Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 9.Understanding and finding child care in Pennsylvania Childcare.gov (Administration for Children and Families). Accessed October 16, 2026.