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Licensed Daycare in Monroe, Arkansas

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

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 Monroe 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 Monroe typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Monroe?

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 .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Arkansas avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Monroe

ChildCare Aware reports the Arkansas average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $640/month for preschool. City-level prices in Monroe 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: 78 kids

ZIP codes covered

72108 2

Program types in Monroe

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Monroe licensed centers

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F Head Start

First Steps Hot Springs #34

Monroe

2 years - 12 years Cap 65

L Group Care

Little Genius Jonesboro #64

Monroe

School Age (5+) Cap 91

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Monroe, Arkansas?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Monroe, 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 Monroe?

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 Monroe 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 Monroe typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Monroe?

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 Monroe 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.