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Licensed Daycare in Pueblo, Colorado

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

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.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Pueblo 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 Pueblo typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Pueblo?

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 .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,430/mo

Colorado avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Pueblo

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 Pueblo 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: 66 kids

ZIP codes covered

81004 16 81003 8 81008 7 81006 6 81005 6 81001 6

Program types in Pueblo

Preschool Program

5 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

5 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

5 centers

Before & After School Care

5 centers

Montessori School

4 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

4 centers

All Pueblo licensed centers

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D Before/After School

Denver KinderCare #329

Pueblo

School Age (5+) Cap 30

D Infant Care

Denver Primrose School #330

Pueblo

Preschool (2-5) Cap 34

D Family Daycare

Denver Stepping Stones #333

Pueblo

School Age (5+) Cap 47

G Group Care

Growing Minds Aurora #107

Pueblo

School Age (5+) Cap 45

H Head Start

Happy Days Aurora Daycare #109

Pueblo

2 years - 12 years Cap 26

H Head Start

Happy Days Denver Daycare #328

Pueblo

2 years - 12 years Cap 117

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Denver #331

Pueblo

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 116

L Licensed Center

Lakewood ABC Childcare #127

Pueblo

Infants & Toddlers Cap 32

L Family Daycare

Lakewood Bright Beginnings #128

Pueblo

School Age (5+) Cap 103

L Preschool

Lakewood Children's Place #130

Pueblo

Preschool (2-5) Cap 44

L Montessori

Lakewood Early Learning Center #126

Pueblo

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 27

L Before/After School

Lakewood Sunshine Daycare #124

Pueblo

School Age (5+) Cap 30

L Preschool

Little Hearts Arvada #144

Pueblo

Preschool (2-5) Cap 35

L Preschool

Little Hearts Pueblo #166

Pueblo

Preschool (2-5) Cap 48

P Group Care

Pueblo Bright Futures Daycare #165

Pueblo

School Age (5+) Cap 48

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.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Pueblo, Colorado?

Our directory lists 36 licensed childcare centers in Pueblo, 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 Pueblo?

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 Pueblo 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 Pueblo typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Pueblo?

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 Pueblo 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.