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Licensed Daycare in Walsenburg, Colorado

1 licensed daycares in Walsenburg, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Colorado licensing records.

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Licensed Centers
1
Programs
$1,430/mo
Colorado avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Walsenburg listings updated May 2026 from official Colorado records.

Daycare in Walsenburg: what parents should know

Walsenburg has 1 licensed childcare provider in our directory, with Child Care Center the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Colorado license at indexing time, sourced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration.

Combined, Walsenburg's licensed centers hold about 32 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Walsenburg childcare by the numbers

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Licensed providers
32
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Walsenburg

ChildCare Aware reports the Colorado average full-time cost at $1,430/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Walsenburg 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. Colorado families may also qualify for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) (intake: (303) 866-5957).

Full Colorado licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration
Infant ratio
1:5
Toddler ratio
1:5
Preschool ratio
1:10
Avg capacity
32 kids

ZIP codes covered

Program types in Walsenburg

Largest licensed centers in Walsenburg

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

All Walsenburg licensed centers

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Walsenburg, Colorado?
Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in Walsenburg, Colorado, sourced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration. 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 Walsenburg?
Statewide averages in Colorado run roughly $1430/month for infants and $1080/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 Walsenburg daycares?
All licensed Colorado centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Walsenburg typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Walsenburg?
Colorado families can apply for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) (intake: (303) 866-5957). 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 Walsenburg daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Walsenburg

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

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Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(303) 866-5957 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Walsenburg, Colorado are compiled from official Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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