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Licensed Daycare in Meridian, Oklahoma

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

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 Meridian 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 Meridian typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Meridian?

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 .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Oklahoma avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Meridian

ChildCare Aware reports the Oklahoma average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Meridian 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: 59 kids

ZIP codes covered

73058 3

Program types in Meridian

Before & After School Care

3 centers

All Meridian licensed centers

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E Before/After School

Edmond Sunflower Daycare #24

Meridian

School Age (5+) Cap 54

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Stillwater #140

Meridian

School Age (5+) Cap 62

O Before/After School

Oklahoma City Little Scholars #190

Meridian

School Age (5+) Cap 63

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Meridian, Oklahoma?

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

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 Meridian 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 Meridian typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Meridian?

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 Meridian 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.