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Licensed Daycare in New Orleans, Louisiana

Q: What's the average daycare cost in New Orleans?

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 New Orleans?

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 .

72 licensed daycares in New Orleans, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Louisiana licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

Louisiana avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in New Orleans

ChildCare Aware reports the Louisiana average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in New Orleans 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: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

70127 9 70125 9 70119 9 70113 6 70128 5 70126 5 70124 5 70122 5

Program types in New Orleans

Before & After School Care

10 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

8 centers

Child Care Center

8 centers

All New Orleans licensed centers

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A Preschool

ABC Academy Baton Rouge #34

New Orleans

Preschool (2-5) Cap 16

A Before/After School

ABC Academy Lafayette #106

New Orleans

School Age (5+) Cap 66

A Montessori

ABC Academy Monroe #20

New Orleans

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 108

B Before/After School

Baton Rouge Cloud Nine Kids #44

New Orleans

School Age (5+) Cap 71

B Infant Care

Baton Rouge Discovery Preschool #29

New Orleans

Preschool (2-5) Cap 66

B Before/After School

Baton Rouge Golden Gate Daycare #36

New Orleans

School Age (5+) Cap 34

B Preschool

Baton Rouge KinderCare #26

New Orleans

Preschool (2-5) Cap 40

B Montessori

Baton Rouge Learning Tree #38

New Orleans

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 83

B Family Daycare

Baton Rouge Little Scholars #32

New Orleans

School Age (5+) Cap 71

B Group Care

Baton Rouge Panda Kids Academy #41

New Orleans

School Age (5+) Cap 91

B Head Start

Baton Rouge Primrose School #27

New Orleans

2 years - 12 years Cap 51

B Montessori

Baton Rouge Stepping Stones #30

New Orleans

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 65

B Family Daycare

Baton Rouge Sunflower Daycare #40

New Orleans

School Age (5+) Cap 36

B Preschool

Baton Rouge Wonder Years #42

New Orleans

Preschool (2-5) Cap 54

F Licensed Center

First Steps Baton Rouge #31

New Orleans

Infants & Toddlers Cap 57

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 New Orleans, Louisiana?

Our directory lists 72 licensed childcare centers in New Orleans, 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 New Orleans?

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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in New Orleans?

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 New Orleans 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.