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Licensed Daycare in Arvada, Colorado

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

Statewide averages in Colorado run roughly $1430/month for infants and $1080/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 Arvada daycares?

All licensed Colorado centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Arvada typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Arvada?

Colorado families can apply for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) (intake: (303) 866-5957). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,430/mo

Colorado avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Arvada

ChildCare Aware reports the Colorado average full-time cost at $1,430/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Arvada 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. Colorado families may also qualify for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) (intake: (303) 866-5957).

Full Colorado licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 65 kids

ZIP codes covered

80003 8 80002 8 80005 7 80004 7

Program types in Arvada

Preschool Program

4 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

4 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

Licensed Child Care Center

3 centers

All Arvada licensed centers

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A Infant Care

Active Kids Fort Collins #62

Arvada

Preschool (2-5) Cap 34

C Head Start

Centennial Panda Kids Academy #118

Arvada

2 years - 12 years Cap 108

C Preschool

Centennial Sunflower Daycare #117

Arvada

Preschool (2-5) Cap 22

C Before/After School

Centennial Wonder Years #119

Arvada

School Age (5+) Cap 30

C Family Daycare

Colorado Springs Childcare Academy #43

Arvada

School Age (5+) Cap 85

C Licensed Center

Colorado Springs Learning Center #42

Arvada

Infants & Toddlers Cap 85

C Group Care

Colorado Springs Little Stars Daycare #44

Arvada

School Age (5+) Cap 54

C Montessori

Colorado Springs Playhouse Academy #41

Arvada

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 16

D Head Start

Denver Bright Futures Daycare #24

Arvada

2 years - 12 years Cap 45

D Group Care

Denver Little Stars Daycare #22

Arvada

School Age (5+) Cap 30

D Preschool

Denver Rainbow Learning Center #23

Arvada

Preschool (2-5) Cap 119

E Preschool

Explorer Kids Thornton #81

Arvada

Preschool (2-5) Cap 91

F Head Start

Fort Collins Generations Daycare #60

Arvada

2 years - 12 years Cap 95

F Before/After School

Fort Collins KinderSmile #61

Arvada

School Age (5+) Cap 63

F Montessori

Fort Collins Playhouse Academy #63

Arvada

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 15

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Arvada, Colorado?

Our directory lists 28 licensed childcare centers in Arvada, Colorado, sourced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration. 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 Arvada?

Statewide averages in Colorado run roughly $1430/month for infants and $1080/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 Arvada daycares?

All licensed Colorado centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Arvada typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Arvada?

Colorado families can apply for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) (intake: (303) 866-5957). 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 Arvada daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.