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Licensed Daycare in Girdler, Kentucky

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

Statewide averages in Kentucky run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/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 Girdler daycares?

All licensed Kentucky centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Girdler typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Girdler?

Kentucky families can apply for Kentucky Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (855) 306-8959). 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

$870/mo

Kentucky avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Girdler

ChildCare Aware reports the Kentucky average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Girdler 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. Kentucky families may also qualify for Kentucky Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (855) 306-8959).

Full Kentucky licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services — Division of Child Care
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 67 kids

ZIP codes covered

40943 3

Program types in Girdler

Montessori School

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

All Girdler licensed centers

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H Licensed Center

Hopkinsville Bright Futures Daycare #65

Girdler

Infants & Toddlers Cap 65

L Montessori

Little Hearts Elizabethtown #114

Girdler

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 113

L Family Daycare

Louisville Rainbow Learning Center #166

Girdler

School Age (5+) Cap 23

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Girdler, Kentucky?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Girdler, Kentucky, sourced from Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services — Division of Child Care. 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 Girdler?

Statewide averages in Kentucky run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/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 Girdler daycares?

All licensed Kentucky centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Girdler typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Girdler?

Kentucky families can apply for Kentucky Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (855) 306-8959). 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 Girdler daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services — Division of Child Care search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.