State-Sourced

Licensed Daycare in Aurora, Colorado

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

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 Aurora 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 Aurora typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Aurora?

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 .

70 licensed daycares in Aurora, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Colorado licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,430/mo

Colorado avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Aurora

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 Aurora 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: 59 kids

ZIP codes covered

80010 15 80012 10 80011 10 80014 9 80019 7 80018 7 80017 7 80016 7

Program types in Aurora

Before & After School Care

9 centers

All Aurora licensed centers

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C Montessori

Centennial Playhouse Academy #129

Aurora

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 31

C Montessori

Colorado Springs Sunshine Daycare #49

Aurora

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 28

D Montessori

Denver KinderCare #35

Aurora

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 15

D Montessori

Denver Sunshine Daycare #27

Aurora

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 114

F Montessori

Fort Collins Sunshine Daycare #71

Aurora

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 20

H Montessori

Highlands Ranch Cloud Nine Kids #143

Aurora

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 77

T Montessori

Thornton Playhouse Academy #85

Aurora

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 33

T Montessori

Thornton Sunshine Daycare #93

Aurora

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 31

W Montessori

Westminster Playhouse Academy #107

Aurora

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 72

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Aurora, Colorado?

Our directory lists 70 licensed childcare centers in Aurora, 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 Aurora?

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 Aurora 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 Aurora typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Aurora?

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 Aurora 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.