York Region
Licensed daycare in Vaughan
3 licensed childcare centres across Vaughan. 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.
Fee subsidy · York Region
Apply for the child care fee subsidy in Vaughan
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Daycare in Vaughan — parents ask
How many licensed daycares are in Vaughan?+
There are 3 licensed childcare centres in Vaughan listed on Daycare Tracker, sourced from the Ontario Ministry of Education licence directory.
How much does daycare cost in Vaughan?+
Base fees at a non-CWELCC centre in Vaughan typically run $55–$95/day for infants and $45–$75/day for toddlers and preschool. CWELCC participation varies by centre in Vaughan. 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 Vaughan?+
Waitlists in the GTA commonly run 12–24 months, and many centres in Vaughan 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 Vaughan to apply?+
No. Most licensed centres in Vaughan 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
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.
Daycare Cost in Toronto: CWELCC, Fees & What to Expect
What licensed care actually costs in 2026 — CWELCC rates, home daycare, and the subsidies that stack on top.