Licensed Daycare in Boise, Idaho
36 licensed daycares in Boise, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Idaho licensing records.
Boise listings updated May 2026 from official Idaho records.
Daycare in Boise: what parents should know
Families in Boise can choose from 36 licensed childcare providers, with Family Daycare the most common type (about 17% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Idaho license at indexing time, sourced from Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing.
For age coverage, 2 centers in Boise report infant care (roughly 6% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 4 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 6 are Head Start programs, free for income-eligible families.
Licensed care in Boise spans 8+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute. About 17% 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 Boise report capacity for roughly 2,678 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Boise childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Boise
ChildCare Aware reports the Idaho average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Boise 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. Idaho families may also qualify for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212).
Full Idaho licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing
- Infant ratio
- 1:6
- Toddler ratio
- 1:8
- Preschool ratio
- 1:12
- Avg capacity
- 74 kids
Largest licensed centers in Boise
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Boise licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Boise
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 programIdaho Child Care Program (ICCP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(208) 332-7212 · 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 Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Boise, Idaho are compiled from official Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing 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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