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Search 429 verified daycare and childcare centers across Wyoming, sourced directly from Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services . Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.

429
Licensed Centers
$880/mo
Avg Infant Care
$700/mo
Avg Preschool
1:4
Infant Ratio

Wyoming Childcare Licensing

In Wyoming, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services. Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.

Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:4 for infants under 12 months, 1:5 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:10 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.

Verify a license at Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services

Quick licensing facts

Regulator
Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:5
Preschool ratio
1:10
Avg infant cost
$880/mo
Avg preschool cost
$700/mo

Top Cities for Daycare in Wyoming

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Cheyenne
16 centers
Gillette
10 centers
Casper
8 centers
Laramie
7 centers
Sheridan
5 centers
Rock Springs
5 centers
Thayne
4 centers
Pinedale
4 centers
Lyman
4 centers
Kemmerer
4 centers
Cody
4 centers
Afton
4 centers
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Wyoming Childcare Subsidies & Tax Credits

Wyoming families can apply for Wyoming Child Care Subsidy 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: (307) 777-6285

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Program Types in Wyoming

Montessori School
54 centers
Licensed Child Care Center
54 centers
Infant & Toddler Center
54 centers
Head Start Center
54 centers
Before & After School Care
54 centers
Preschool Program
53 centers

Recently Verified Centers

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R Head Start

Rawlins Learning Center #13

Laramie

2 years - 12 years Cap 86
R Before/After School

Rawlins Childcare Academy #14

Buford

School Age (5+) Cap 33
R Infant Care

Rawlins Little Stars Daycare #15

Burns

Preschool (2-5) Cap 103
R Montessori

Rawlins Rainbow Learning Center #16

Carpenter

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 106
R Licensed Center

Rawlins Bright Futures Daycare #17

Centennial

Infants & Toddlers Cap 58
L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Rawlins #18

Garrett

School Age (5+) Cap 41
R Group Care

Rawlins Kids First Academy #19

Granite Canon

School Age (5+) Cap 22
R Preschool

Rawlins Sunshine Daycare #20

Hillsdale

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75
T Head Start

Tiny Tots of Rawlins #21

Horse Creek

2 years - 12 years Cap 56
R Before/After School

Rawlins Early Learning Center #22

Jelm

School Age (5+) Cap 80
R Infant Care

Rawlins ABC Childcare #23

Laramie

Preschool (2-5) Cap 104
R Montessori

Rawlins Bright Beginnings #24

Zcta 82072

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 113

Daycare in Wyoming — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know a daycare in Wyoming is licensed?
Every center listed here is verified against the Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services database. Look for the 'Licensed' badge on each profile. You can also confirm directly via the agency's lookup tool at https://dfs.wyo.gov/childcare/.
What is the staff-to-child ratio in Wyoming?
State minimums in Wyoming are roughly 1:4 infants, 1:5 toddlers, and 1:10 preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below these ceilings.
How much does daycare cost in Wyoming?
Full-time infant care averages about $880/month; preschool runs around $700/month. Costs vary by city — large metros like Wyoming trend higher than rural areas.
Are subsidies available for childcare in Wyoming?
Yes. The primary state program is Wyoming Child Care Subsidy, reachable at (307) 777-6285. 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 Wyoming daycare?
File a complaint with the Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services via their website. Inspections are public record; severe violations result in license suspension.

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