Licensed Daycare in Bartlesville, Oklahoma
4 licensed daycares in Bartlesville, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Oklahoma licensing records.
Bartlesville listings updated May 2026 from official Oklahoma records.
Daycare in Bartlesville: what parents should know
There are 4 licensed childcare providers on record in Bartlesville, with Preschool the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Oklahoma license at indexing time, sourced from Oklahoma DHS — Child Care Services.
For age coverage, 2 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 2 are Head Start programs, free for income-eligible families.
Licensed care in Bartlesville spans 2+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute.
Combined, Bartlesville's licensed centers hold about 282 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Bartlesville childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Bartlesville
ChildCare Aware reports the Oklahoma average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Bartlesville 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 overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Oklahoma DHS — Child Care Services
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:8
- Preschool ratio
- 1:12
- Avg capacity
- 70 kids
Program types in Bartlesville
Largest licensed centers in Bartlesville
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Bartlesville licensed centers
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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
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Where to get childcare help in Bartlesville
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programOklahoma Child Care Subsidy Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(405) 521-3561 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Oklahoma DHS — Child Care Services.
Official license searchChildcare resources for Bartlesville
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Bartlesville, Oklahoma are compiled from official Oklahoma DHS — Child Care Services licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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