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Licensed Daycare in Calvert, Alabama

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Calvert?

Statewide averages in Alabama run roughly $820/month for infants and $660/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Calvert daycares?

All licensed Alabama centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Calvert typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Calvert?

Alabama families can apply for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Alabama avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Calvert

ChildCare Aware reports the Alabama average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Calvert vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Alabama families may also qualify for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694).

Full Alabama licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:13
Avg capacity: 59 kids

ZIP codes covered

36513 4

Program types in Calvert

Preschool Program

1 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Calvert licensed centers

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B Group Care

Birmingham Little Stars Daycare #51

Calvert

School Age (5+) Cap 66

G Before/After School

Gadsden Playhouse Academy #30

Calvert

School Age (5+) Cap 33

H Head Start

Happy Days Auburn Daycare #37

Calvert

2 years - 12 years Cap 47

M Preschool

Mobile Sunflower Daycare #44

Calvert

Preschool (2-5) Cap 91

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Calvert, Alabama?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Calvert, Alabama, sourced from Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Calvert?

Statewide averages in Alabama run roughly $820/month for infants and $660/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Calvert daycares?

All licensed Alabama centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Calvert typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Calvert?

Alabama families can apply for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Calvert daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.