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Licensed Daycare in Loveland, Colorado

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

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 Loveland 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 Loveland typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Loveland?

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 .

12 licensed daycares in Loveland, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Colorado licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,430/mo

Colorado avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Loveland

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 Loveland 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: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

80538 6 80537 6 2

Program types in Loveland

Before & After School Care

All Loveland licensed centers

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A Infant Care

Active Kids Boulder #55

Loveland

Preschool (2-5) Cap 73

A Head Start

Arvada Bright Futures Daycare #17

Loveland

2 years - 12 years Cap 84

A Preschool

Arvada Rainbow Learning Center #16

Loveland

Preschool (2-5) Cap 36

B Before/After School

Boulder KinderSmile #54

Loveland

School Age (5+) Cap 58

C Group Care

Colorado Springs ABC Childcare #220

Loveland

School Age (5+) Cap 61

C Family Daycare

Colorado Springs Early Learning Center #219

Loveland

School Age (5+) Cap 55

D Before/After School

Denver Children's Place #201

Loveland

School Age (5+) Cap 105

F Infant Care

Fort Collins Kids First Academy #238

Loveland

Preschool (2-5) Cap 41

F Montessori

Fort Collins Sunshine Daycare #239

Loveland

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 62

G Head Start

Growing Minds Denver #200

Loveland

2 years - 12 years Cap 116

P Family Daycare

Pueblo Childcare Academy #36

Loveland

School Age (5+) Cap 92

P Licensed Center

Pueblo Learning Center #35

Loveland

Infants & Toddlers Cap 47

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Loveland, Colorado?

Our directory lists 12 licensed childcare centers in Loveland, 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 Loveland?

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 Loveland 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 Loveland typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Loveland?

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 Loveland 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.