Licensed Daycare in Anchorage, Alaska
24 licensed daycares in Anchorage, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Alaska licensing records.
Anchorage listings updated May 2026 from official Alaska records.
Daycare in Anchorage: what parents should know
Our directory lists 24 licensed childcare providers in Anchorage, Alaska, with Child Care Center the most common type (about 17% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Alaska license at indexing time, sourced from Alaska Department of Health — Child Care Program Office.
For age coverage, 3 centers in Anchorage report infant care (roughly 13% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 3 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 2 are Head Start programs, free for income-eligible families.
Licensed care in Anchorage spans 8+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute. About 13% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
Together, licensed providers in Anchorage report capacity for roughly 1,898 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Anchorage childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Anchorage
ChildCare Aware reports the Alaska average full-time cost at $1,230/month for infant care and $920/month for preschool. City-level prices in Anchorage vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Alaska families may also qualify for Alaska Child Care Assistance Program (intake: (888) 268-4632).
Full Alaska licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Alaska Department of Health — Child Care Program Office
- Infant ratio
- 1:5
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 79 kids
Largest licensed centers in Anchorage
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Anchorage licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Anchorage
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programAlaska Child Care Assistance Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(888) 268-4632 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Alaska Department of Health — Child Care Program Office.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Anchorage, Alaska are compiled from official Alaska Department of Health — Child Care Program Office licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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