Licensed Daycare in Water Valley, Kentucky

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Water Valley?

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 Water Valley 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 Water Valley typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Water Valley?

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 .

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

$870/mo

Kentucky avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Water Valley

ChildCare Aware reports the Kentucky average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Water Valley 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: 73 kids

ZIP codes covered

42085 2

Program types in Water Valley

Montessori School

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

All Water Valley licensed centers

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B Montessori

Bowling Green Early Learning Center #58

Water Valley

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 60

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Water Valley, Kentucky?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Water Valley, 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 Water Valley?

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 Water Valley 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 Water Valley typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Water Valley?

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 Water Valley 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.