Little Feet, Big Steps
SHAWNEE, OK·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1535 N MCKINLEY AVE, SHAWNEE, OK 74801
Phone(405) 878-5820
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM - 5:30PM; Tue 7:00AM - 5:30PM; Wed 7:00AM - 5:30PM; Thu 7:00AM - 5:30PM; Fri 7:00AM - 5:30PM
Capacity125
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/17/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1535 N MCKINLEY AVE, SHAWNEE, OK 74801, SHAWNEE, OK 74801
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/17/2025
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk9/17/2025
Supervision
Program self-reported a child was left outside this morning unsupervised Visit: Other / Partial. Plan to correct: We will review our active supervision policy with all the staff and attend training with DHS Licensor regarding supervision Source: OKDHS Child Care Locator program record.
Corrected at inspection
2024
- Medium risk12/11/2024
Entry Level Child Care Training (ELCCT) or equivalent
One teacher working over three months does not have ELCCT training Visit: Periodic / Full. Plan to correct: I am helping her through how to complete the ELCCT class and will make sure she has it done by the end of the year Source: OKDHS Child Care Locator program record.
Corrected 12/31/2024 - High riskStandard 34011/18/2024
340:110-3-288(a) — General. Discipline and behavior guidance is developmentally appropriate, responsive to the circumstances, constructive, and provides learning opportunities. Personnel do not seek or accept parental permission not complying with requir
Serious: Discipline -- inappropriate discipline Complaint finding: Substantiated (complaint #18262). Plan to correct: If inappropriate discipline is suspected, a member of ADMIN will step in and remove the teacher in question, interview all teaching staff that was present, and review any video footage that is available. We will also notify our Licensing Specialist. Source: OKDHS Child Care Locator program record.
Not corrected - High riskStandard 34011/18/2024
340:110-3-296(e)(3) — Restraints. Restraining children on rest equipment is prohibited.
Serious: Rest time -- forced nap time Complaint finding: Substantiated (complaint #18262). Plan to correct: Met with teachers and stressed the importance of not restraining children during nap time and not forcing children to nap. We have emphasized the need to implement quiet activities for children who do not wish to nap., moving children to an area that is not as disruptive, and calling ADMIN for help. Source: OKDHS Child Care Locator program record.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,200/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Oklahoma run about $869/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Oklahoma by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: SHAWNEE
- Capacity: 125
- Type: Child Care Center
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