Licensed Daycare in Chester, Utah
6 licensed daycares in Chester, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Utah licensing records.
Chester listings updated May 2026 from official Utah records.
Daycare in Chester: what parents should know
Families in Chester can choose from 6 licensed childcare providers, with Montessori the most common type (about 17% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Utah license at indexing time, sourced from Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of Child Care Licensing.
About 17% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
In total, Chester providers are approved for approximately 400 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Chester childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Chester
ChildCare Aware reports the Utah average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Chester 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. Utah families may also qualify for Utah Office of Child Care Subsidy (intake: (801) 526-9675).
Full Utah licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of Child Care Licensing
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:7
- Preschool ratio
- 1:15
- Avg capacity
- 66 kids
ZIP codes covered
Largest licensed centers in Chester
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Chester licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Chester
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 programUtah Office of Child Care Subsidy can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(801) 526-9675 · 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 Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of Child Care Licensing.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Chester, Utah are compiled from official Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of 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
Search 6 Licensed Centers in Chester
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