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Best Daycare Centers in Oakes, ND

Compare 2 daycare centers in Oakes. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Oakes, North Dakota at a glance

Daycares
2
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Oakes offers 2 licensed daycares, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.7/5.50% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Oakes.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oakes

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Ocn Bright Beginnings
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    517 Main Ave, Oakes, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 49 children

    OCN Bright Beginnings receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and skilled staff leadership, high-quality curriculum, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to thrive in a safe, clean, well-organized environment that balances learning with creative play.

    Caring and dedicated staffskilled leadershipdevelopmentally appropriate curriculumengaging activities and projects

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Oakes

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Oakes, based on parent reviews

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Oakes (18–49 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare Centers in Oakes, North Dakota

There are 2 daycare centers in Oakes, North Dakota. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Oakes have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Oakes, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 all daycares in Oakes, North Dakota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Oakes have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Oakes, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with North Dakota's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Dakota)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Oakes offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in North Dakota typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Oakes for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Oakes must be licensed by North Dakota's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.