Official Records

Licensed Daycare in Juneau, Alaska

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

Statewide averages in Alaska run roughly $1230/month for infants and $920/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 Juneau daycares?

All licensed Alaska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Juneau typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Juneau?

Alaska families can apply for Alaska Child Care Assistance Program (intake: (888) 268-4632). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

5 licensed daycares in Juneau, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Alaska licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,230/mo

Alaska avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Juneau

ChildCare Aware reports the Alaska average full-time cost at $1,230/month for infant care and $920/month for preschool. City-level prices in Juneau 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. Alaska families may also qualify for Alaska Child Care Assistance Program (intake: (888) 268-4632).

Full Alaska licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Alaska Department of Health — Child Care Program Office
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

99801 8 99850 2

Program types in Juneau

Montessori

2 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Head Start

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Juneau licensed centers

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E Montessori

Explorer Kids Anchorage #22

Juneau

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 45

T Head Start

Tiny Tots of Anchorage #35

Juneau

2 years - 12 years Cap 58

U Before/After School

Unalaska Smart Start Academy #32

Juneau

School Age (5+) Cap 78

W Group Care

Wasilla Little Angels #27

Juneau

School Age (5+) Cap 100

W Montessori

Wasilla Sunshine Daycare #40

Juneau

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 61

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Juneau, Alaska?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Juneau, Alaska, sourced from Alaska Department of Health — Child Care Program Office. 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 Juneau?

Statewide averages in Alaska run roughly $1230/month for infants and $920/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 Juneau daycares?

All licensed Alaska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Juneau typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Juneau?

Alaska families can apply for Alaska Child Care Assistance Program (intake: (888) 268-4632). 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 Juneau daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Alaska Department of Health — Child Care Program Office search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.