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Licensed Daycare in Shreveport, Louisiana

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

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 Shreveport?

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 .

36 licensed daycares in Shreveport, 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 Shreveport

ChildCare Aware reports the Louisiana average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Shreveport 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: 74 kids

ZIP codes covered

71101 9 71129 5 71105 5 71104 5 71103 5 71119 4 71118 4 71109 4

Program types in Shreveport

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Shreveport licensed centers

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F Licensed Center

First Steps Metairie #51

Shreveport

Infants & Toddlers Cap 45

G Head Start

Growing Minds Marrero #29

Shreveport

2 years - 12 years Cap 77

G Infant Care

Growing Minds New Orleans #129

Shreveport

Preschool (2-5) Cap 110

H Infant Care

Happy Days Marrero Daycare #31

Shreveport

Preschool (2-5) Cap 100

H Group Care

Happy Days Metairie Daycare #45

Shreveport

School Age (5+) Cap 120

H Licensed Center

Happy Days New Orleans Daycare #131

Shreveport

Infants & Toddlers Cap 17

K Licensed Center

Kenner ABC Childcare #113

Shreveport

Infants & Toddlers Cap 72

K Family Daycare

Kenner Bright Beginnings #114

Shreveport

School Age (5+) Cap 64

K Group Care

Kenner Bright Futures Daycare #107

Shreveport

School Age (5+) Cap 107

K Licensed Center

Kenner Discovery Preschool #121

Shreveport

Infants & Toddlers Cap 106

K Head Start

Kenner Kids First Academy #109

Shreveport

2 years - 12 years Cap 96

K Infant Care

Kenner Primrose School #119

Shreveport

Preschool (2-5) Cap 45

K Before/After School

Kenner Sunshine Daycare #110

Shreveport

School Age (5+) Cap 119

K Head Start

Kids R Us New Orleans #143

Shreveport

2 years - 12 years Cap 64

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Kenner #120

Shreveport

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 104

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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 Shreveport, Louisiana?

Our directory lists 36 licensed childcare centers in Shreveport, 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 Shreveport?

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 Shreveport 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 Shreveport typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Shreveport?

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 Shreveport 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.