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Licensed Daycare in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

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

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 Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Tuscaloosa?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Alabama avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Tuscaloosa

ChildCare Aware reports the Alabama average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Tuscaloosa 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: 79 kids

ZIP codes covered

35401 8 35405 4 35406 3 35403 3 2 35404 1

Program types in Tuscaloosa

Preschool Program

2 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

2 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

2 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

All Tuscaloosa licensed centers

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A Preschool

ABC Academy Tuscaloosa #166

Tuscaloosa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 57

D Before/After School

Decatur Early Learning Center #160

Tuscaloosa

School Age (5+) Cap 107

D Group Care

Decatur Kids First Academy #157

Tuscaloosa

School Age (5+) Cap 63

F Licensed Center

First Steps Tuscaloosa #163

Tuscaloosa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 94

H Head Start

Hoover Precious Moments

Tuscaloosa

2 years - 12 years Cap 100

L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Decatur #156

Tuscaloosa

School Age (5+) Cap 74

M Group Care

Montgomery Generations Daycare #7

Tuscaloosa

School Age (5+) Cap 26

M Preschool

Montgomery KinderSmile #8

Tuscaloosa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 108

M Licensed Center

Montgomery Little Angels #5

Tuscaloosa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 114

M Montessori

Montgomery Smart Start Academy #4

Tuscaloosa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 78

T Head Start

Tiny Tots of Decatur #159

Tuscaloosa

2 years - 12 years Cap 34

T Family Daycare

Tuscaloosa Little Scholars #164

Tuscaloosa

School Age (5+) Cap 95

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Tuscaloosa, Alabama?

Our directory lists 12 licensed childcare centers in Tuscaloosa, 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 Tuscaloosa?

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 Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tuscaloosa?

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 Tuscaloosa 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.