Early Childhood Education Program Capacity By Type (1997–2025)

Definition

Available child care capacity= the maximum number of licensed slots within a licensed center which follows state guidelines for minimum staff/child ratios and maximum groups sizes for each age group. Capacity does not necessarily reflect actual enrollment.

Child Care Center-13 or more children,

Family Child Care Homes-1 person caring for no more than 6 children,

Large Family Child Care Homes- 2 people caring for a group of 7-12 children.

Data Source

Delaware Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families

Notes

Data for 2003 and later reflect the addition of child care centers providing part time care.

Last Updated

2026-02