How do I choose the right daycare in Oklahoma City?

When choosing a daycare in Oklahoma City, 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

What types of daycare are available in Oklahoma City?

Oklahoma City offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 201 facilities Headstart Programs — 13 facilities Church Daycare — 10 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 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.

Headstart Programs in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (13 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Oklahoma?

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 Oklahoma City for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oklahoma City

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.

Tender Childcare LLC

4.77 score

5(17)

8116 N Western, Oklahoma City, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Parents consistently praise Tender Childcare LLC for its exceptional cleanliness, beautiful and well-organized facilities, and caring staff led by director Rochelle. Children show strong development and learning outcomes while parents appreciate the excellent communication, welcoming atmosphere, and special events. The facility is highly recommended by multiple families who have used the center.

Clean and well-maintained facilitybeautiful interior and exterior designcaring and patient staffstrong parent communication

The Launching Pad

4.72 score

5(13)

6101 Sw 66th St, Oklahoma City, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

The Launching Pad receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, stable staff and child-centered approach to development. Parents highlight the low teacher turnover, open communication, and personalized attention given to children across multiple age groups. The facility is described as a welcoming, safe environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Caring and attentive stafflow staff turnoverstrong leadership and director involvementregular photo and activity updates

Shartel Church Of God

4.72 score

4.9(20)

11600 S. Western Ave., Oklahoma City, OK · Church Daycare · Capacity: 70 children

Shartel Church of God is a religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming and friendly atmosphere, quality of worship services, and various community events. The facility is noted for its clean, well-appointed space and accommodating leadership.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilityengaging worship services with relatable messagesquality music programs

Primrose School Of Nw Okc

4.72 score

4.9(20)

6101 Nw 139th St, Oklahoma City, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 202 children

Primrose School of NW OKC receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong leadership under Ms. A, and high-quality curriculum. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with staff treating children as family members. Multiple families have remained enrolled for several years and some have even driven significant distances to continue attendance.

Loving and caring staffpersonal attention to each childstrong leadershipclean facilities

First Christian Presch Mdo

4.67 score

5(10)

3700 N. Walker, Oklahoma City, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 77 children

Reviews praise First Christian Preschool MDO for being welcoming and community-oriented. Parents highlight the church's commitment to serving the community through free breakfast programs, sack lunches, and community events. The facility is described as a non-judgmental, friendly environment.

Welcoming and friendly stafffree breakfast programcommunity involvementnon-judgmental atmosphere

Warm World School

4.64 score

4.8(20)

14343 N Macarthur, Oklahoma City, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children

The reviews provided are for Church of the Servant, a religious institution, not for Warm World School daycare. The reviews cannot be used to evaluate the daycare's quality, services, or parent satisfaction.

Unable to assess - reviews are for wrong facility

Special Care INC.

4.64 score

4.8(20)

12201 N. Western, Oklahoma City, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 184 children

Special Care Inc. is a specialized daycare center in Oklahoma City that focuses on caring for children with special needs and behavioral challenges. Parents consistently praise the staff's expertise, compassion, and commitment to individualized support. The facility is described as clean, inclusive, and dedicated to improving children's quality of life while providing emotional and financial support to families.

Specialized ABA carestaff expertise and trainingindividualized attentioninclusive environment for children with special needs

Reaching Our City INC

4.64 score

4.8(20)

7710 Nw 10th St., Oklahoma City, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children

Reviews praise the organization for caring staff, safe environment, and helpful service. Visitors highlight the food pantry's efficiency, variety of resources, and welcoming treatment of clients. Staff are noted for pulling together during busy periods and treating everyone with respect and dignity.

caring and kind staffsafe environmentefficient servicefood variety

Gan Israel Early Learning Center

4.64 score

4.8(20)

3000 W. Hefner Rd., Oklahoma City, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Gan Israel Early Learning Center receives perfect ratings from reviewers who praise its welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Parents highlight the quality of education, caring staff, and engaging Jewish cultural events and services. Visitors consistently commend the hospitality, spiritual leadership, and sense of community regardless of religious background.

Welcoming and inclusive communityquality educationcaring staffnon-judgmental atmosphere

St. Jude'S Dynamic Kidz Child Development

4.62 score

4.9(11)

1001 Nw 92nd St, Oklahoma City, OK · Church Daycare · Capacity: 45 children

St. Jude's Dynamic Kidz receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, loving staff who create a family-like environment where children feel safe, happy, and engaged in learning. Families report significant developmental progress and appreciate the center's communication and willingness to work with parents on challenges like potty training.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like environmentchildren feel safe and happystrong developmental learning outcomes

Headstart Programs in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

There are 13 headstart programs in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, making up 6% of the 226 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 13 headstart programs daycares in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, out of 226 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Oklahoma City, 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

Oklahoma City offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 201 facilities
Headstart Programs — 13 facilities
Church Daycare — 10 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 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 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 Oklahoma City for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Oklahoma City 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.

13 Headstart Programs in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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