Group Care School Age (5+) 68 children

Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121

7364 Elm St, Starks, LA 70661

68
Capacity
6 weeks - 5 years
Age range
1:5
State infant ratio
$870/mo
Louisiana avg infant

What to pack for the first day

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License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121

Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 is a group care located in Starks, Louisiana (70661). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division. Licensed capacity is 68 children.

Cost & subsidies in Louisiana

Statewide averages: $870/month infant, $680/month preschool. Most Louisiana families qualify for assistance through Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (225) 342-3947).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121

Is Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 licensed?
Yes — Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 holds a current Louisiana child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 accept?
Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 serves 6 weeks - 5 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Louisiana averages about $870/month for infants and $680/month for preschool. Contact Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 enroll?
Jumping Jacks Lake Charles #121 has a licensed capacity of 68 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.
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