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Licensed Daycare in Lostine, Oregon

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

Statewide averages in Oregon run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1080/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 Lostine daycares?

All licensed Oregon centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Lostine typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Lostine?

Oregon families can apply for Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) (intake: (800) 699-9074). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Oregon avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Lostine

ChildCare Aware reports the Oregon average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Lostine 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. Oregon families may also qualify for Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) (intake: (800) 699-9074).

Full Oregon licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC)
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

97857 4

Program types in Lostine

Licensed Child Care Center

2 centers

Head Start Center

2 centers

All Lostine licensed centers

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A Head Start

Albany Discovery Preschool #25

Lostine

2 years - 12 years Cap 44

H Head Start

Hillsboro Little Stars Daycare #69

Lostine

2 years - 12 years Cap 92

M Licensed Center

Medford ABC Childcare #47

Lostine

Infants & Toddlers Cap 43

S Licensed Center

Salem Little Angels #91

Lostine

Infants & Toddlers Cap 95

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Lostine, Oregon?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Lostine, Oregon, sourced from Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC). 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 Lostine?

Statewide averages in Oregon run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1080/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 Lostine daycares?

All licensed Oregon centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Lostine typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Lostine?

Oregon families can apply for Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) (intake: (800) 699-9074). 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 Lostine daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.