York Region
Licensed daycare in Aurora
6 licensed childcare centres across Aurora. 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.
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All centres in Aurora
Whispering Pines Child Care Centre
Aurora, Aurora5.0 (8)CentreMagic Tree Childcare
Aurora, Aurora4.9 (29)CentreSafari Kid South Aurora
Aurora, Aurora4.7 (38)CentreEh To Zed Preschool Canada Early Learning Academy
Aurora, AuroraCentreVictoria Montessori School
Aurora, AuroraCentreWillowbrae Childcare Academy
Aurora, AuroraCentre
Daycare in Aurora — parents ask
How many licensed daycares are in Aurora?+
There are 6 licensed childcare centres in Aurora listed on Daycare Tracker, sourced from the Ontario Ministry of Education licence directory.
How much does daycare cost in Aurora?+
Base fees at a non-CWELCC centre in Aurora typically run $55–$95/day for infants and $45–$75/day for toddlers and preschool. CWELCC participation varies by centre in Aurora. 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 Aurora?+
Waitlists in the GTA commonly run 12–24 months, and many centres in Aurora 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 Aurora to apply?+
No. Most licensed centres in Aurora 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.