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Licensed Daycare in Oil City, Louisiana

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Oil City?

Statewide averages in Louisiana run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Oil City?

Louisiana families can apply for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (225) 342-3947). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

Louisiana avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Oil City

ChildCare Aware reports the Louisiana average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Oil City vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Louisiana families may also qualify for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (225) 342-3947).

Full Louisiana licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:14
Avg capacity: 78 kids

ZIP codes covered

71061 4

Program types in Oil City

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Oil City licensed centers

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A Infant Care

Alexandria Precious Moments #157

Oil City

Preschool (2-5) Cap 103

J Licensed Center

Jumping Jacks Kenner #89

Oil City

Infants & Toddlers Cap 25

L Group Care

Little Genius Metairie #21

Oil City

School Age (5+) Cap 71

N Head Start

New Orleans Little Angels #111

Oil City

2 years - 12 years Cap 113

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Oil City, Louisiana?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Oil City, Louisiana, sourced from Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Oil City?

Statewide averages in Louisiana run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Oil City daycares?

All licensed Louisiana centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:14 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Oil City typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Oil City?

Louisiana families can apply for Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (225) 342-3947). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Oil City daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Louisiana Department of Education — Licensing Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.