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Licensed Daycare in Center, Colorado

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

2
Licensed Centers
2
Programs
$1,430/mo
Colorado avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Center listings updated November 2026 from official Colorado records.

Daycare in Center: what parents should know

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare providers in Center, Colorado, with Child Care Center the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Colorado license at indexing time, sourced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration.

In total, Center providers are approved for approximately 186 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Center childcare by the numbers

2
Licensed providers
186
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Center

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 Center 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).

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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
93 kids
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Program types in Center

What to pack for the first day

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Largest licensed centers in Center

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

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Found a center in Center? Here is what to pack

Bottles, name labels, nap bedding and spare clothes: our checklist by age covers what centers ask you to bring, and what they ask you not to send.

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All Center licensed centers

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Center, Colorado?
Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Center, 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 Center?
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 Center 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 Center typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Center?
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 Center 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.

Where to get childcare help in Center

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(303) 866-5957 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Center, Colorado are compiled from official Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · November 2026 · methodology

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