Licensed Daycare in Indianola, Oklahoma

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

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 Indianola 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 Indianola typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Indianola?

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 .

2 licensed daycares in Indianola, 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 Indianola

ChildCare Aware reports the Oklahoma average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Indianola 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: 33 kids

ZIP codes covered

74442 2

Program types in Indianola

Montessori

2 centers

All Indianola licensed centers

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B Montessori

Broken Arrow Learning Tree #52

Indianola

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 24

E Montessori

Enid Smart Start Academy #27

Indianola

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 43

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Indianola, Oklahoma?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Indianola, 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 Indianola?

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 Indianola 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 Indianola typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Indianola?

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 Indianola 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.