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Licensed Daycare in Dubois, Idaho

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

Statewide averages in Idaho run roughly $900/month for infants and $700/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 Dubois daycares?

All licensed Idaho centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Dubois typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Dubois?

Idaho families can apply for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

Idaho avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Dubois

ChildCare Aware reports the Idaho average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Dubois 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. Idaho families may also qualify for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212).

Full Idaho licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:6
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 50 kids

ZIP codes covered

83423 3

Program types in Dubois

Licensed Child Care Center

2 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Dubois licensed centers

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C Head Start

Caldwell Learning Center #43

Dubois

2 years - 12 years Cap 43

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Dubois, Idaho?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Dubois, Idaho, sourced from Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing. 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 Dubois?

Statewide averages in Idaho run roughly $900/month for infants and $700/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 Dubois daycares?

All licensed Idaho centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Dubois typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Dubois?

Idaho families can apply for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212). 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 Dubois daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.