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Licensed Daycare in Fordyce, Nebraska

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

Statewide averages in Nebraska run roughly $970/month for infants and $720/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 Fordyce daycares?

All licensed Nebraska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Fordyce typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Fordyce?

Nebraska families can apply for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278). 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

$970/mo

Nebraska avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Fordyce

ChildCare Aware reports the Nebraska average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Fordyce 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. Nebraska families may also qualify for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278).

Full Nebraska licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 63 kids

ZIP codes covered

68736 2

Program types in Fordyce

Montessori School

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

All Fordyce licensed centers

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H Montessori

Hastings Little Scholars #33

Fordyce

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 34

O Family Daycare

Omaha Stepping Stones #24

Fordyce

School Age (5+) Cap 93

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Fordyce, Nebraska?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Fordyce, Nebraska, sourced from Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing. 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 Fordyce?

Statewide averages in Nebraska run roughly $970/month for infants and $720/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 Fordyce daycares?

All licensed Nebraska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Fordyce typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Fordyce?

Nebraska families can apply for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278). 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 Fordyce daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.