Level 1
Daycare center
YMCA Bennett Preschool
AgesToddler to preschool
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Daycares and preschools in Estes Park, CO
7 licensed programs · 1 with Google ratings
Level 3
Daycare center
Mountain Top Childcare
AgesNot listed
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 3
Level 4
Preschool
Park Place Preschool
AgesPreschool
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 4
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Licensed home daycares in Estes Park
Home daycares are private residences, so the register entry is shown with the ZIP code only (Colorado withholds home addresses). Many are licensed under the provider's own name. A home daycare with a public business profile has its own page above.
| Licensed name | ZIP | Licence | Capacity | Ages | Colorado Shines | Subsidy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erin Gillam Family Child Care Home | 80517 | 1788851 | 6 | Not listed | Level 1 | No |
| Jodi Rasmussen Large Family Child Care Home | 80517 | 1535138 | 8 | Not listed | Level 1 | No |
| Susan Lugo Family Child Care Home | 80517 | 1784543 | 6 | Not listed | Level 1 | No |
| Veronica Rojas Family Child Care Home | 80517 | 1665890 | 6 | Not listed | Level 1 | No |
Childcare in Estes Park: what to know
How many licensed child care programs are in Estes Park?
Estes Park has 7 licensed programs on the Colorado register: 2 daycare centers, 1 licensed preschool, 4 home daycares and 0 before and after school programs.
Who licenses child care in Colorado?
Colorado Department of Early Childhood licenses and inspects child care centers, preschools and home daycares in Colorado. Every profile links to the state record. Licence data on this page was synced in September 2026.
What is Colorado Shines?
Colorado Shines rates licensed programs from Level 1 to Level 5. Level 1 means the program is licensed and in good standing. Levels 3 to 5 are awarded after an on-site assessment of staff training, learning environment, family partnerships and child health. 7 of 7 programs in Estes Park hold a rating.
Why do home daycares show only a ZIP code?
A licensed home daycare is a private residence, and Colorado withholds the address from its public register. The listing shows the licence, capacity and ZIP code. The provider gives the address to families directly.
When should I join a daycare waitlist in Estes Park?
Infant rooms fill first because the state allows the fewest babies per teacher. Ask each program how long its infant and toddler waitlists run and whether a deposit holds a place. Home daycares often have shorter waits than centers.
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Help paying for care
Colorado families may qualify for the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP), and Universal Preschool Colorado funds part-time preschool hours for every four-year-old.
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Source: Colorado Licensed Child Care Facilities Report, Colorado Information Marketplace. Last synced September 2026. Ratings and review counts are from Google.