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Licensed Daycare in Oregon

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

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S Infant Care

Salem Precious Moments #121

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Preschool (2-5) Cap 85
S Montessori

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Jordan Valley

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 108
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Kids R Us Salem #123

Juntura

Infants & Toddlers Cap 89
S Family Daycare

Salem Learning Tree #124

Nyssa

School Age (5+) Cap 30
J Group Care

Jumping Jacks Salem #125

Ontario

School Age (5+) Cap 91
S Preschool

Salem Sunflower Daycare #126

Vale

Preschool (2-5) Cap 110
S Head Start

Salem Panda Kids Academy #127

Westfall

2 years - 12 years Cap 44
S Before/After School

Salem Wonder Years #128

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School Age (5+) Cap 17
L Infant Care

Little Genius Salem #129

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Preschool (2-5) Cap 65
S Montessori

Salem Cloud Nine Kids #130

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 54
N Licensed Center

Nurturing Hearts Salem #131

Antelope

Infants & Toddlers Cap 67
S Family Daycare

Salem Smart Start Academy #132

Aurora

School Age (5+) Cap 48

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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