Daycare in Golden, CO
36 licensed programs in Golden (Jefferson County): 17 child care centers, 13 school-age programs, 5 family child care homes and 1 group child care home. Together they're licensed for 2,557 children.
Short answer
Source: Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), as of October 2026. Every facility in CDEC's licensed child care report except resident (overnight) camps. Colorado doesn't publish phone numbers in this dataset. "Accepts subsidy" means the provider has a Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) fiscal agreement. Openings change daily, so call first.
What daycare costs in Jefferson County
$415/weekmedian for full-time infant care at a center ($21,590 a year) in 2022, before inflation since.
| Weekly | Center | Home daycare |
|---|---|---|
| Infant | $415 | $271 |
| Toddler | $358 | $258 |
| Preschool | $327 | $258 |
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices. Data as of 2022.
17 child care centers in Golden
Licensed centers, A to Z, with street addresses.
- Compass Montessori School Golden CampusSchool-age · licensed for 100
4441 Salvia, 80403
License 1535958 - Cornerstone Montessori SchoolToddler, Preschool · licensed for 125
15970 W 50th Ave, 80403
License 1727640 - Cradle to CrayonsInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 200
1921 Youngfield # 204, 80401
License 1543722 - Free Horizon MontessoriSchool-age · licensed for 182 · Accepts subsidy
15920 W 10th Ave, 80401
License 1512803 - JA/Coal Creek Canyon K-8Preschool · licensed for 15
11719 Ranch Elsie Rd, 80403
License 1783668 - Kids Smart @ CompassSchool-age · licensed for 30 · Accepts subsidy
4441 Salvia Street, 80403
License 1730102 - Kindercare Learning Center LLCInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 134 · Accepts subsidy
107 N Rubey Drive, 80403
License 35361 - Kindercare Learning Centers LLCInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 139 · Accepts subsidy
18601 Eagle Ridge Dr., 80401
License 1537607 - Kyffin Preschool (pleasant View Preschool)School-age · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
205 Flora WAY, 80401
License 69608 - Maple Grove PreschoolPreschool · licensed for 20 · Accepts subsidy
3085 Alkire Street, 80401
License 1771193 - Mines Early Childhood CenterInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 104 · Accepts subsidy
1900 Tangent Wy, 80401
License 1783089 - Partners in Play PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
1500 Ford Street, 80401
License 1736008 - Rooted BeginningsSchool-age · licensed for 80
1470 10th ST, 80401
License 47189 - Shelton PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
420 Crawford Street, 80401
License 1724161 - South Table Mountain PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 86
17701 W 16th AVE, 80401
License 89464 - Thrive Golden Ltd.Infant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 67 · Accepts subsidy
17602 W 14th Ave, 80401
License 1762617 - Welchester PreschoolPreschool · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
13000 W 10th AVE, 80401
License 1668934
1 group child care home in Golden
Licensed care in a provider's home for a larger group. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Courtney Liulicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
Golden
License 1744524
5 family child care homes in Golden
Licensed care in a provider's own home. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Ashley Lazzarolicensed for 9
Golden
License 1612492 - Dalal Al Dalawilicensed for 6
Golden
License 1744523 - Dawn Floreslicensed for 9 · Accepts subsidy
Golden
License 82144 - Stacie Hightreelicensed for 6
Golden
License 24270 - Urmila DurejaToddler · licensed for 4
Golden
License 1542287
13 school-age programs in Golden
Before- and after-school and summer programs for school-age children.
- Enor Enviromental Day CampSchool-age · licensed for 100
15200 W 6th AVE STE C, 80401
License 1503924 - Golden Community CenterSchool-age · licensed for 70
4471 Salvia St, 80403
License 1795259 - Golden Community CenterSchool-age · licensed for 105
1470 10th Street, 80401
License 2185 - JA/Coal Creek Canyon K-8School-age · licensed for 27
11719 Ranch Elsie Rd, 80403
License 1783245 - KCE Champions LLC @ CC CO School of MinesSchool-age · licensed for 98
1500 Illinois Street, 80401
License 1780082 - Kyffin School Age EnrichmentSchool-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
205 N Flora WAY, 80401
License 96286 - Mindful Moments Aftercare LLCSchool-age · licensed for 39
14350 W. 32nd Ave., 80401
License 1784408 - Ralston School Age EnrichmentSchool-age · licensed for 80 · Accepts subsidy
25856 Columbine Glen Ave, 80401
License 1552144 - Rrcc Sacc MitchellSchool-age · licensed for 75 · Accepts subsidy
201 N Rubey LN, 80403
License 67794 - SACC @ Maple Grove ElementarySchool-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
3085 Alkire ST, 80401
License 11986 - Welchester School Age EnrichmentSchool-age · licensed for 80 · Accepts subsidy
13000 W 10th Ave, 80401
License 1772101 - YMCA @ SheltonSchool-age · licensed for 75 · Accepts subsidy
420 Crawford ST, 80401
License 1535922 - YMCA of Metro Denver @ Fairmount ElementarySchool-age · licensed for 120
15975 W 50th AVE, 80403
License 1520953
How can I get help paying for daycare in Golden?
Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) pays part of the bill at a licensed provider you choose; you pay a copay based on income. Colorado's list shows 19 of the 36 programs here accept it.
Help paying in Colorado
Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP), run by Colorado Department of Early Childhood
$49,303a year or less for a family of three to start (185% of the federal poverty level), as of October 2025. You also need to work, study or train.
The highest copay reported for a family of three is 9.4% of income (January 2025).
How to applySources: Colorado Department of Early Childhood; National Women's Law Center
- Child care assistance in every state Income limits, copays and waiting lists
- Child care cost by county Look up any county in Colorado
- How much childcare costs Center, home daycare and nanny prices
- Dependent care FSA calculator The FSA or the tax credit for 2026
- Head Start in Colorado Free preschool and Early Head Start if you qualify
Daycare in Golden: common questions
How much does daycare cost in Golden, CO?
In Jefferson County, full-time infant care at a child care center had a median price of $415 a week ($21,590 a year) in 2022, and preschool care $327 a week. A family child care home charged a median $271 a week for an infant. These prices come from the U.S. Department of Labor and aren't adjusted for inflation, so expect higher rates today.
How many licensed daycares are in Golden?
Colorado's list shows 36 licensed programs in Golden as of October 2026: 17 child care centers, 13 school-age programs, 5 family child care homes and 1 group child care home. Together they're licensed for 2,557 children, though licensed capacity isn't the same as open spots.
Can I get help paying for daycare in Golden?
Yes, if you qualify. Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP), run by Colorado Department of Early Childhood, pays part of the cost at a provider you choose. A family of three can earn up to $49,303 a year to start. The state's list shows 19 of the Golden programs accept the subsidy.
How do I know a daycare is licensed?
Every program on this page is on Colorado's list of active licensed programs, with its license number. Look up the record before you tour: it shows the ages and number of children the program is licensed for and its inspection history.
Sources
- 1.Colorado Licensed Child Care Facilities Report Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC). Accessed October 16, 2026.
- 2.National Database of Childcare Prices: 2008-2022 (Data File) U.S. Department of Labor, Women's Bureau. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 3.National Database of Childcare Prices Technical Report (September 2024) U.S. Department of Labor, Women's Bureau. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 4.Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) For Families Colorado Department of Early Childhood. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 5.Colorado: Financial Assistance Resources for Families (last reviewed 2026-06-26) Childcare.gov (Administration for Children and Families). Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 6.Warning Signs: State Child Care Assistance Policies 2025 National Women's Law Center. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 7.CCDF Family Co-Payments by State (January 2025) Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 8.42 U.S. Code 9858n, Definitions (Child Care and Development Block Grant Act) Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School (U.S. Code). Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 9.Understanding and finding child care in Colorado Childcare.gov (Administration for Children and Families). Accessed October 16, 2026.