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Licensed Daycare in Fayette, Alabama

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

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 Fayette 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 Fayette typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Fayette?

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 .

3 licensed daycares in Fayette, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Alabama licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Alabama avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Fayette

ChildCare Aware reports the Alabama average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Fayette 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: 63 kids

ZIP codes covered

35555 3

Program types in Fayette

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Fayette licensed centers

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H Head Start

Hoover Panda Kids Academy #49

Fayette

2 years - 12 years Cap 57

M Before/After School

Madison KinderCare #42

Fayette

School Age (5+) Cap 47

M Preschool

Montgomery Rainbow Learning Center #56

Fayette

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Fayette, Alabama?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Fayette, 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 Fayette?

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 Fayette 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 Fayette typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Fayette?

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 Fayette 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.