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Durham Region

Licensed daycare in Ajax

30 licensed childcare centres across Ajax. Compare programs, fees, and CWELCC status, track your applications, and get reminded before the 90-day re-confirmation deadline so you don't lose your spot.

Licensed centres
30
CWELCC ($22/day)
0
Avg. Google rating
4.4 / 5
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90 days

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Daycare in Ajax — parents ask

How many licensed daycares are in Ajax?+

There are 30 licensed childcare centres in Ajax listed on Daycare Tracker, sourced from the Ontario Ministry of Education licence directory.

How much does daycare cost in Ajax?+

Base fees at a non-CWELCC centre in Ajax typically run $55–$95/day for infants and $45–$75/day for toddlers and preschool. CWELCC participation varies by centre in Ajax. When enrolled, base fees are capped at $22/day for children under 6. Fee subsidies through your regional program stack on top.

How long are daycare waitlists in Ajax?+

Waitlists in the GTA commonly run 12–24 months, and many centres in Ajax require families to re-confirm interest every 90 days or they drop you from the list. Applying to 6–10 centres and keeping re-confirmations current is the norm.

Do I need to be a resident of Ajax to apply?+

No. Most licensed centres in Ajax accept applications from anywhere, though priority is sometimes given to residents, siblings of enrolled children, or employees of nearby workplaces. Confirm with the centre.

Guides before you apply

Waitlists7 min

GTA Daycare Waitlist Survival Guide

The 90-day rule, how many lists to join, and how to convert a waitlist spot into an actual place.

Costs8 min

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