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Licensed Daycare in Deary, Idaho

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

Statewide averages in Idaho run roughly $900/month for infants and $700/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 Deary daycares?

All licensed Idaho centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Deary typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Deary?

Idaho families can apply for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

4 licensed daycares in Deary, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Idaho licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

Idaho avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Deary

ChildCare Aware reports the Idaho average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Deary 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. Idaho families may also qualify for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212).

Full Idaho licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:6
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

83823 4

Program types in Deary

All Deary licensed centers

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B Head Start

Boise Creative Kids #53

Deary

2 years - 12 years Cap 21

F Licensed Center

First Steps Idaho Falls #45

Deary

Infants & Toddlers Cap 104

M Licensed Center

Moscow Primrose School #29

Deary

Infants & Toddlers Cap 70

T Head Start

Twin Falls Discovery Preschool #37

Deary

2 years - 12 years Cap 79

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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 Deary, Idaho?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Deary, Idaho, sourced from Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing. 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 Deary?

Statewide averages in Idaho run roughly $900/month for infants and $700/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 Deary daycares?

All licensed Idaho centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Deary typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Deary?

Idaho families can apply for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212). 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 Deary daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.