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Licensed Daycare in Rocky Ford, Colorado

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Rocky Ford?

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 Rocky Ford 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 Rocky Ford typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Rocky Ford?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,430/mo

Colorado avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Rocky Ford

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 Rocky Ford 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: 55 kids

ZIP codes covered

81067 7

Program types in Rocky Ford

Montessori School

1 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Rocky Ford licensed centers

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A Montessori

Arvada Playhouse Academy #180

Rocky Ford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 116

B Family Daycare

Boulder Smart Start Academy #218

Rocky Ford

School Age (5+) Cap 51

L Group Care

Lakewood Little Stars Daycare #161

Rocky Ford

School Age (5+) Cap 24

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Aurora #142

Rocky Ford

School Age (5+) Cap 17

P Head Start

Pueblo Generations Daycare #199

Rocky Ford

2 years - 12 years Cap 40

T Licensed Center

Tiny Tots of Denver #364

Rocky Ford

Infants & Toddlers Cap 86

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Rocky Ford, Colorado?

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Rocky Ford, 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 Rocky Ford?

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 Rocky Ford 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 Rocky Ford typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Rocky Ford?

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 Rocky Ford 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.