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Licensed Daycare in Colfax, Louisiana

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

Statewide averages in Louisiana 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: Are subsidies available for daycare in Colfax?

Louisiana families can apply for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (225) 342-3947). 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

Louisiana avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Colfax

ChildCare Aware reports the Louisiana average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Colfax 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. Louisiana families may also qualify for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (225) 342-3947).

Full Louisiana licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:14
Avg capacity: 45 kids

ZIP codes covered

71417 4

Program types in Colfax

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Colfax licensed centers

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E Montessori

Explorer Kids Bossier City #66

Colfax

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 50

M Before/After School

Marrero Cloud Nine Kids #134

Colfax

School Age (5+) Cap 77

M Family Daycare

Metairie Playhouse Academy #156

Colfax

School Age (5+) Cap 24

N Preschool

New Orleans Rainbow Learning Center #246

Colfax

Preschool (2-5) Cap 32

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

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Colfax, Louisiana?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Colfax, Louisiana, sourced from Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division. 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 Colfax?

Statewide averages in Louisiana 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 Colfax daycares?

All licensed Louisiana centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:14 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Colfax typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Colfax?

Louisiana families can apply for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (225) 342-3947). 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 Colfax daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.