Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Tulsa, OK
Compare 125 child daycare & preschools in Tulsa. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Tulsa, Oklahoma at a glance
- Programs
- 125
- Avg rating
- 4.2/5
- Parent reviews
- 961
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 34
Tulsa has 125 licensed child daycare & preschools with 961 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.34 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 39% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 74136 (avg 4.79 stars), while 74133 has the largest selection (21 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Tulsa
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.
- 1Ave Maria Child Development Center4.8 score5(20)
6161 S Yale, Tulsa, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 140 children
Ave Maria Child Development Center in Tulsa receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and clean facilities. Parents highlight that children are engaged, happy, and developing well both educationally and socially. The center is noted for its communication app, flexible hours, and low staff turnover.
Friendly and caring staffclean facilitiesdaily updates via app with photoslow staff turnover - 2Ave Maria Child Development Preschool Program4.8 score5(20)
5710 E 61st, Tulsa, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
Ave Maria Child Development Preschool Program in Tulsa receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum, and communication through daily updates via app. Children are reported to be happy and excited to attend.
Friendly and caring staffclean facilitiesdaily communication app with photos and activity updateslow staff turnover - 3The Little Light House4.74 score5(14)
5120 E 36 St, Tulsa, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children
The Little Light House is a highly specialized, tuition-free center for children with special needs from birth through pre-school years. Parents consistently praise the dedicated, caring staff and comprehensive developmental therapy services offered to both children and families. The facility is recognized as exceptional for special needs education and support.
Dedicated and loving staffcomprehensive developmental therapy servicestuition-freeaccepts children with special needs - 4Sjmc Chapman Clc4.72 score4.9(20)
1710 E 17 St, Tulsa, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 312 children
SJMC CHAPMAN CLC receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, safety, and ability to support children's development and transitions. Multiple families report their children are happy, well-prepared for school, and feel loved at the center.
Warm and caring staff with low turnoverplay-based and well-planned curriculumexcellent daily comm - 5Bethany Community School4.72 score4.9(20)
6730 S Sheridan, Tulsa, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
Parents consistently praise Bethany Community School as a nurturing, warm, and welcoming environment where children thrive socially and academically. The facility is noted for its excellent outdoor play areas, dedicated staff, play-based learning approach, and strong parent-teacher communication. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment and high satisfaction with the individualized attention their children receive.
Dedicated and caring teachersplay-based learning approachexcellent outdoor facilities with mature trees and shaded areassmall class sizes - 6Primrose Of South Tulsa4.72 score4.9(20)
10185 S. 85th E. Ave, Tulsa, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children
Parents consistently praise Primrose of South Tulsa for its warm, caring environment and engaged staff who know children by name and genuinely invest in their growth. Children are excited to attend daily, and parents appreciate the excellent communication, small class sizes, balanced curriculum, and sense of security. Multiple families have been enrolled for 1-2+ years and express high satisfaction.
Caring and professional staffsmall classroom sizesexcellent pare - 7Playtime (+)4.64 score4.8(20)
7917 E 51st St, Tulsa, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Parents consistently praise PLAYTIME (The Hangout) for its caring and patient staff, clean facility, and affordable rates. Children show significant emotional growth and excitement about attending, with parents noting they feel comfortable and at ease leaving their children in their care. The center is particularly commended for accommodating children with special needs and behavioral challenges.
Caring and patient staffclean facilityaffordable ratesexcellent communication with parents - 8Lcsi-Discovery School4.59 score4.8(14)
4821 S. 72nd E. Ave, Tulsa, OK · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children
This facility appears to be a senior center rather than a daycare, with all reviewers praising the welcoming environment, diverse activities, and friendly staff. Members consistently highlight the social opportunities and variety of programming available.
Wide range of activities (pickleballline dancingguitar lessonstextile arts - 9Csjcc - Camp Shalom4.56 score4.7(20)
2021 E 71 St, Tulsa, OK · Church Daycare · Capacity: 120 children
CSJCC Camp Shalom receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviewers highlight excellent staff, well-maintained facilities, and diverse programming including fitness classes, aquatics, sports, arts, and cultural exhibits. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and a valued community resource for families and members of all ages.
Friendly and accommodating staffexcellent counselorsdiverse weekly programminghigh-quality fitness equipment - 10Ablaze Christian Academy4.55 score5(6)
4901 S 177th E Ave., Tulsa, OK · Church Daycare · Capacity: 105 children
ABLAZE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, hands-on management, and safe learning environment. Parents highlight excellent communication, professional service, and fresh, open classrooms. The facility is highly recommended by families who have used their services.
caring and professional staffgreat communicationhands-on and involved directorsafe environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 87 daycares with Google ratings in Tulsa
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 961 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Tulsa, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Tulsa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74136 | 12 | 4.79 | 6 | |
| 74104 | 8 | 4.67 | 3 | |
| 74133 | 21 | 4.6 | 5 | |
| 74134 | 6 | 4.34 | 2 | |
| 74146 | 6 | 4.13 | 1 | |
| 74106 | 11 | 4.1 | 3 | |
| 74129 | 9 | 4.09 | 2 | |
| 74145 | 5 | 4.08 | 2 | |
| 74110 | 9 | 4.05 | 0 | |
| 74135 | 7 | 3.95 | 1 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Tulsa (10–439 children)
Small
up to 30 children
26
Medium
31–75 children
42
Large
76–150 children
64
Very Large
150+ children
23
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Tulsa based on parent reviews
Ave Maria Child Development Center
6161 S Yale, Tulsa, OK
Ave Maria Child Development Center in Tulsa receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and clean facilities. Parents highlight that children are engaged, happy, and developing well both educationally and socially. The center is noted for its communication app, flexible hours, and low staff turnover.
Ave Maria Child Development Preschool Program
5710 E 61st, Tulsa, OK
Ave Maria Child Development Preschool Program in Tulsa receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum, and communication through daily updates via app. Children are reported to be happy and excited to attend.
The Little Light House
5120 E 36 St, Tulsa, OK
The Little Light House is a highly specialized, tuition-free center for children with special needs from birth through pre-school years. Parents consistently praise the dedicated, caring staff and comprehensive developmental therapy services offered to both children and families. The facility is recognized as exceptional for special needs education and support.
Sjmc Chapman Clc
1710 E 17 St, Tulsa, OK
SJMC CHAPMAN CLC receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, safety, and ability to support children's development and transitions. Multiple families report their children are happy, well-prepared for school, and feel loved at the center.
Bethany Community School
6730 S Sheridan, Tulsa, OK
Parents consistently praise Bethany Community School as a nurturing, warm, and welcoming environment where children thrive socially and academically. The facility is noted for its excellent outdoor play areas, dedicated staff, play-based learning approach, and strong parent-teacher communication. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment and high satisfaction with the individualized attention their children receive.
Primrose Of South Tulsa
10185 S. 85th E. Ave, Tulsa, OK
Parents consistently praise Primrose of South Tulsa for its warm, caring environment and engaged staff who know children by name and genuinely invest in their growth. Children are excited to attend daily, and parents appreciate the excellent communication, small class sizes, balanced curriculum, and sense of security. Multiple families have been enrolled for 1-2+ years and express high satisfaction.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tulsa offers a diverse landscape of childcare options, ranging from large centers to intimate home-based programs, ensuring there is a fit for various family needs. Parents consistently highlight clean, safe, and welcoming environments as the most important factors when evaluating these facilities. For those seeking highly rated options, the 74136 zip code stands out as a neighborhood with exceptional average scores across its eight facilities.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Tulsa have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 87 rated facilities, with 39% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.61 stars. Our analysis covers 961 parent reviews. Parents in Tulsa most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and welcoming environment.
When choosing a daycare in Tulsa, 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 Tulsa
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Parents consistently praise Tulsa Educare III-MacArthur for its genuinely caring staff, strong teacher-parent communication, and individualized attention to each child's development. The facility is noted for going above and beyond in supporting both children and families, including accommodations for nursing mothers and comprehensive support services like family advocates and mental health specialists.
- Address
- 2190 S 67th E Ave, Tulsa, OK
- Phone
- (539) 832-8200
- Address
- 1423 S Garnett, Tulsa, OK
- Phone
- (918) 437-3113
- Address
- 6311 E Tecumseh, Tulsa, OK
- Phone
- (918) 836-9464
- Address
- 2607 E. Pine St, Tulsa, OK
- Phone
- (918) 295-5823
- Address
- 1719 S.Owasso, Tulsa, OK
- Phone
- (918) 585-5437
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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