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Licensed Daycare in Holden, Louisiana

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

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 Holden?

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 .

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

$870/mo

Louisiana avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Holden

ChildCare Aware reports the Louisiana average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Holden 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: 63 kids

ZIP codes covered

70744 4

Program types in Holden

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Holden licensed centers

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H Licensed Center

Happy Days Alexandria Daycare #63

Holden

Infants & Toddlers Cap 52

K Infant Care

Kids R Us New Orleans #17

Holden

Preschool (2-5) Cap 20

L Group Care

Lake Charles Discovery Preschool #153

Holden

School Age (5+) Cap 95

S Head Start

Shreveport Creative Kids #85

Holden

2 years - 12 years Cap 85

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Holden, Louisiana?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Holden, 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 Holden?

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 Holden 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 Holden typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Holden?

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 Holden 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.