Licensed Daycare in Casper, Wyoming
6 licensed daycares in Casper, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Wyoming licensing records.
Casper listings updated May 2026 from official Wyoming records.
Daycare in Casper: what parents should know
Families in Casper can choose from 6 licensed childcare providers, with Head Start the most common type (about 33% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Wyoming license at indexing time, sourced from Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services.
For age coverage, 1 center in Casper 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. 2 are Head Start programs, free for income-eligible families.
Licensed care in Casper spans 3+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute.
In total, Casper providers are approved for approximately 432 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Casper childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Casper
ChildCare Aware reports the Wyoming average full-time cost at $880/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Casper 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. Wyoming families may also qualify for Wyoming Child Care Subsidy (intake: (307) 777-6285).
Full Wyoming licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:5
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 72 kids
Largest licensed centers in Casper
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Casper licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Casper
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 programWyoming Child Care Subsidy can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(307) 777-6285 · 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 Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Casper, Wyoming are compiled from official Wyoming Department of Family Services — Early Childhood Services 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 Casper
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