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Search 1,950 verified daycare and childcare centers across Oregon, sourced directly from Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) . Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.

1,950
Licensed Centers
$1,380/mo
Avg Infant Care
$1,080/mo
Avg Preschool
1:4
Infant Ratio

Oregon Childcare Licensing

In Oregon, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC). Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.

Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:4 for infants under 12 months, 1:5 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:10 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.

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Quick licensing facts

Regulator
Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC)
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:5
Preschool ratio
1:10
Avg infant cost
$1,380/mo
Avg preschool cost
$1,080/mo

Top Cities for Daycare in Oregon

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Portland
163 centers
Salem
39 centers
Eugene
31 centers
North Bend
24 centers
Corvallis
21 centers
Bend
17 centers
Hillsboro
15 centers
Springfield
13 centers
Cottage Grove
12 centers
Redmond
11 centers
Oregon City
11 centers
Gresham
11 centers
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Oregon Childcare Subsidies & Tax Credits

Oregon families can apply for Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) based on income and work/school status. Federal programs — the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap), and Head Start — stack on top of state assistance.

Local intake line: (800) 699-9074

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Program Types in Oregon

Preschool Program
244 centers
Montessori School
244 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
244 centers
Infant & Toddler Center
244 centers
Head Start Center
244 centers
Before & After School Care
244 centers

Recently Verified Centers

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P Group Care

Portland Precious Moments

Zcta 979xx

School Age (5+) Cap 116
P Preschool

Portland Golden Gate Daycare #2

Preschool (2-5) Cap 119
K Head Start

Kids R Us Portland #3

Antelope

2 years - 12 years Cap 31
P Before/After School

Portland Learning Tree #4

Aurora

School Age (5+) Cap 48
J Infant Care

Jumping Jacks Portland #5

Beavercreek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 34
P Montessori

Portland Sunflower Daycare #6

Beaverton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 85
P Licensed Center

Portland Panda Kids Academy #7

Aloha

Infants & Toddlers Cap 54
P Family Daycare

Portland Wonder Years #8

Aloha

School Age (5+) Cap 66
L Group Care

Little Genius Portland #9

Zcta 97008

School Age (5+) Cap 60
P Preschool

Portland Cloud Nine Kids #10

Boring

Preschool (2-5) Cap 116
N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Portland #11

Brightwood

2 years - 12 years Cap 68
P Before/After School

Portland Smart Start Academy #12

Canby

School Age (5+) Cap 38

Daycare in Oregon — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know a daycare in Oregon is licensed?
Every center listed here is verified against the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) database. Look for the 'Licensed' badge on each profile. You can also confirm directly via the agency's lookup tool at https://oregonearlylearning.com/find-child-care/.
What is the staff-to-child ratio in Oregon?
State minimums in Oregon are roughly 1:4 infants, 1:5 toddlers, and 1:10 preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below these ceilings.
How much does daycare cost in Oregon?
Full-time infant care averages about $1380/month; preschool runs around $1080/month. Costs vary by city — large metros like Oregon trend higher than rural areas.
Are subsidies available for childcare in Oregon?
Yes. The primary state program is Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC), reachable at (800) 699-9074. Federal options like Head Start, the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, and Dependent Care FSA also apply. See our subsidies guide for eligibility rules.
How do I report unsafe conditions at a Oregon daycare?
File a complaint with the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) via their website. Inspections are public record; severe violations result in license suspension.

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