Daycare in York, PA
71 licensed programs in York (York County): 50 child care centers, 11 family child care homes and 10 group child care homes. Together they're licensed for 4,754 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 York County
$201/weekmedian for full-time infant care at a center ($10,452 a year) in 2020, before inflation since.
| Weekly | Center | Home daycare |
|---|---|---|
| Infant | $201 | $138 |
| Toddler | $193 | $140 |
| Preschool | $179 | $140 |
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices. Data as of 2020.
50 child care centers in York
Licensed centers, A to Z, with street addresses.
ZIP 17401 · 8
- Christ Church Child Care Centerlicensed for 108 · Accepts subsidy
29 S George St, 17401 · (717) 854-2239
License CER-00246260 - Crispus Attucks Early Learning Centerlicensed for 251 · Accepts subsidy
50 E Boundary Ave, 17401 · (717) 718-9620
License CER-00250407 - Fairview Early Learning and Community Center LLClicensed for 135
100 Lafayette St, 17401 · (717) 650-6822
License CER-00248384 - Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Centerlicensed for 75 · Accepts subsidy
740 W Locust St, 17401 · (717) 846-2273
License CER-00255005 - Werner Early Learning Childcare Center Earl Learnlicensed for 35 · Accepts subsidy
636 W Poplar St, 17401 · (717) 845-5771
License CER-00254772 - YMCA Child Care Centerlicensed for 165 · Accepts subsidy
90 N Newberry St, 17401 · (717) 843-7884
License CER-00256933 - York Academy Regional Charter SchoolAccepts subsidy
32 W North St, 17401 · (717) 843-0918
License CER-00256361 - YWCA York Lincoln Charter SacAccepts subsidy
559 W King St, 17401 · (717) 681-5071
License CER-00248713
ZIP 17402 · 12
- First Church of the Brethrenlicensed for 195 · Accepts subsidy
2710 Kingston Rd, 17402 · (717) 757-6390
License CER-00253655 - First Church of the Brethren at St JosephsAccepts subsidy
2945 Kingston Rd, 17402 · (717) 757-6390
License CER-00246074 - Inspire Early Educationlicensed for 111 · Accepts subsidy
215 Saint Charles Way, 17402 · (717) 741-5426
License CER-00251540 - Inspire Early Educationlicensed for 121 · Accepts subsidy
4075 E Market St, 17402 · (717) 840-8901
License CER-00260049 - Kindercare Learning Center 301025licensed for 138 · Accepts subsidy
120 S Northern Way, 17402 · (717) 755-2821
License CER-00253915 - Little Bug Learninglicensed for 73 · Accepts subsidy
2850 Carol Rd, 17402 · (717) 900-6157
License CER-00246320 - Locust Grove Elementary Sacc CenterAccepts subsidy
3620 E Prospect Rd, 17402 · (717) 235-0446
License CER-00251756 - Small Steps Day Care Schoollicensed for 99 · Accepts subsidy
1050 Plymouth Rd, 17402 · (717) 840-1530
License CER-00248358 - Small Steps Day Care School Inclicensed for 61 · Accepts subsidy
118 Pleasant Acres Rd, 17402 · (717) 840-1530
License CER-00250373 - Stonybrook Kids ClubAccepts subsidy
250 Silver Spur Dr, 17402 · (717) 843-7884
License CER-00247525 - The Goddard Schoollicensed for 165 · Accepts subsidy
88 Theater Ln, 17402 · (717) 840-2522
License CER-00255903 - YWCA York Learning Center at Yorkshire ElemAccepts subsidy
295 Mills St, 17402 · (717) 845-2631
License CER-00250466
ZIP 17403 · 14
- Best Friends Day Care Center LLClicensed for 132 · Accepts subsidy
2709 S Queen St Suite 14, 17403 · (717) 741-3802
License CER-00223124 - Best Friends Day Care Center LLCAccepts subsidy
Ore Valley Elementary 2620 Springwood Rd, 17403 · (717) 505-5051
License CER-00251483 - Fairview Early Learning and Community Center LLClicensed for 80
465 S Pine St, 17403 · (717) 900-1962
License CER-00236002 - Head Start/Early Head Start of York Countylicensed for 77
339 E Cottage Pl, 17403 · (717) 668-8482
License CER-00253570 - Icare Youniversitylicensed for 36 · Accepts subsidy
105 Ridge Ave, 17403 · (717) 680-7395
License CER-00254821 - JCC School for the Early Yearslicensed for 406 · Accepts subsidy
2000 Hollywood Dr, 17403 · (717) 843-0918
License CER-00246641 - Joy Family Daycarelicensed for 27 · Accepts subsidy
200 E Princess St, 17403 · (973) 545-1447
License CER-00256925 - Kreative Bears Preschool LLClicensed for 35 · Accepts subsidy
1788 3rd Ave, 17403 · (929) 313-3936
License CER-00259269 - Lots of Love Daycarelicensed for 77 · Accepts subsidy
800 E King St, 17403 · (717) 848-5403
License CER-00255115 - Weeconnect Early Learning Center Inclicensed for 47 · Accepts subsidy
1499 S Queen St, 17403 · (717) 430-8896
License CER-00243417 - York Country Day Schoollicensed for 88
1000 Indian Rock Dam Rd, 17403 · (717) 815-6735
License CER-00258858 - York Day Nurserylicensed for 144 · Accepts subsidy
450 E Philadelphia St, 17403 · (717) 854-1300
License CER-00245307 - YWCA of York Day Care Centerlicensed for 313 · Accepts subsidy
320 E Market St, 17403 · (717) 434-1737
License CER-00259555 - YWCA York Learning Center at Valley View ElemAccepts subsidy
850 Southern Rd, 17403 · (717) 854-2631
License CER-00255360
ZIP 17404 · 6
- Inspire Early Educationlicensed for 83 · Accepts subsidy
2498 W Philadelphia St, 17404 · (717) 792-6700
License CER-00255855 - Kids First Daycare Inclicensed for 64 · Accepts subsidy
2500 W Market St, 17404 · (717) 792-6495
License CER-00254241 - Rainbow Junction Child Care Centerlicensed for 56 · Accepts subsidy
1030 Carlisle Rd, 17404 · (717) 843-8414
License CER-00249414 - Roundtown Kids ClubAccepts subsidy
570 Church Rd, 17404 · (717) 812-0119
License CER-00249746 - Stillmeadow Nazarene Child Care Center Inclicensed for 177 · Accepts subsidy
400 Stillmeadow Ln, 17404 · (717) 764-4888
License CER-00255081 - Webster Early Learning Centerlicensed for 186 · Accepts subsidy
101 Webster Ave, 17404 · (717) 845-1177
License CER-00253306
ZIP 17406 · 3
- Ds Little Bees LLClicensed for 26 · Accepts subsidy
2801 N George St Suite a, 17406 · (717) 894-5455
License CER-00256916 - Laugh and Learn Early Development Centerlicensed for 65 · Accepts subsidy
3299 N Susquehanna Trl, 17406 · (717) 885-0261
License CER-00259169 - U-Gro Learning Centreslicensed for 171
1321 N Sherman St, 17406 · (717) 757-5900
License CER-00256052
ZIP 17407 · 2
- Small Steps Early Learning Centerlicensed for 47
99 York Rd, 17407 · (717) 515-4797
License CER-00250406 - York JCC Gan Rimon Campuslicensed for 119 · Accepts subsidy
6434 Susquehanna Trail S, 17407 · (717) 843-0918
License CER-00252925
ZIP 17408 · 5
- Educational Building Blocks Inclicensed for 103 · Accepts subsidy
2094 Carlisle Rd, 17408 · (717) 764-1744
License CER-00253014 - Kindercare Learning Center 301284licensed for 123
1540 Rodney Rd, 17408 · (717) 764-4721
License CER-00207053 - Little Bulldogs Academylicensed for 59 · Accepts subsidy
2101 Carlisle Rd, 17408 · (717) 650-1714
License CER-00243665 - Magical Days Learning Center LLClicensed for 101 · Accepts subsidy
1675 Kenneth Rd, 17408 · (717) 764-1750
License CER-00254812 - Wallace Elementary SaccAccepts subsidy
2065 High St, 17408 · (717) 843-7884
License CER-00251610
10 group child care homes in York
Licensed care in a provider's home for a larger group. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Blueprint to Success Daycare & Learning Center LLClicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
York · (340) 626-3745
License CER-00259166 - Happy Faces by Noelialicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
York · (223) 306-7404
License CER-00257853 - Jack & Jill Nurserylicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 854-4778
License CER-00258121 - Jack & Jill Nurserylicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 854-4778
License CER-00258123 - Jack & Jill Nurserylicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 854-4778
License CER-00258122 - Kings Country Kids/Nicolle Kinglicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 887-5012
License CER-00243690 - Mariselas Garden Babysitting Services LLClicensed for 11
York · (267) 826-3704
License CER-00259457 - My Little Space Family Childcare LLClicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 424-6982
License CER-00258227 - Tender Care Day Care Inclicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 755-0999
License CER-00254816 - Twinkle & Shine 24/7 LLClicensed for 13 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 817-9970
License CER-00253065
11 family child care homes in York
Licensed care in a provider's own home. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Babydumplinslicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (814) 359-6941
License CER-00247208 - Coles Childcare LLClicensed for 6
York · (717) 487-1727
License CER-00252775 - Elena Oteros Family Daycarelicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 814-7241
License CER-00245974 - Mary Smithlicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 699-4439
License CER-00257949 - Shelly Russelllicensed for 6
York · (717) 817-3594
License CER-00249599 - The Aunt Daycarelicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (786) 681-7601
License CER-00260052 - Toni Newmanlicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 848-3919
License CER-00253180 - Tyniquea Smithlicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 819-5073
License CER-00246698 - Valerie Davislicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 683-7468
License CER-00243752 - Veronica Bowmanlicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 843-0534
License CER-00252935 - Wanda T Rosadolicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
York · (717) 900-6893
License CER-00255222
How can I get help paying for daycare in York?
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 61 of the 71 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 York: common questions
How much does daycare cost in York, PA?
In York County, full-time infant care at a child care center had a median price of $201 a week ($10,452 a year) in 2020, and preschool care $179 a week. A family child care home charged a median $138 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 York?
Pennsylvania's list shows 71 licensed programs in York as of October 2026: 50 child care centers, 11 family child care homes and 10 group child care homes. Together they're licensed for 4,754 children, though licensed capacity isn't the same as open spots.
Can I get help paying for daycare in York?
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 61 of the York programs accept the subsidy. York also has 7 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.