In the information provided on this page is a basic outline of Oklahoma Child Care requirements that pertain to the design and construction of Child Care Facilities in the State of Oklahoma. This information is a brief synopsis and does not include all of the detailed requirements needed to satisfy the governing authorities for Child Care Licensing, Building Code, Fire Code, Accessibility, or local Zoning. These guidelines are for general information and planning purposes. Contact the governing authority directly or engage a Licensed Architect to complete a full analysis of your school location.
OKLAHOMA Child Care Licensing Requirements
Child Care license obtained from:
Oklahoma Department of Human Services Early Childhood Services
Sequoyah Memorial Office Building, P.O. Box 25352, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0352
http://www.okdhs.org/OKDHS%20Publication%20Library/14-05.pdf
(405) 521-3561
License renewal is not required.
Indoor Space Requirements: 40 sf per child
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0-12 Mos. |
12- 23 Mos. |
2 Years |
3 Years |
4-5 Years |
6+ Years |
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Required Teacher: Child Ratio |
1:4 |
1:6 |
1:8 |
1:12 |
1:15 |
1:20 |
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Required Max. Group Size |
8 |
12 |
16 |
24 |
30 |
40 |
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Recommended Classroom Capacity |
8 |
12 |
16 |
24 |
30 |
40 |
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Recommended Staff per Classroom |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
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Recommended Min. Classroom Area |
320 sf. |
480 sf. |
640 sf. |
960 sf. |
1200 sf. |
1600 sf. |
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Outdoor Space Requirements: 75 sf per child
- Gates to the outside play area is kept closed while the children are outside.
- Outdoor space is surrounded by a fence at least 4 feet high and has at least one emergency exit.
- The fence; begins at ground level, is at least 48 inches high and is maintained in stable, secure, uprights and good conditions.
- Playspace is situated to; permit children to reach safely, provide a shaded area during scheduled outdoor playtimes, and allow supervision of areas where children cannot be easily seen.
Building Code Requirements
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CHILD FIXTURES |
ADULT FIXTURES |
DRINKING FOUNTAINS |
MOP SINK |
BATH TUB/ SHOWER |
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1: 15 |
1:50 |
1:100 |
1 |
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Fire Code Requirements
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3 |
Rooms where 3 years old’s are have an operable sink with hot and cold water, soap, and individual use towels. |
0.06 |
A Paint that contains lead more than 0.06% is not used on the surfaces where the children have activities. |
2 |
I Barriers on porches, elevated walkways, and elevated play areas have to be more than 2 feet tall. |
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Did you know . . .
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Children are not given bottles in cribs or moving swings due to increased risk of choking ear infections, and tooth decay. |
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Ongoing approvals by fire and health are required every two years. |
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Children under two are not allowed to be given candies, gum, marshmallows, raw carrots, raw peas, whole grapes, nuts, seeds, popcorn, or chips as these my cause choking. |
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Research completed by Calbert Design Group, LLC. Updated 2019