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Licensed Daycare in Central, Utah

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

Statewide averages in Utah 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: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Central daycares?

All licensed Utah centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Central typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Central?

Utah families can apply for Utah Office of Child Care Subsidy (intake: (801) 526-9675). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

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Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

Utah avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Central

ChildCare Aware reports the Utah average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Central 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. Utah families may also qualify for Utah Office of Child Care Subsidy (intake: (801) 526-9675).

Full Utah licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:15
Avg capacity: 81 kids

ZIP codes covered

84722 6

Program types in Central

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Central licensed centers

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M Preschool

Millcreek Cloud Nine Kids #54

Central

Preschool (2-5) Cap 116

O Before/After School

Ogden KinderSmile #97

Central

School Age (5+) Cap 63

O Group Care

Orem Learning Center #56

Central

School Age (5+) Cap 102

P Montessori

Provo Rainbow Learning Center #15

Central

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 75

S Head Start

Salt Lake City Kids First Academy #99

Central

2 years - 12 years Cap 54

S Licensed Center

South Jordan Little Angels #13

Central

Infants & Toddlers Cap 78

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Central, Utah?

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Central, Utah, sourced from Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of 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 Central?

Statewide averages in Utah 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 Central daycares?

All licensed Utah centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Central typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Central?

Utah families can apply for Utah Office of Child Care Subsidy (intake: (801) 526-9675). 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 Central daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.