Find Family Child Care (Home Daycare) in Vernon.

Little Scout lists 19 licensed family child care homes in Vernon. All 19 are home-based providers operating under BC's Childcare Licensing Regulation, with no centre-based group facilities in this category.

A licensed family child care home operates in the provider's own residence and is capped at 7 children under BC's licensing rules. A licensed group child care centre is a standalone facility that can serve more children across multiple age groups.

BC's general advice is to start looking during pregnancy, ideally in the first trimester, as demand for licensed spaces significantly outpaces supply across the province. With only 19 licensed family homes in Vernon, applying to every available provider early gives you the best chance of securing a spot.

Yes. About 94% of BC's licensed providers participate in the Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative, which automatically lowers fees without any application required from parents. Eligible families can also apply for the Affordable Child Care Benefit to stack additional savings on top.