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Licensed Daycare in Lockhart, Alabama

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

Statewide averages in Alabama run roughly $820/month for infants and $660/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 Lockhart daycares?

All licensed Alabama centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Lockhart typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Lockhart?

Alabama families can apply for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Alabama avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Lockhart

ChildCare Aware reports the Alabama average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Lockhart 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. Alabama families may also qualify for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694).

Full Alabama licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:13
Avg capacity: 82 kids

ZIP codes covered

36455 4

Program types in Lockhart

Preschool Program

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Lockhart licensed centers

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A Before/After School

Auburn Cloud Nine Kids #14

Lockhart

School Age (5+) Cap 23

B Preschool

Birmingham Little Scholars #28

Lockhart

Preschool (2-5) Cap 81

G Infant Care

Gadsden Discovery Preschool #7

Lockhart

Preschool (2-5) Cap 106

M Head Start

Mobile Kids First Academy #21

Lockhart

2 years - 12 years Cap 118

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

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Lockhart, Alabama?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Lockhart, Alabama, sourced from Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division. 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 Lockhart?

Statewide averages in Alabama run roughly $820/month for infants and $660/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 Lockhart daycares?

All licensed Alabama centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Lockhart typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Lockhart?

Alabama families can apply for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694). 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 Lockhart daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.