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Licensed Daycare in Selma, Oregon

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

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 Selma 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 Selma typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Selma?

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.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Oregon avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Selma

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 Selma 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: 62 kids

ZIP codes covered

97538 4

Program types in Selma

All Selma licensed centers

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A Montessori

ABC Academy Portland #294

Selma

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 60

B Montessori

Bend KinderSmile #100

Selma

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 86

G Preschool

Gresham Wonder Years #122

Selma

Preschool (2-5) Cap 71

L Preschool

Little Hearts Corvallis #78

Selma

Preschool (2-5) Cap 32

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Selma, Oregon?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Selma, 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 Selma?

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 Selma 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 Selma typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Selma?

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 Selma 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.