Licensed Daycare in Westlake, Oregon

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

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 Westlake 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 Westlake typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Westlake?

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 .

4 licensed daycares in Westlake, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Oregon licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Oregon avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Westlake

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 Westlake 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

97493 4

Program types in Westlake

Licensed Group Child Care Home

2 centers

Infant Care

2 centers

All Westlake licensed centers

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A Infant Care

Active Kids Portland #269

Westlake

Preschool (2-5) Cap 20

H Infant Care

Happy Days Bend Daycare #75

Westlake

Preschool (2-5) Cap 82

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

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Westlake, Oregon?

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

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 Westlake 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 Westlake typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Westlake?

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 Westlake 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.