Daycare in Wheat Ridge, CO
31 licensed programs in Wheat Ridge (Jefferson County): 18 child care centers, 7 school-age programs, 3 group child care homes and 3 family child care homes. Together they're licensed for 1,605 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.
18 child care centers in Wheat Ridge
Licensed centers, A to Z, with street addresses.
- Camp SalamandaSchool-age · licensed for 15
4355 Field St, 80033
License 1796006 - Castle Kids Early Learning CenterPreschool · licensed for 30 · Accepts subsidy
2600 Wadsworth BLVD, 80033
License 103053 - Child Priority Preschool IncSchool-age · licensed for 66
12200 W 38th AVE, 80033
License 55782 - Compass Montessori SchoolSchool-age · licensed for 90
10399 W 44th AVE, 80033
License 25330 - Ella, LLCToddler, Preschool · licensed for 29
6320 W. 44th Ave., 80033
License 1721328 - Explore & Discover: A Reggio Care CenterInfant, Toddler · licensed for 25 · Accepts subsidy
6310 W 29th Ave, 80214
License 1507126 - Highlands MontessoriInfant, Toddler, Preschool · licensed for 80
6101 W 38th Ave, 80033
License 1655050 - Jefferson County Head StartToddler · licensed for 20 · Accepts subsidy
12725 W 42nd AVE, 80033
License 1551062 - Lightway at the RidgeInfant, Toddler · licensed for 15
4340 Harlan ST, 80033
License 1676722 - Midtown Montessori Academy at Sloan's LakeInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 178 · Accepts subsidy
3480 Ames St, 80212
License 1746576 - Mountain Phoenix Community SchoolSchool-age · licensed for 136 · Accepts subsidy
4725 Miller ST, 80033
License 1609502 - Peak PENNINGTON PRESCHOOLPreschool · licensed for 20 · Accepts subsidy
4617 Independence Street, 80033
License 75017 - Primrose of Wheat Ridge at ApplewoodInfant, Toddler, Preschool · licensed for 208 · Accepts subsidy
3905 Clear Creek Drive, 80401
License 1787407 - St Peter and PaulPreschool, School-age · licensed for 95 · Accepts subsidy
3920 Pierce ST, 80033
License 7487 - Stevens PreschoolPreschool · licensed for 60 · Accepts subsidy
7101 W 38th Ave, 80033
License 46364 - Tiny Hearts AcademyInfant, Toddler · licensed for 43
3790 Chase st, 80212
License 1736319 - Wheat Ridge Learning AcademyInfant, Toddler, School-age · licensed for 39
7300 W 38th AVE, 80033
License 1671491 - Wheat Ridge Recreation CenterPreschool · licensed for 15
4005 Kipling ST, 80033
License 1529053
3 group child care homes in Wheat Ridge
Licensed care in a provider's home for a larger group. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Gina Cierilicensed for 12
Wheat Ridge
License 1669201 - Sonya Thomaslicensed for 10 · Accepts subsidy
Wheat Ridge
License 1690975 - Virginia Brianolicensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
Wheat Ridge
License 72857
3 family child care homes in Wheat Ridge
Licensed care in a provider's own home. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Aida Vraniclicensed for 6 · Accepts subsidy
Wheat Ridge
License 1552810 - Dana Baudienlicensed for 9
Wheat Ridge
License 1560324 - Nadima Rassulilicensed for 6
Wheat Ridge
License 1663251
7 school-age programs in Wheat Ridge
Before- and after-school and summer programs for school-age children.
- Camp Galileo - Wheat RidgeSchool-age · licensed for 60
7101 W 38th Ave, 80033
License 1780584 - City of Wheat Ridge Recreation CenterSchool-age · licensed for 66
4355 Field Street, 80033
License 1546821 - City of Wheat Ridge Recreation CenterSchool-age · licensed for 30
4005 Kipling St, 80033
License 1785308 - Prospect Valley School Age EnrichmentSchool-age · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
3400 Pierson ST, 80033
License 27718 - Red Rocks Comm Coll @ Peak ExpeditionarySchool-age · licensed for 75 · Accepts subsidy
4617 Independence Street, 80033
License 1798084 - spaceSchool-age · licensed for 25
3810 Pierce St Ste C, 80033
License 1794439 - YMCA @ Mountain PhoenixSchool-age · licensed for 30 · Accepts subsidy
4725 Miller Street, 80033
License 1776655
How can I get help paying for daycare in Wheat Ridge?
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 15 of the 31 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 Wheat Ridge: common questions
How much does daycare cost in Wheat Ridge, 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 Wheat Ridge?
Colorado's list shows 31 licensed programs in Wheat Ridge as of October 2026: 18 child care centers, 7 school-age programs, 3 group child care homes and 3 family child care homes. Together they're licensed for 1,605 children, though licensed capacity isn't the same as open spots.
Can I get help paying for daycare in Wheat Ridge?
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 15 of the Wheat Ridge 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.