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Licensed Daycare in Story, Wyoming

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

Statewide averages in Wyoming run roughly $880/month for infants and $700/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 Story daycares?

All licensed Wyoming centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Story typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Story?

Wyoming families can apply for Wyoming Child Care Subsidy (intake: (307) 777-6285). 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

$880/mo

Wyoming avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Story

ChildCare Aware reports the Wyoming average full-time cost at $880/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Story 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. Wyoming families may also qualify for Wyoming Child Care Subsidy (intake: (307) 777-6285).

Full Wyoming licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 35 kids

ZIP codes covered

82842 2

Program types in Story

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Story licensed centers

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H Infant Care

Happy Days Rock Springs Daycare #6

Story

Preschool (2-5) Cap 38

J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Jackson #23

Story

2 years - 12 years Cap 33

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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 Story, Wyoming?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Story, Wyoming, sourced from Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services. 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 Story?

Statewide averages in Wyoming run roughly $880/month for infants and $700/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 Story daycares?

All licensed Wyoming centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Story typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Story?

Wyoming families can apply for Wyoming Child Care Subsidy (intake: (307) 777-6285). 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 Story daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.