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Best Daycare Centers in The Dalles, OR

Compare 8 daycare centers in The Dalles. Average rating: 3.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

The Dalles, Oregon at a glance

Daycares
8
Avg rating
3.5/5
Parent reviews
1
Top rated (4.5+)
0

The Dalles offers 8 licensed daycares, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.5/5.75% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in The Dalles.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in The Dalles

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in The Dalles, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.5avg rating
6 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

The Dalles zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
970587
3.5
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in The Dalles (16–250 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in The Dalles based on parent reviews

Ocdc - West 9th The Dalles

4(1)

1300 West 9th St, The Dalles, OR

Great N Small Child Care

3

1700 E 19th St, The Dalles, OR

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Daycare types in The Dalles

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 2

Daycare Centers in The Dalles, Oregon

There are 8 daycare centers in The Dalles, Oregon. 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 The Dalles have an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.5 stars. Our analysis covers 1 parent reviews.

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

All Daycare Centers in The Dalles

Showing 8 results

Ocdc - West 9th The Dalles
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1300 West 9th St, The Dalles, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Great N Small Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1700 E 19th St, The Dalles, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St Mary'S Peak (Ocdc Summer Program )
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1112 Cherry Heights Rd, The Dalles, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ocdc -Dry Hollow School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1314 E 19th St, The Dalles, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kinder Connections
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3632 W 10th Street, The Dalles, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Wahtonka Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
3601 W 10th St, The Dalles, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St. Mary'S Academy & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1112 Cherry Heights Rd, The Dalles, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Dalles Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1717 W 10th St, The Dalles, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 all daycares in The Dalles, Oregon. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in The Dalles have an average Google rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in The Dalles, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Oregon's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Oregon)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
The Dalles offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Oregon 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 The Dalles for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in The Dalles must be licensed by Oregon'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.