Daycare in Lakewood, CO
108 licensed programs in Lakewood (Jefferson County): 58 child care centers, 23 school-age programs, 17 family child care homes and 10 group child care homes. Together they're licensed for 5,675 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.
58 child care centers in Lakewood
Licensed centers, A to Z, with street addresses.
ZIP 80214 · 8
- 11th Avenue Head StartToddler, Preschool · licensed for 29
6201 W 11th Ave, 80214
License 1789927 - Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool/ChildcareToddler, School-age · licensed for 171
2100 N Wadsworth Blvd, 80214
License 46819 - Jefferson County Open School PreschoolPreschool · licensed for 20 · Accepts subsidy
7655 W 10th AVE, 80214
License 1501383 - Kids Smart @ Slater3+School-age · licensed for 15 · Accepts subsidy
8605 W 23rd Ave, 80214
License 1796318 - Lakewood Learning CenterInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 99
946 Benton ST, 80214
License 46568 - Lakewood United Methodist Pdo + PreschoolInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
1390 Brentwood ST, 80214
License 45615 - Little Monsters AcademyInfant, Toddler, Preschool · licensed for 30 · Accepts subsidy
2020 Wadsworth Blvd suite 7, 80214
License 1726571 - Renaissance Children's CenterInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 58 · Accepts subsidy
1797 Kendall ST, 80214
License 33421
ZIP 80215 · 8
- Colorado Kids AcademySchool-age · licensed for 30
10240 W 26th AVE, 80215
License 1673838 - Eiber PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
1385 Independence St, 80215
License 1744713 - Kids SmART @ Eiber3+School-age · licensed for 15 · Accepts subsidy
1385 Independence St, 80215
License 1780971 - Lively Arts HomeSchool ProgramSchool-age · licensed for 14
1755 Dover Street, 80215
License 1765032 - Our Lady of Fatima Early Learning CenterSchool-age · licensed for 81
10530 W 20th AVE, 80215
License 80520 - Slater PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
8605 W 23rd AVE, 80215
License 105093 - Small CharactersSchool-age · licensed for 62 · Accepts subsidy
8700 W 14th Ave, 80215
License 1723579 - The Applewood SchoolToddler, School-age · licensed for 55
1690 Simms Street, 80215
License 1721339
ZIP 80226 · 13
- Augustine Classical PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 69
480 S Kipling ST, 80226
License 1670733 - Deane PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 20 · Accepts subsidy
580 S Harlan Street, 80226
License 1779570 - Fletcher Miller Sch for Disable ChildSchool-age · licensed for 40
200 Kipling ST, 80226
License 91630 - Jacob AcademyInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 216 · Accepts subsidy
11025 W. Glennon Dr., 80226
License 1624046 - Kindercare Learning Centers LLCInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 99 · Accepts subsidy
975 S Kipling PKWY, 80226
License 55604 - Little Harvard AcademyInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 148 · Accepts subsidy
6381 W Alameda Ave, 80226
License 1783409 - Mile Hi Children's Enrichment CenterToddler, School-age · licensed for 60 · Accepts subsidy
9077 W Alameda AVE, 80226
License 1613987 - Rocky Mountain Child CareInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 58 · Accepts subsidy
7510 W Arizona Pl, 80226
License 1776320 - Rose Stein PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
80 S Teller ST, 80226
License 4308 - The Big Red Barn Christian AcademyInfant, Toddler, Preschool · licensed for 48
1020 S Flower St, 80226
License 1795051 - The Big Red Barn Early Learning CenterToddler, Preschool · licensed for 37
390 S Kline St, 80226
License 1766300 - The Little Red Barn NurseryInfant, Toddler · licensed for 18
12180 W Alameda Pkwy Suite B, 80226
License 1786116 - The Summit Early Learning AcademyInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 42 · Accepts subsidy
100 Carr St #1309, 80226
License 1758379
ZIP 80227 · 7
- Above & Beyond Early Learning AcademyInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 76 · Accepts subsidy
3224 South Wadsworth Blvd. Unit A,B,C,D, 80227
License 1791491 - Green Gables PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 20 · Accepts subsidy
8701 W Woodard Drive, 80227
License 1771199 - Precious Angels PreschoolInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 137 · Accepts subsidy
3333 S Wadsworth BLVD UNIT C117, 80227
License 1586202 - Primrose School of Bear CreekInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 156 · Accepts subsidy
3395 S Kipling Pkwy, 80227
License 1749795 - Sunflower Hill ChildPreschool · licensed for 15
7805 W Hampden Avenue, 80227
License 1724013 - The Children's World SchoolToddler, Preschool · licensed for 95 · Accepts subsidy
7700 Woodard Drive, 80227
License 1732907 - Westgate PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 20 · Accepts subsidy
8550 W Vassar DR, 80227
License 1640567
ZIP 80228 · 13
- Advantage Learning CenterInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 92 · Accepts subsidy
155 Van Gordon ST, 80228
License 5430 - Bearly Tawl of LakewoodInfant, Toddler, Preschool · licensed for 57 · Accepts subsidy
1004 S Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80228, 80228
License 1787920 - Childrens Ctr at Red Rocks Comm CollegeToddler, School-age · licensed for 68 · Accepts subsidy
13300 W 6th AVE, 80228
License 25465 - Concordia Lutheran PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 83
13371 W Alameda PKWY, 80228
License 57633 - Foothills PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 60 · Accepts subsidy
13165 W Ohio Ave, 80228
License 45473 - Green Mountain Village PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 39
14099 W Jewell Ave, 80228
License 1772714 - Hutchinson PreschoolPreschool · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
12900 W. Utah Ave, 80228
License 1734958 - Jacob AcademyInfant, Toddler, Preschool · licensed for 96 · Accepts subsidy
1139 S Alkire ST, 80228
License 1702990 - Kindercare Learning Centers LLCInfant, Toddler, Preschool, School-age · licensed for 114 · Accepts subsidy
13990 W Bates AVE, 80228
License 1537608 - McHs Childcare CenterInfant, Toddler · licensed for 80
13600 W 2nd PL, 80228
License 69170 - Stepping Stones Adventure PreschoolPreschool · licensed for 46
12900 West Alameda Pkwy, 80228
License 1766791 - The Goddard SchoolInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 169 · Accepts subsidy
12850 W Alameda PKWY, 80228
License 1587249 - Tiny Heart AcademyInfant, Toddler, Preschool · licensed for 79 · Accepts subsidy
12755 W Cedar DR, 80228
License 1696651
ZIP 80232 · 6
- Kendrick Lakes PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
1350 S Hoyt St, 80232
License 1562444 - Patterson Early Head StartToddler · licensed for 10
1470 S. Yarrow St, 80232
License 1790014 - Patterson Head StartPreschool · licensed for 20
1480 S. Yarrow St, 80232
License 1790013 - Patterson Head StartPreschool · licensed for 20
7735 W. Florida Ave, 80232
License 1790015 - Patterson PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 80 · Accepts subsidy
1263 S. Dudley Street, 80232
License 76185 - The Summit Early Learning AcademyInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 99 · Accepts subsidy
10790 W Jewell Ave, 80232
License 1790801
ZIP 80235 · 2
- Addenbrooke Classical Academy PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 60
3940 S Teller ST, 80235
License 1687859 - Denver Christian PreschoolSchool-age · licensed for 80
3898 S Teller ST, 80235
License 1597144
ZIP 80401 · 1
- Daniel's Head StartPreschool · licensed for 20
1301 Union St., 80401
License 1790003
10 group child care homes in Lakewood
Licensed care in a provider's home for a larger group. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Cristina Gaetalicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
Lakewood
License 1648565 - Katherine Hutchinslicensed for 12
Lakewood
License 1764236 - Kendyll Hulyklicensed for 12
Lakewood
License 1786132 - Kristi Stieduharlicensed for 12
Lakewood
License 1601220 - Laura Garcia Quinoneslicensed for 12
Lakewood
License 1540635 - Nadia Ojeda-Ayalalicensed for 12
Lakewood
License 1708263 - Sydnee Cooklicensed for 12
Lakewood
License 1782201 - Tanya Haucklicensed for 12
Lakewood
License 27804 - Tara Starrlicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
Lakewood
License 1748613 - Vanessa Clarklicensed for 12
Lakewood
License 1701257
17 family child care homes in Lakewood
Licensed care in a provider's own home. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Adriana Ledezma Acostalicensed for 12
Lakewood
License 1797999 - Barbara Stoverlicensed for 6
Lakewood
License 1511252 - Carmen Tuestalicensed for 6
Lakewood
License 1740854 - Cheryl Chinnlicensed for 9 · Accepts subsidy
Lakewood
License 52721 - Diane Carlsonlicensed for 9
Lakewood
License 79151 - Diane Gondalicensed for 6
Lakewood
License 98453 - Diane Shelleylicensed for 6
Lakewood
License 58540 - Jennifer Gardnerlicensed for 6
Lakewood
License 1532591 - Kelly Hobbslicensed for 9
Lakewood
License 90817 - Kerry Schafflicensed for 9 · Accepts subsidy
Lakewood
License 41180 - Kimberly Robylicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
Lakewood
License 34316 - Miriam Pacaslicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
Lakewood
License 1552806 - Monique Palacioslicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
Lakewood
License 1788150 - Rosemarie Applegatelicensed for 6
Lakewood
License 4563 - Sara Larsonlicensed for 6
Lakewood
License 1735179 - Shelli Woodlicensed for 4
Lakewood
License 43903 - Todd Blanchardlicensed for 9 · Accepts subsidy
Lakewood
License 1632891
23 school-age programs in Lakewood
Before- and after-school and summer programs for school-age children.
- Bethlehem Lutheran School ChildwatchSchool-age · licensed for 225
2100 N Wadsworth BLVD, 80214
License 67870 - Camp PahaSchool-age · licensed for 50
12250 W Kentucky Dr, 80228
License 87619 - City of LakewoodSchool-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
8425 W 1st Ave, 80226
License 1724040 - City of Lakewood B & a BelmarSchool-age · licensed for 70 · Accepts subsidy
885 S Garrison ST, 80226
License 1531060 - City of Lakewood B a Program LasleySchool-age · licensed for 81 · Accepts subsidy
1393 S Kendall CT, 80232
License 103193 - City of Lakewood Foothills ElementarySchool-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
13165 W Ohio AVE, 80228
License 96950 - Day Camps- Girl Scouts of Colorado PPPSchool-age · licensed for 50
15600 W. Morrison Road, 80228
License 1765643 - Dennison School Age EnrichmentSchool-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
401 Independence St, 80226
License 1772089 - Foothills Park and Rec Dist / Devinny ElemSchool-age · licensed for 110 · Accepts subsidy
1725 S Wright St, 80228
License 1540441 - Green Gables School Age EnrichmentSchool-age · licensed for 80 · Accepts subsidy
8701 W Woodward Drive, 80227
License 1717822 - Hutchinson Before and After SchoolSchool-age · licensed for 45 · Accepts subsidy
12900 W Utah AVE, 80228
License 7292 - Jacob AcademySchool-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
11025 W. Glennon Dr., 80226
License 1789798 - Kids SmART @ BelmarSchool-age · licensed for 30 · Accepts subsidy
885 S Garrison St, 80226
License 1796241 - Kids SmART @ PattersonSchool-age · licensed for 30 · Accepts subsidy
1263 S Dudley St, 80232
License 1757385 - Kids Smart @ SlaterSchool-age · licensed for 29 · Accepts subsidy
8605 W 23rd Ave, 80215
License 1734755 - Kids Smart @ SteinSchool-age · licensed for 30 · Accepts subsidy
80 S Teller ST, 80226
License 1708564 - Kids Smart / DeaneSchool-age · licensed for 30 · Accepts subsidy
580 S Harlan ST, 80226
License 1597255 - Red Rocks COMM COL SACC @ Bear Creek K-8School-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
9601 W Dartmouth PL, 80227
License 1535158 - Red Rocks Comm College-Kendrick LakesSchool-age · licensed for 75 · Accepts subsidy
1350 S Hoyt St, 80232
License 1528479 - Rooney Ranch School Age EnrichmentSchool-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
2200 S Coors St, 80228
License 1772092 - Stober School Age EnrichmentSchool-age · licensed for 80 · Accepts subsidy
2300 Urban St, 80215
License 1734640 - Westgate School Age EnrichmentSchool-age · licensed for 80 · Accepts subsidy
8550 W Vassar DR, 80227
License 97223 - Wild Crescent LLCSchool-age · licensed for 14
2800 S Estes St, 80227
License 1769031
How can I get help paying for daycare in Lakewood?
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 62 of the 108 programs here accept it. If your income is at or below the poverty line, Head Start and Early Head Start are free.
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 Lakewood: common questions
How much does daycare cost in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood?
Colorado's list shows 108 licensed programs in Lakewood as of October 2026: 58 child care centers, 23 school-age programs, 17 family child care homes and 10 group child care homes. Together they're licensed for 5,675 children, though licensed capacity isn't the same as open spots.
Can I get help paying for daycare in Lakewood?
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 62 of the Lakewood programs accept the subsidy. Lakewood also has 4 free Head Start and Early Head Start centers for families who qualify.
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.