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Licensed Daycare in Manitou Springs, Colorado

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

6
Licensed Centers
1
Infant Spots
$1,430/mo
Colorado avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Manitou Springs

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 Manitou Springs 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
70 kids

ZIP codes covered

80829 6

Program types in Manitou Springs

Montessori
1 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
1 centers
Family Daycare
1 centers
Infant Care
1 centers
Head Start
1 centers
Before & After School Care
1 centers

All Manitou Springs licensed centers

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B Infant Care

Boulder Little Stars Daycare #143

Manitou Springs

Preschool (2-5) Cap 99
H Group Care

Happy Days Aurora Daycare #67

Manitou Springs

School Age (5+) Cap 81
L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Denver #289

Manitou Springs

School Age (5+) Cap 50
L Montessori

Lakewood Bright Beginnings #86

Manitou Springs

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 110
L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Pueblo #124

Manitou Springs

School Age (5+) Cap 16
T Head Start

Tiny Tots of Arvada #105

Manitou Springs

2 years - 12 years Cap 66

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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 Manitou Springs, Colorado?
Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Manitou Springs, 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 Manitou Springs?
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 Manitou Springs 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 Manitou Springs typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Manitou Springs?
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 Manitou Springs 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.

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