As a reminder, all of DCFS child care facility licensing functions transferred to the Louisiana Department of Education (LDE) on October 1, 2014. This is in conjunction with Act 868 of the 2014 Legislative session. Child Care center information located here is current through September 30, 2014.
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The posted information is provided by law R.S. 46:1426 to serve as a source of official information. Although DCFS, Licensing attempts to ensure the accuracy of the information listed, the official records are those in the offices of Licensing. Licensing makes no warranty, either express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of the data. Centers in pending status are not listed, and recent changes in a center's status may not be posted immediately. Persons wishing current, official information may contact Licensing directly at (225) 342-9905. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday (excluding legal holidays).
This website displays all current facilities licensed by the Department of Children and Family Services, Licensing Section. If you are unable to locate a facility on this website that you have seen to be in operation, please contact the Licensing Section at (225) 342-4350 as the facility may be in operation in violation of the law. Child Day Care Center information is current through September 30, 2014. You may contact the Licensing Section of the Department of Education at 225-342-9905 for current Day Care Center information.
