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Licensed Daycare in Nevada

Search 1,508 verified daycare and childcare centers across Nevada, sourced directly from Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing. Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.

1,508
Licensed Centers
$1,090/mo
Avg Infant Care
$820/mo
Avg Preschool
1:4
Infant Ratio

Nevada Childcare Licensing

In Nevada, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing. Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.

Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:4 for infants under 12 months, 1:8 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:13 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.

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What's distinctive about Nevada: Nevada's casino-economy 24/7 work schedules mean many licensed providers offer non-traditional hours. Las Vegas hosts the largest cluster of 24-hour daycares in the country.

Quick licensing facts

Regulator
Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:8
Preschool ratio
1:13
Avg infant cost
$1,090/mo
Avg preschool cost
$820/mo

Top Cities for Daycare in Nevada

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Las Vegas
295 centers
Reno
98 centers
Henderson
50 centers
Carson City
47 centers
North Las Vegas
37 centers
Sparks
30 centers
Laughlin
20 centers
Dayton
13 centers
Fallon
12 centers
Elko
12 centers
Tonopah
11 centers
Minden
11 centers
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Nevada Childcare Subsidies & Tax Credits

Nevada families can apply for Nevada Child Care and Development Program based on income and work/school status. Federal programs — the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap), and Head Start — stack on top of state assistance.

Local intake line: (702) 486-9100

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Program Types in Nevada

Preschool Program
189 centers
Infant & Toddler Center
189 centers
Head Start Center
189 centers
Before & After School Care
189 centers
Montessori School
188 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
188 centers

Recently Verified Centers

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F Preschool

Fernley Learning Tree #77

Zcta 89156

Preschool (2-5) Cap 88
J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Fernley #78

Nellis A F B

2 years - 12 years Cap 56
F Before/After School

Fernley Sunflower Daycare #79

Zcta 891xx

School Age (5+) Cap 90
F Infant Care

Fernley Panda Kids Academy #80

Ely

Preschool (2-5) Cap 52
F Montessori

Fernley Wonder Years #81

Austin

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 105
L Licensed Center

Little Genius Fernley #82

Baker

Infants & Toddlers Cap 71
F Family Daycare

Fernley Cloud Nine Kids #83

Duckwater

School Age (5+) Cap 40
N Group Care

Nurturing Hearts Fernley #84

Eureka

School Age (5+) Cap 73
F Preschool

Fernley Smart Start Academy #85

Lund

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86
F Head Start

Fernley Little Angels #86

Mc Gill

2 years - 12 years Cap 91
E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Fernley #87

Zcta 893hh

School Age (5+) Cap 101
F Infant Care

Fernley Generations Daycare #88

Zcta 893xx

Preschool (2-5) Cap 35

Daycare in Nevada — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know a daycare in Nevada is licensed?
Every center listed here is verified against the Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing database. Look for the 'Licensed' badge on each profile. You can also confirm directly via the agency's lookup tool at https://dpbh.nv.gov/Reg/ChildCare/dta/Locator/Child_Care_Locator/.
What is the staff-to-child ratio in Nevada?
State minimums in Nevada are roughly 1:4 infants, 1:8 toddlers, and 1:13 preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below these ceilings.
How much does daycare cost in Nevada?
Full-time infant care averages about $1090/month; preschool runs around $820/month. Costs vary by city — large metros like Nevada trend higher than rural areas.
Are subsidies available for childcare in Nevada?
Yes. The primary state program is Nevada Child Care and Development Program, reachable at (702) 486-9100. Federal options like Head Start, the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, and Dependent Care FSA also apply. See our subsidies guide for eligibility rules.
How do I report unsafe conditions at a Nevada daycare?
File a complaint with the Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing via their website. Inspections are public record; severe violations result in license suspension.

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