Official Records

Licensed Daycare in Wetmore, Colorado

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

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 Wetmore 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 Wetmore typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Wetmore?

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 .

6 licensed daycares in Wetmore, 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 Wetmore

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 Wetmore 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: 74 kids

ZIP codes covered

81253 6

Program types in Wetmore

Montessori

1 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Wetmore licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

ABC Academy Centennial #27

Wetmore

School Age (5+) Cap 42

D Before/After School

Denver Smart Start Academy #433

Wetmore

School Age (5+) Cap 92

F Infant Care

First Steps Highlands Ranch #46

Wetmore

Preschool (2-5) Cap 55

K Head Start

Kids R Us Westminster #8

Wetmore

2 years - 12 years Cap 106

L Montessori

Lakewood Sunflower Daycare #230

Wetmore

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 47

L Group Care

Little Genius Aurora #211

Wetmore

School Age (5+) Cap 106

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Wetmore, Colorado?

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Wetmore, 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 Wetmore?

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 Wetmore 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 Wetmore typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Wetmore?

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 Wetmore 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.