Best Daycares in State College, PA
Looking for daycares in State College? Below you'll find 6 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Daycare centers for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Check the center's Pennsylvania DHS certification and Keystone STARS rating, and ask about staff-to-child ratios.
This guide lists 6 daycares in and around State College, spread across 3 ZIP codes. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 6 Daycares in State College
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
4 Step By Step School for Early Learning
- Address 2179 Sandy Drive, State College, PA 16803
How to choose daycares in State College
- For child care, check certification on Pennsylvania's DHS Child Care Provider Search and the Keystone STARS rating.
- Visit in person and watch how staff interact with the children.
- Ask about staff-to-child ratios, background checks and first aid training. Pennsylvania requires clearances for anyone working with children.
- Check the pickup policies, schedule flexibility and the full cost, including registration fees.
- Talk to other parents in State College about their experience.
Local tips for State College
Demand for many services, from movers to cleaners to restaurants, rises and falls with the Penn State academic calendar, especially at move-in and move-out.
Book movers, hotels and restaurants well in advance around home football games, graduation and Arts Fest in July.
State College is in Centre County, and local phone numbers use the 814 area code. Popular areas include Downtown, College Heights, Highlands, Holmes-Foster, Penn State campus, Nittany Crossing, Park Forest.
Frequently asked questions
Which areas of State College do these daycares cover?
The daycares on this list are located in ZIP codes 16801, 16803, 16870. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
How do I check a daycare's record in Pennsylvania?
Use the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Care Provider Search to see a provider's certification, inspection results and Keystone STARS level.
What clearances do child care workers need in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania requires a PA State Police criminal record check, a Child Abuse History clearance and an FBI fingerprint check for people who work with children.
Is there help paying for child care in State College?
Pennsylvania's Child Care Works program helps eligible families pay for child care, and Pre-K Counts offers free pre-kindergarten to eligible 3- and 4-year-olds.
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