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Licensed Daycare in Elmo, Utah

6 licensed daycares in Elmo, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Utah licensing records.

6
Licensed Centers
1
Infant Care
$870/mo
Utah avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Elmo listings updated May 2026 from official Utah records.

Daycare in Elmo: what parents should know

Families in Elmo can choose from 6 licensed childcare providers, with Preschool 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.

For age coverage, 1 center in Elmo report infant care (roughly 17% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 1 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.

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, Elmo providers are approved for approximately 478 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Elmo childcare by the numbers

6
Licensed providers
478
Licensed child seats
1
Family child care homes
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Elmo

ChildCare Aware reports the Utah average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Elmo 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).

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Quick 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
79 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in Elmo

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Elmo, Utah?
Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Elmo, Utah, sourced from Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of Child Care Licensing. 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 Elmo?
Statewide averages in Utah 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 Elmo daycares?
All licensed Utah centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Elmo typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Elmo?
Utah families can apply for Utah Office of Child Care Subsidy (intake: (801) 526-9675). 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 Elmo daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Elmo

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Local CCR&R agency

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Head Start (free)

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

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State subsidy

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(801) 526-9675 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Elmo, 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

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