Daycare Provider salary in Kenya

Average Yearly Salary of Daycare Provider in Kenya is approximately 385,282 KES (2,437 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Daycare Provider do?

A daycare provider is responsible for the care and supervision of young children in a daycare setting. They create a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and develop social skills. Daycare providers plan and implement age-appropriate activities, such as arts and crafts, storytime, and outdoor play, that promote cognitive, physical, and emotional development. They also ensure that children receive nutritious meals and snacks, assist with personal hygiene tasks, and communicate with parents about their child's progress.

Skills: Childcare, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Supervision, Safety, Communication
Job industry: Childcare

How much does Daycare Provider make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 4 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Daycare Provider a well paid job?

No, our data shows that Daycare Provider is quite an underpaid paid job. The salary varies based on experience. Meaning that even though Daycare Provider might be a low paying job, with experience the salary might increase to satisfactory levels.

What is considered a high salary for Daycare Provider?

High salary for Daycare Provider would be somewhere between 423,810 KES and 558,659 KES. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Daycare Provider in Kenya?

Living in Kenya the approximate monthly expenses are: 240 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 385,282 KES
Estimated Monthly Salary: 32,107 KES
Estimated Weekly Salary: 7,409 KES per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 185 KES per hour
Our data indicates that by working as Daycare Provider you will not be able to save much money and will likely need to make adjustments to your lifestyle to go comfortably through the month.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Kenya, see costs of living in Kenya.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda..
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Daycare Provider

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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