Child Care & Development is committed to helping children thrive by supporting families and child care providers in our community. We increase access to safe, affordable, and high-quality child care by operating five child development centers and offering essential programs such as Subsidy, Licensing, and Resource & Referral services. Through education, training, and supportive resources, Child Care & Development works to strengthen early learning and promote positive outcomes for children and families.
The Child Care Subsidy program provides financial assistance with child care costs for more than 3,000 children each year. Parents of children from birth to 12 years old may qualify if they are working, attending school, participating in job-training programs, or require protective services.
The Licensing program conducts monitoring visits for more than 500 licensed and relative child care providers to ensure compliance with OHS Child Care Licensing standards. The program contracts with OHS-licensed child care centers, licensed family child care homes, and relative providers to serve Native children.
The Resource and Referral program provides services to promote and improve the quality of child care. The program offers child care providers training and onsite technical assistance, while assisting parents with referrals to quality child care options that match their family’s needs.
Child Care & Development operates five child development centers. The centers are licensed to care for children aged six weeks to 12 years. (School age care varies by location.) Trained staff provide developmentally appropriate experiences in a safe and nurturing environment to support each child’s growth and learning. Families should contact the center directly for information regarding waitlist and enrollment.
Tahlequah Child Development Center16947 Cherokee St. Tahlequah, OK 74464 918-453-5070
Stilwell Child Development Center398 N. 8th St. Stilwell, OK 74960 918-696-3222
Pryor Child Development Center3340 W. 530 Rd. Pryor, OK 74361 918-825-3371
