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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Tahlequah, OK

Compare 12 child daycare & preschools in Tahlequah. Average rating: 4.24/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Tahlequah, Oklahoma at a glance

Programs
12
Avg rating
4.24/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Tahlequah has 12 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.24/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 63% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 74464 with 18 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Tahlequah

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
    Pope'S Lil' Britches Playschool & Daycare
    4.32 score
    4.5(9)

    1110 E Allen Rd, Tahlequah, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Pope's Lil' Britches Playschool & Daycare in Tahlequah receives mostly excellent reviews praising the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental curriculum. However, one critical review alleges abusive treatment of children and an inappropriate statement from ownership, which substantially contradicts the predominantly positive feedback.

    Loving and caring staffsafe and clean facilityage-appropriate developmental curriculum with interactive learning activit
  2. 2
    Lil Blessings Child Care Center
    3.7 score
    3.4(5)

    106 E 5th, Tahlequah, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    Lil Blessings Child Care Center in Tahlequah receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and consistent communication over years of service. However, negative reviews cite poor customer service responsiveness and serious allegations of child abuse involving staff members.

    Caring stafffamily-like environmentgood communication with parentslong-term customer retention

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Tahlequah

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.24avg rating
12 daycares · 8 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
6 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Tahlequah zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7446418
4.24
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Tahlequah (20–135 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

12

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Tahlequah based on parent reviews

Pope'S Lil' Britches Playschool & Daycare

4.5(9)

1110 E Allen Rd, Tahlequah, OK

Pope's Lil' Britches Playschool & Daycare in Tahlequah receives mostly excellent reviews praising the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental curriculum. However, one critical review alleges abusive treatment of children and an inappropriate statement from ownership, which substantially contradicts the predominantly positive feedback.

Loving and caring staffsafe and clean facilityage-appropriate developmental curriculum with interactive learning activit

Sweets Childcare

5(1)

1559 Echota Ave, Tahlequah, OK

One parent expresses strong enthusiasm for the staff at SWEETS CHILDCARE, describing them with high praise. No specific operational details or complaints are provided in the single available review.

Staff quality

Cn Children'S Village

5(1)

16944 Cherokee St, Tahlequah, OK

One parent confirms their daughter attends the center. The single review provided offers a positive rating without detailing specific aspects of the care or facility.

Parent satisfaction

Creative Care Daycare

5(1)

216 E First St, Tahlequah, OK

Stepping Stones Academy

4(2)

1400 Hensley Drive, Tahlequah, OK

Tahlequah Early Learning Academy

5

351 Academy, Tahlequah, OK

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Daycare types in Tahlequah

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Headstart Programs 6

Child Daycare & Preschools in Tahlequah, Oklahoma

There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, making up 67% of the 18 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Tahlequah have an average rating of 4.24 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 63% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.24 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Tahlequah

Showing 12 results

Sweets Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent expresses strong enthusiasm for the staff at SWEETS CHILDCARE, describing them with high praise. No specific operational details or complaints are provided in the single available review.

Staff quality
Address
1559 Echota Ave, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 458-1788
Cn Children'S Village
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent confirms their daughter attends the center. The single review provided offers a positive rating without detailing specific aspects of the care or facility.

Parent satisfaction
Address
16944 Cherokee St, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 458-4393
Tahlequah Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
351 Academy, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 431-0550
Creative Care Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
216 E First St, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 708-9835
Pope'S Lil' Britches Playschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Pope's Lil' Britches Playschool & Daycare in Tahlequah receives mostly excellent reviews praising the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental curriculum. However, one critical review alleges abusive treatment of children and an inappropriate statement from ownership, which substantially contradicts the predominantly positive feedback.

Loving and caring staffsafe and clean facilityage-appropriate developmental curriculum with interactive learning activit
Address
1110 E Allen Rd, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 231-6745
Stepping Stones Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1400 Hensley Drive, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 931-1871
Lil Blessings Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Lil Blessings Child Care Center in Tahlequah receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and consistent communication over years of service. However, negative reviews cite poor customer service responsiveness and serious allegations of child abuse involving staff members.

Caring stafffamily-like environmentgood communication with parents
Address
106 E 5th, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 453-1121
A Bright Start Development Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
2
Address
509 S Muskogee Ave, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 207-5834
Gingerbread House
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
701 South Campbell, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 207-0117
Cherokee Nation Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent describes the Cherokee Nation CDC as a clean and well-organized facility with friendly staff. They noted being pleased with the interactions observed between teachers and students during a classroom visit.

clean facilitywell laid outfriendly staff
Address
16947 W Cherokee, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 458-4404
Pitter Patter Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1100 W Fox St, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 456-9201
Henry Lee Doublehead Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
18771 W Keetoowah Cir, Tahlequah, OK
Phone
(918) 871-2799

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Frequently asked questions

There are 12 child daycare & preschools daycares in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, out of 18 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Tahlequah have an average Google rating of 4.24 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 63% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Tahlequah, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Oklahoma's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Oklahoma)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Tahlequah offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 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 Oklahoma 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 Tahlequah for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Tahlequah must be licensed by Oklahoma'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.