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Licensed Daycare in Bailey, Colorado

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

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 Bailey 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 Bailey typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Bailey?

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 .

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

$1,430/mo

Colorado avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Bailey

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 Bailey 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

80421 7

Program types in Bailey

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Bailey licensed centers

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F Licensed Center

First Steps Colorado Springs #146

Bailey

Infants & Toddlers Cap 64

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Bailey, Colorado?

Our directory lists 7 licensed childcare centers in Bailey, 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 Bailey?

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 Bailey 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 Bailey typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Bailey?

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 Bailey 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.