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Licensed Daycare in Urania, Louisiana

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

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

Urania listings updated May 2026 from official Louisiana records.

Daycare in Urania: what parents should know

Urania has 4 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Preschool 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 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.

About 25% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.

Combined, Urania's licensed centers hold about 406 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Urania childcare by the numbers

4
Licensed providers
406
Licensed child seats
1
Family child care homes
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Urania

ChildCare Aware reports the Louisiana average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Urania 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
101 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in Urania

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 Urania, Louisiana?
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Urania, 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 Urania?
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 Urania 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 Urania typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Urania?
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 Urania 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 Urania

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 Urania, 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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