Level 1Daycare center
Ella, LLC
AgesToddler to preschool
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Daycares and preschools in Wheat Ridge, CO
33 licensed programs · 9 with Google ratings
Level 1Level 1
Montessori
Tiny Hearts Academy
AgesInfant to toddler
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1Daycare center
Castle Kids Early Learning Center
AgesPreschool
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1Montessori
Highlands Montessori
AgesInfant to preschool
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1Daycare center
Primrose School of Wheat Ridge at Applewood
AgesInfant to preschool
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1
Daycare center
Child Priority Preschool
AgesNot listed
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1
Daycare center
Lightway at The Ridge
AgesInfant to toddler
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1
Daycare center
Explore & Discover: A Reggio Emilia Infant & Toddler Care Center
AgesInfant to toddler
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1Daycare center
Wheat Ridge Learning Academy
AgesInfant to toddler
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1
Daycare center
Camp Salamanda
AgesNot listed
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1Montessori
Compass Montessori School
AgesNot listed
HoursNot listed
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State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1
Head Start
Jefferson County Head Start
AgesToddler
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1Montessori
Midtown Montessori Academy @ Sloan's Lake
AgesToddler
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 1Daycare center
Mountain Phoenix Community School
AgesNot listed
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 4
Preschool
Peak PENNINGTON PRESCHOOL
AgesPreschool
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 4
Level 1
Daycare center
St Peter and Paul
AgesPreschool to school age
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 1
Level 4
Preschool
Stevens Preschool
AgesPreschool
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 4
Level 2
Preschool
Wheat Ridge Recreation Center
AgesPreschool
HoursNot listed
Tuition fromNot listed
State quality ratingLevel 2
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Licensed home daycares in Wheat Ridge
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aida Vranic Family Child Care Home | 80033 | 1552810 | 6 | Not listed | Level 4 | No |
| Dana Baudien Experienced Family Child Care Home | 80033 | 1560324 | 9 | Not listed | Level 2 | No |
| Gina Cieri Large Family Child Care Home | 80033 | 1669201 | 12 | Not listed | Level 2 | No |
| Nadima Rassuli Family Child Care Home | 80033 | 1663251 | 6 | Not listed | Level 1 | No |
| Sonya Thomas Large Family Child Care Home | 80033 | 1690975 | 10 | Not listed | Level 4 | No |
| Virginia Briano Large Family Child Care Home | 80214 | 72857 | 12 | Not listed | Level 1 | No |
Before and after school programs in Wheat Ridge
These programs hold a school-age child care licence and run inside an elementary school or community site. Enrolment is usually through the operator or the school.
| Licensed name | ZIP | Licence | Capacity | Ages | Colorado Shines | Subsidy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Galileo - Wheat Ridge School-Age Child Care Center | 80033 | 1780584 | 60 | school age | Not rated | No |
| City of Wheat Ridge Recreation Center (4005 Kipling St) School-Age Child Care Center | 80033 | 1785308 | 30 | school age | Not rated | No |
| City of Wheat Ridge Recreation Center (4355 Field Street) School-Age Child Care Center | 80033 | 1546821 | 66 | school age | Not rated | No |
| Mindful Moments Aftercare LLC School-Age Child Care Center | 80033 | 1784408 | 40 | school age | Not rated | No |
| Prospect Valley School Age Enrichment School-Age Child Care Center | 80033 | 27718 | 100 | school age | Not rated | No |
| Red Rocks Comm Coll @ Peak Expeditionary School-Age Child Care Center | 80033 | 1798084 | 75 | school age | Not rated | No |
| Space School-Age Child Care Center | 80033 | 1794439 | 25 | school age | Not rated | No |
| YMCA @ Mountain Phoenix School-Age Child Care Center | 80033 | 1776655 | 30 | school age | Not rated | No |
| YMCA of Metro Denver @ Pennington Elementary School-Age Child Care Center | 80033 | 1544192 | 60 | school age | Not rated | No |
Childcare in Wheat Ridge: what to know
How many licensed child care programs are in Wheat Ridge?
Wheat Ridge has 33 licensed programs on the Colorado register: 15 daycare centers, 3 licensed preschools, 6 home daycares and 9 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. 24 of 33 programs in Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge?
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.