Albuquerque Kids First Academy #18
7805 Forest Ave, Las Vegas, NM 87701
License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.
About Albuquerque Kids First Academy #18
Albuquerque Kids First Academy #18 is a head start located in Las Vegas, New Mexico (87701). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD). Licensed capacity is 105 children.
Cost & subsidies in New Mexico
Statewide averages: $870/month infant, $720/month preschool. Most New Mexico families qualify for assistance through NM Child Care Assistance Program (intake: (800) 832-1321).
Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.
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A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Albuquerque Kids First Academy #18 and any other licensed provider:
- Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
- Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
- Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
- Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
- Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
- Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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