Licensed Daycare in Denver, Colorado
Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.
Childcare costs in Denver
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 Denver 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 overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration
- Infant ratio
- 1:5
- Toddler ratio
- 1:5
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 66 kids
All Denver licensed centers
Page 2 of 2Thornton Kids First Academy #176
Denver
Thornton Primrose School #144
Denver
Tiny Tots of Centennial #180
Denver
Tiny Tots of Thornton #136
Denver
Tiny Tots of Westminster #158
Denver
Westminster Precious Moments #174
Denver
Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
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Search 161 Licensed Centers in Denver
Free, no signup, verified directly with Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration.