Daycare fees in Coquitlam in 2026 depend on the gross fee charged by the centre, CCFRI participation, and your household income for ACCB. This guide provides transparent fee information for families evaluating Coquitlam licensed daycare. For Smiling Kids’ current CCFRI-reduced fee: call 604-600-4393. Daycare Coquitlam guide.
For information on BC childcare subsidies and licensed daycare regulations, visit the Government of BC Childcare Resources. Smiling Kids Childcare Centre is a licensed childcare facility meeting all BC childcare regulations.
Coquitlam Licensed Daycare Fees 2026 — Gross (Before Subsidies)
Typical gross monthly fees at licensed Coquitlam infant/toddler centres in 2026: $1,200-$1,900/month for full-time care. The range reflects centre quality level, location, and specific programming.
What You Actually Pay — After CCFRI and ACCB
At a CCFRI-participating Coquitlam centre (like Smiling Kids):
- CCFRI reduction: ~$700-950/month (automatic)
- Net cost before ACCB: approximately $300-950/month
- ACCB further reduces this based on income (see subsidy income limits)
For most Coquitlam families under $75K income: net cost after both subsidies is $150-500/month for full-time infant care. Full cost guide: BC daycare cost 2026 | daycare cost Coquitlam | affordable daycare Coquitlam.
