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Licensed Daycare in Rush, Colorado

7 licensed daycares in Rush, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Colorado licensing records.

7
Licensed Centers
1
Infant Care
$1,430/mo
Colorado avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Rush listings updated May 2026 from official Colorado records.

Daycare in Rush: what parents should know

Families in Rush can choose from 7 licensed childcare providers. Every provider here holds a current Colorado license at indexing time, sourced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration.

For age coverage, 1 center in Rush report infant care (roughly 14% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 1 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.

About 14% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.

Combined, Rush's licensed centers hold about 478 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Rush childcare by the numbers

7
Licensed providers
478
Licensed child seats
1
Family child care homes
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Rush

ChildCare Aware reports the Colorado average full-time cost at $1,430/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Rush 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. Colorado families may also qualify for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) (intake: (303) 866-5957).

Full Colorado licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration
Infant ratio
1:5
Toddler ratio
1:5
Preschool ratio
1:10
Avg capacity
68 kids

ZIP codes covered

All Rush licensed centers

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Rush, Colorado?
Our directory lists 7 licensed childcare centers in Rush, Colorado, sourced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.
What's the average daycare cost in Rush?
Statewide averages in Colorado run roughly $1430/month for infants and $1080/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Rush daycares?
All licensed Colorado centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Rush typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Rush?
Colorado families can apply for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) (intake: (303) 866-5957). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.
How do I verify a Rush daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Rush

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

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Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(303) 866-5957 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Rush, Colorado are compiled from official Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration 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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