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Licensed Daycare in Tulsa, Oklahoma

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

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 Tulsa 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 Tulsa typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Tulsa?

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 .

56 licensed daycares in Tulsa, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Oklahoma licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Oklahoma avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Tulsa

ChildCare Aware reports the Oklahoma average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Tulsa 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: 61 kids

ZIP codes covered

74146 78 74103 6 74110 5 74145 4 74135 3 74133 3 74119 3 3

Program types in Tulsa

Preschool

8 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Tulsa licensed centers

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L Montessori

Little Hearts Midwest City #96

Tulsa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 46

L Montessori

Little Hearts Norman #129

Tulsa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 104

M Montessori

Midwest City Children's Place #104

Tulsa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 56

M Montessori

Midwest City Little Scholars #112

Tulsa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 93

N Montessori

Norman Children's Place #137

Tulsa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 68

N Montessori

Norman KinderSmile #121

Tulsa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 99

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Tulsa, Oklahoma?

Our directory lists 56 licensed childcare centers in Tulsa, 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 Tulsa?

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 Tulsa 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 Tulsa typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tulsa?

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 Tulsa 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.