PDE Search

Child Care Programs

Through the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), Pennsylvania is helping our children, families, teachers and communities reach their promise. If you are a child care provider, you may access information at the PA Department of Public Welfare's Early Learning section.  

If you are looking for help to pay child care expenses, or if you need help figuring out how to care for and educate your young child, Child Care Works can help. For more information, call the Child Care Works helpline at 1-877-4-PA-KIDS. You can also find help and information at your local Child Care Information Services office.

You can find child care providers near your home or workplace using the Online Child Care Provider Search.  We can also provide assistance in your search for a child care provider

If your child is age one to five and has disabilities or developmental delays, our Early Intervention services can provide access to as many opportunities as possible to help them reach their promise. Parents interested in early intervention services may contact the CONNECT Helpline at 1-800-692-7288, or may find additional information by visiting Early Intervention Services

Through the Keystone STARS program and the STARS rating system, parents are assured of the quality programs for their children. You can find additional information about Keystone STARS.


For additional information, please contact:

Office of Child Development and Early Learning |
Pennsylvania Department of Education
333 Market Street | Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333
Phone: 717.346.9320
RA-dpwocdnet@pa.gov | www.education.state.pa.us