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Licensed Daycare in Ada, Oklahoma

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Ada?

Statewide averages in Oklahoma run roughly $820/month for infants and $660/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: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Ada daycares?

All licensed Oklahoma centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Ada typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Ada?

Oklahoma families can apply for Oklahoma Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (405) 521-3561). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Oklahoma avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Ada

ChildCare Aware reports the Oklahoma average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Ada 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. Oklahoma families may also qualify for Oklahoma Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (405) 521-3561).

Full Oklahoma licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Oklahoma DHS — Child Care Services
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 53 kids

ZIP codes covered

74820 5

Program types in Ada

Head Start Center

3 centers

All Ada licensed centers

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K Head Start

Kids R Us Lawton #36

Ada

2 years - 12 years Cap 33

N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Stillwater #11

Ada

2 years - 12 years Cap 22

O Head Start

Oklahoma City Discovery Preschool #61

Ada

2 years - 12 years Cap 106

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Ada, Oklahoma?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Ada, Oklahoma, sourced from Oklahoma DHS — Child Care Services. 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 Ada?

Statewide averages in Oklahoma run roughly $820/month for infants and $660/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 Ada daycares?

All licensed Oklahoma centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Ada typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Ada?

Oklahoma families can apply for Oklahoma Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (405) 521-3561). 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 Ada daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Oklahoma DHS — Child Care Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.