Licensed Daycare in Ellsworth, Nebraska

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

Statewide averages in Nebraska run roughly $970/month for infants and $720/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 Ellsworth daycares?

All licensed Nebraska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Ellsworth typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Ellsworth?

Nebraska families can apply for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

2 licensed daycares in Ellsworth, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Nebraska licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$970/mo

Nebraska avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Ellsworth

ChildCare Aware reports the Nebraska average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Ellsworth 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. Nebraska families may also qualify for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278).

Full Nebraska licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 32 kids

ZIP codes covered

69340 2

Program types in Ellsworth

All Ellsworth licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

Bellevue Panda Kids Academy #38

Ellsworth

Infants & Toddlers Cap 41

L Infant Care

Little Genius Columbus #47

Ellsworth

Preschool (2-5) Cap 24

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Ellsworth, Nebraska?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Ellsworth, Nebraska, sourced from Nebraska DHHS — 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 Ellsworth?

Statewide averages in Nebraska run roughly $970/month for infants and $720/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 Ellsworth daycares?

All licensed Nebraska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Ellsworth typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Ellsworth?

Nebraska families can apply for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278). 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 Ellsworth daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.