Before-school care
$200-$600/mo
Can You Write Off Before-school Care?
Short answer: Yes: before- and after-school programs count for the dependent care credit when both parents work.
The child must be under 13.
Records to keep: Keep receipts, statements (1098, 1098-T, 1099, W-2G), and a note of what each cost was for. Compare itemizing to the 2026 standard deduction before you claim.
BW-B23-00437
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Before-school care
Typical range: $200-$600/mo
Individuals / Personal Taxes
Other Expenses
Personal Tax Deductions
Yes: before- and after-school programs count for the dependent care credit when both parents work.
BizWriteOffs provides educational information only and is not tax, legal, or accounting advice. Deductibility depends on your specific facts and records. Consult a qualified tax professional.
Business justification
Yes: before- and after-school programs count for the dependent care credit when both parents work. The child must be under 13.
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- Personal Tax Deductions
personal deduction
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