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Licensed Daycare in Nevada

Search 1,508 verified daycare and childcare centers across Nevada, sourced directly from Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing . Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.

1,508
Licensed Centers
$1,090/mo
Avg Infant Care
$820/mo
Avg Preschool
1:4
Infant Ratio

Nevada Childcare Licensing

In Nevada, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing. Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.

Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:4 for infants under 12 months, 1:8 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:13 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.

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Quick licensing facts

Regulator
Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:8
Preschool ratio
1:13
Avg infant cost
$1,090/mo
Avg preschool cost
$820/mo

Top Cities for Daycare in Nevada

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Las Vegas
295 centers
Reno
98 centers
Henderson
50 centers
Carson City
47 centers
North Las Vegas
37 centers
Sparks
30 centers
Laughlin
20 centers
Dayton
13 centers
Fallon
12 centers
Elko
12 centers
Tonopah
11 centers
Minden
11 centers
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Nevada Childcare Subsidies & Tax Credits

Nevada families can apply for Nevada Child Care and Development Program based on income and work/school status. Federal programs — the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap), and Head Start — stack on top of state assistance.

Local intake line: (702) 486-9100

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Program Types in Nevada

Preschool Program
189 centers
Infant & Toddler Center
189 centers
Head Start Center
189 centers
Before & After School Care
189 centers
Montessori School
188 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
188 centers

Recently Verified Centers

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L Montessori

Las Vegas Cloud Nine Kids #13

Beowawe

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 87
N Licensed Center

Nurturing Hearts Las Vegas #14

Carlin

Infants & Toddlers Cap 104
L Family Daycare

Las Vegas Smart Start Academy #15

Deeth

School Age (5+) Cap 120
L Group Care

Las Vegas Little Angels #16

Halleck

School Age (5+) Cap 115
E Preschool

Explorer Kids Las Vegas #17

Jackpot

Preschool (2-5) Cap 78
L Head Start

Las Vegas Generations Daycare #18

Jarbidge

2 years - 12 years Cap 57
L Before/After School

Las Vegas KinderSmile #19

Lamoille

School Age (5+) Cap 77
A Infant Care

Active Kids Las Vegas #20

Montello

Preschool (2-5) Cap 50
L Montessori

Las Vegas Playhouse Academy #21

Mountain City

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 120
L Licensed Center

Las Vegas Learning Center #22

Owyhee

Infants & Toddlers Cap 85
L Family Daycare

Las Vegas Childcare Academy #23

Ruby Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 119
L Group Care

Las Vegas Little Stars Daycare #24

Tuscarora

School Age (5+) Cap 101

Daycare in Nevada — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know a daycare in Nevada is licensed?
Every center listed here is verified against the Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing database. Look for the 'Licensed' badge on each profile. You can also confirm directly via the agency's lookup tool at https://dpbh.nv.gov/Reg/ChildCare/dta/Locator/Child_Care_Locator/.
What is the staff-to-child ratio in Nevada?
State minimums in Nevada are roughly 1:4 infants, 1:8 toddlers, and 1:13 preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below these ceilings.
How much does daycare cost in Nevada?
Full-time infant care averages about $1090/month; preschool runs around $820/month. Costs vary by city — large metros like Nevada trend higher than rural areas.
Are subsidies available for childcare in Nevada?
Yes. The primary state program is Nevada Child Care and Development Program, reachable at (702) 486-9100. Federal options like Head Start, the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, and Dependent Care FSA also apply. See our subsidies guide for eligibility rules.
How do I report unsafe conditions at a Nevada daycare?
File a complaint with the Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing via their website. Inspections are public record; severe violations result in license suspension.

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