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Licensed home care network

Find Home Daycares Near You

Search licensed home daycare providers near your location across Canada and the United States. Compare group size, schedules, and subsidy participation with DaycareLocator's free directory. Every profile highlights inspection notes, background checks, and caregiver training for peace of mind.

Cities Covered

5,144

Licensed Centres

52,263

Canada

11,412

United States

40,851

Search licensed home daycares

Discover inspected home childcare providers with small group sizes, flexible schedules, and subsidy participation.

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Looking for daycare-specific waitlist data? Head back to our daycare near me page.

Why verifying licensing matters

Only licensed daycares meet government standards for staff ratios, safety inspections, and program quality. Every result on DaycareLocator shows licence status — look for the Licensed badge. You can also verify any daycare's licence using our free lookup tool.

Neighborhood-focused home daycare hubs

Explore communities with bilingual caregivers, extended hours, and nature-friendly backyards ideal for mixed-age groups.

Top Canadian cities

Up-to-date licensing data from every province, including subsidy eligibility and waitlist insights.

Toronto

ON, Canada

977 centres

Neighborhoods: M1B Area, M1C Area, M1E Area

Calgary

AB, Canada

812 centres

Neighborhoods: T1Y Area, T2A Area, T2B Area

Edmonton

AB, Canada

745 centres

Neighborhoods: NOT Area, T5A Area, T5B Area

Mississauga

ON, Canada

300 centres

Neighborhoods: L4T Area, L4W Area, L4X Area

Ottawa

ON, Canada

269 centres

Neighborhoods: K1A Area, K1B Area, K1E Area

Brampton

ON, Canada

218 centres

Neighborhoods: L5S Area, L6P Area, L6R Area

London

ON, Canada

174 centres

Neighborhoods: N5V Area, N5W Area, N5X Area

Hamilton

ON, Canada

141 centres

Neighborhoods: 133 Area, 765 Area, L8H Area

Top U.S. cities

Large metro hubs plus fast-growing suburbs with detailed provider profiles.

Bronx

NY, USA

3,459 centres

Neighborhoods: 104 Area

Brooklyn

NY, USA

2,078 centres

Neighborhoods: 112 Area

Houston

TX, USA

1,571 centres

Neighborhoods: 770 Area

1,118 centres

Neighborhoods: 191 Area

New York

NY, USA

920 centres

Neighborhoods: 100 Area, 101 Area, 102 Area

Miami

FL, USA

751 centres

Neighborhoods: 331 Area

696 centres

Austin

TX, USA

579 centres

Neighborhoods: 787 Area

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Verified licensing

Every listing is cross-referenced with provincial or state licensing databases and updated whenever regulations change.

Parent insights

See program highlights, staff ratios, languages, and curriculum details before booking a tour.

Neighborhood coverage

Explore hotspots like downtown cores, commuter suburbs, and fast-growing neighborhoods with one click.

Questions parents ask about "home daycare near me"

What is a licensed home daycare?

Licensed home daycares operate from the provider's residence but meet the same background checks, inspections, and ratio requirements as centres. Listings outline maximum group size, age mix, and whether assistants are onsite.

Why choose home daycare over a centre?

Families often pick home childcare for smaller groups, flexible hours, and a cozy environment that mirrors family routines. Profiles highlight daily schedules, outdoor access, and curriculum focus so you can compare experiences.

How do providers stay compliant?

Home daycare operators complete licensing visits, health and safety inspections, and ongoing training. DaycareLocator surfaces license numbers, renewal dates, and notes from the most recent inspection for transparency.

Do home daycares accept subsidies?

Many licensed home programs participate in CWELCC, state subsidies, or municipal fee supports. Check the subsidy section inside each listing to see which programs they accept and what paperwork to bring.

Can siblings stay together?

Home daycares often blend infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, which helps siblings remain together throughout the day. Profiles specify age ranges, learning activities, and how educators tailor routines for each child.

Ready to meet home daycare providers?

Compare daily rhythms, licensing histories, and openings before booking in-person visits.

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