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Licensed Daycare in Calamine, Arkansas

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

Statewide averages in Arkansas run roughly $820/month for infants and $640/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 Calamine daycares?

All licensed Arkansas centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:9 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Calamine typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Calamine?

Arkansas families can apply for Arkansas CCDF Voucher Program (intake: (501) 682-4891). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Arkansas avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Calamine

ChildCare Aware reports the Arkansas average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $640/month for preschool. City-level prices in Calamine 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. Arkansas families may also qualify for Arkansas CCDF Voucher Program (intake: (501) 682-4891).

Full Arkansas licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Arkansas DHS — Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education
Infant ratio: 1:6
Toddler ratio: 1:9
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 65 kids

ZIP codes covered

72469 3

Program types in Calamine

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Calamine licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

Benton Precious Moments #98

Calamine

Infants & Toddlers Cap 19

C Infant Care

Conway Little Angels #20

Calamine

Preschool (2-5) Cap 98

L Head Start

Little Rock Kids First Academy #158

Calamine

2 years - 12 years Cap 79

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Calamine, Arkansas?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Calamine, Arkansas, sourced from Arkansas DHS — Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education. 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 Calamine?

Statewide averages in Arkansas run roughly $820/month for infants and $640/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 Calamine daycares?

All licensed Arkansas centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:9 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Calamine typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Calamine?

Arkansas families can apply for Arkansas CCDF Voucher Program (intake: (501) 682-4891). 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 Calamine daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Arkansas DHS — Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.