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Licensed Daycare in Spencer, Oklahoma

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

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 Spencer 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 Spencer typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Spencer?

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 .

3 licensed daycares in Spencer, 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 Spencer

ChildCare Aware reports the Oklahoma average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Spencer 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: 74 kids

ZIP codes covered

73084 3

Program types in Spencer

Licensed Group Child Care Home

3 centers

All Spencer licensed centers

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M Group Care

Muskogee Primrose School #20

Spencer

School Age (5+) Cap 25

O Group Care

Oklahoma City Learning Center #211

Spencer

School Age (5+) Cap 119

T Group Care

Tiny Tots of Edmond #45

Spencer

School Age (5+) Cap 79

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Spencer, Oklahoma?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Spencer, 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 Spencer?

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 Spencer 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 Spencer typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Spencer?

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 Spencer 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.