Daycares in MARKHAM, ON
Find the perfect child care center in MARKHAM. Browse 124 licensed daycares across 7 neighborhoods, read parent reviews, and discover programs that match your family's needs.
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Local insights for MARKHAM
MARKHAM in York Region has 124 licensed centres across 7 diverse communities. As one of Canada's most multicultural cities, Markham offers exceptional coverage in Mandarin, Cantonese, Farsi/Persian, and Korean language programs alongside standard English and French.
The tech corridor along Highway 7 and Warden Avenue generates corporate childcare demand. Many KPMG, IBM, and Markham Stouffville Hospital employees rely on nearby centres with early 7 a.m. openings and late 6:30 p.m. closings.
York Region's centralized childcare waitlist lets you apply to multiple centres simultaneously. Refresh your application quarterly to maintain priority status.
Neighbourhood highlights
Where families book tours first
Unionville & Main Street
Heritage village setting with boutique programs and Montessori schools. Higher fee range; shorter waitlists than Toronto proper.
Cornell & Box Grove
New planned communities with modern licensed centres. Good availability for toddler and preschool spaces.
Milliken & Armadale
Dense Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking communities with extensive bilingual programs. Many centres offer culturally specific menus and holiday celebrations.
Thornhill & Cachet
Persian and Israeli community hubs with specialized cultural and language programs. Strong family-run operators.
Costs & planning tips
Budget ranges plus waitlist advice
Typical fees
- Infant care averages $1,500–$1,750/month. Toddler rooms run $1,200–$1,450; preschool $1,000–$1,200. Private Mandarin-immersion programs may charge a premium.
- York Region subsidy applications are processed through the region's children's services portal. Income thresholds are slightly higher than Toronto's.
Waitlist & subsidy tips
- York Region's childcare waitlist processes applications centrally. Apply online and list up to 20 centres in priority order.
- Markham centres serving Mandarin-speaking communities fill fastest — apply no later than 9 months before your target date.
Cost estimates are approximate and based on publicly available data. Fees, subsidy eligibility, and program availability change frequently — verify current details directly with providers and your local subsidy agency.
Why this matters in MARKHAM
124 licensed centres across 7 neighborhoods, with programs in 7 languages. Use filters to find the right fit.
Top 10 Daycares in MARKHAM
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L3P Area
24 daycares
Featured centers:
- • 1043282 Ontario Inc. - Markham Montessori School
- • 605061 Ontario Ltd - Pals
- • 605061 Ontario Ltd. - Friendships
- ... and 21 more
L3R Area
35 daycares
Featured centers:
- • 1191238 Ontario Ltd. - Trinity Montessori School
- • 605061 Ontario Ltd. - Pastimes - School Age
- • All Saints' Montessori School
- ... and 32 more
L3S Area
16 daycares
Featured centers:
- • 2678507 Ontario Inc
- • Beckenridge Discovery Preschool
- • Family Day Care Services - Armadale Child Care Centre
- ... and 13 more
L3T Area
2 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Dream Tree Montessori
- • Henderson Avenue Kids' Club
L6B Area
14 daycares
Featured centers:
- • All About Kids - Cornell 2
- • All About Kids Inc. - All About Kids Day Care
- • EQUIA LICENSED HOME CHILDCARE
- ... and 11 more
L6C Area
14 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Angus Glen Montessori
- • Apple Blossoms Centre
- • Kids Connection at All Saints
- ... and 11 more
L6E Area
19 daycares
Featured centers:
- • ACE MONTESSORI
- • All Smiles Childcare
- • Amazing Grace Bilingual Montessori
- ... and 16 more
Finding Child Care in MARKHAM
MARKHAM is home to 124 licensed daycare centers serving families across 7 distinct neighborhoods. Whether you're looking for infant care, toddler programs, or preschool education, you'll find quality child care options throughout the city that meet your family's needs.
Daycare Options by Neighborhood
Each neighborhood in MARKHAM offers unique child care options. From downtown centers with extended hours for working parents to suburban facilities with large outdoor play areas, you can find the perfect match for your child's needs and your family's schedule.
What to Look for in a MARKHAM Daycare
- Licensed and regulated facilities by the provincial government
- Qualified early childhood educators with proper certifications
- Age-appropriate programs and developmental activities
- Safe, clean, and stimulating environments
- Convenient location near home or work
- Subsidy acceptance for eligible families