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Licensed Daycare in Portland, Oregon

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Portland, Oregon?

Our directory lists 130 licensed childcare centers in Portland, 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.

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

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 Portland 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 Portland typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Portland?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

130

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Oregon avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Portland

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 Portland 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: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

97201 10 97233 9 97216 9 97214 9 97266 8 97236 8 97202 8 97218 7

Program types in Portland

Preschool Program

18 centers

Before & After School Care

18 centers

Montessori School

17 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

17 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

15 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

15 centers

All Portland licensed centers

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B Group Care

Beaverton Learning Center #85

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 46

E Group Care

Eugene Creative Kids #95

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 84

E Group Care

Eugene Generations Daycare #111

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 119

G Group Care

Growing Minds Springfield #67

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 96

H Group Care

Happy Days Eugene Daycare #87

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 47

K Group Care

Kids R Us Beaverton #69

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 112

K Group Care

Kids R Us Portland #129

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 93

N Group Care

Nurturing Hearts Beaverton #77

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 20

P Group Care

Portland ABC Childcare #113

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 114

P Group Care

Portland Discovery Preschool #121

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 72

S Group Care

Springfield Generations Daycare #51

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 69

S Group Care

Springfield Panda Kids Academy #43

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 53

T Group Care

Tigard Learning Center #25

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 75

T Group Care

Tigard Primrose School #41

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 110

T Group Care

Tiny Tots of Tigard #33

Portland

School Age (5+) Cap 81

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Portland, Oregon?

Our directory lists 130 licensed childcare centers in Portland, 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 Portland?

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 Portland 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 Portland typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Portland?

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 Portland 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.