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Licensed Daycare in Center Point, Louisiana

4 licensed daycares in Center Point, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Louisiana licensing records.

4
Licensed Centers
1
Infant Care
$870/mo
Louisiana avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Center Point listings updated May 2026 from official Louisiana records.

Daycare in Center Point: what parents should know

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare providers in Center Point, Louisiana, with Licensed Group Child Care Home the most common type (about 25% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Louisiana license at indexing time, sourced from Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division.

For age coverage, 1 center in Center Point report infant care (roughly 25% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early). 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.

Together, licensed providers in Center Point report capacity for roughly 282 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Center Point childcare by the numbers

4
Licensed providers
282
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Center Point

ChildCare Aware reports the Louisiana average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Center Point 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. Louisiana families may also qualify for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (225) 342-3947).

Full Louisiana licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division
Infant ratio
1:5
Toddler ratio
1:8
Preschool ratio
1:14
Avg capacity
70 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in Center Point

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Center Point, Louisiana?
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Center Point, Louisiana, sourced from Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division. 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 Center Point?
Statewide averages in Louisiana run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/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 Center Point daycares?
All licensed Louisiana centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:14 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Center Point typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Center Point?
Louisiana families can apply for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (225) 342-3947). 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 Center Point daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Center Point

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

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

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

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State subsidy

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

(225) 342-3947 · How to apply
Quality ratings

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Verify a license

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Center Point, Louisiana are compiled from official Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division 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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