How do I choose the right daycare in Grants Pass?

When choosing a daycare in Grants Pass, 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

What types of daycare are available in Grants Pass?

Grants Pass offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Grants Pass, Oregon (1 Results)

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

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 Grants Pass for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grants Pass

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.

Kids Kastle Day Care & Preschool

4.62 score

4.8(17)

1117 Sw Greenwood Ave, Grants Pass, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

Parents consistently praise Kids Kastle for exceptional care, with Michelle and her team building long-term relationships with families and providing individualized, developmentally appropriate education. Children are well-prepared for kindergarten, happy, and confident. The facility is highly sought after with limited availability.

Caringexperienced staff with high emotional intelligenceindividualized attention to each child's needsage-appropriate curriculum with educational play

Grants Pass Family Ymca- School Aged Program

4.32 score

4.4(20)

1000 Redwood Ave, Grants Pass, OR · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

The Grants Pass Family YMCA receives consistently high ratings for its clean, well-equipped facility, friendly and personalized staff, and diverse programs including swim lessons, sports, and fitness classes. Parents appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, community involvement, and accessibility options like income-based memberships. The facility is praised as a safe, family-oriented place that serves as an important part of the community.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and caring staffpersonalized trainingdiverse programs (swim lessons

Little People'S - Allendale

3.85 score

3.7(5)

2320 Williams Hwy, Grants Pass, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Little People's Daycare receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's care and flexibility. However, one parent raised a safety concern about outdoor air quality practices, and another noted higher pricing. Overall ratings are strong with 4 out of 5 recent reviews being 4-5 stars.

caring and attentive staffflexible schedulingchildren enjoy attendingfamily-friendly environment

Little People'S Ps & Dc

3.85 score

3.7(5)

433 E Park St, Grants Pass, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

Little People's Daycare in Grants Pass receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's care and flexibility. However, one parent raised a safety concern about outdoor play during poor air quality conditions. Most reviews highlight satisfied families who appreciate the facility and would recommend it.

caring and attentive staffflexible schedulingchildren enjoy attendingfamily-friendly environment

Little People'S Lincoln

3.85 score

3.7(5)

1132 Ne 10th Street, Grants Pass, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Little People's Lincoln receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's care and flexibility. However, one parent raised concerns about outdoor air quality management during poor air conditions. Overall ratings are strong with 4 out of 5 recent reviews being 4-5 stars.

caring and attentive staffflexible schedulingchild enjoymentwelcoming environment

Ms Shelley'S Preschool And Afterschool Program

3.79 score

3.7(11)

791 Nw Windsor Dr, Grants Pass, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

MS SHELLEY'S PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the caring staff, creative activities, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported a serious safety incident involving their 2-year-old who sustained multiple injuries with no clear explanation from staff about what occurred.

Caring and compassionate staffclean and organized facilitycreative and educational activitiesgood communication with parents

A Place For Children

2.95 score

2.3(8)

1701 Nebraska Ave, Grants Pass, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 138 children

A Place for Children has mixed reviews with significant concerns outweighing positives. While two parents praised the facilities and staff, eight negative reviews cite billing disputes, inadequate supervision, misrepresented academic programs, staff concerns, and allegations of inappropriate treatment of children.

Clean and organized facilitiessecure premisesdedicated teacher (Sharon) mentioned positively by some

Headstart Programs in Grants Pass, Oregon

There are 1 headstart programs in Grants Pass, Oregon, making up 6% 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.

When choosing a daycare in Grants Pass, 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 1 headstart programs daycares in Grants Pass, Oregon, out of 18 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 Grants Pass, 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

Grants Pass offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Grants Pass for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Grants Pass 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.

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