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First Methodist Church Preschool

501 West Main, Ardmore, OK 73401
licensed capacity
180
open each week
5 days
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About First Methodist Church Preschool

First Methodist Church Preschool is a licensed child care center in Ardmore, Oklahoma. It is licensed by the state, for up to 180 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM.

Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageFaith-based

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:30 AM to 5:15 PM
Licensed capacity
180 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 5:15 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:15 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:15 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:15 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:15 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity180 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

First Methodist Church Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for First Methodist Church Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
180 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#K830020446
See the state's record

Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 12 visits · 10 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Other rules 1

For comparison: 76% of Oklahoma daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jul 8, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed current director does not have a current Oklahoma Director's Credential. Director assumed the position 01/01/2026.”
    • Background checks

      Rule not named in the record

      “CCS personnel observed 2 staff members with incomplete/closed background checks.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed staff members with expired PDL's. Hire date 05/28/25 PDL unable to verify, staff member is locked out of CECPD. Hire date 12/17/22 PDL expiration date 04/27/26. Hire date 01/23/25 PDL expiration date 02/24/26. Hire date 02/28/25 PDL expiration date 04/24/26. Hire date 03/11/24 PDL expiration date 06/08/26”
  2. Mar 13, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed a physical environment checklist last completed on 1/7/25.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed the named director does not have a current Oklahoma Director's Credential.”
  3. Oct 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. May 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jan 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Dec 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Nov 22, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  8. Nov 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Oct 10, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      340:110-3-295 Medication

      “Medication - (SERIOUS) Staff gave child medication that parents did not provide or sign permission for.”
  10. Sep 18, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed no verification of emergency plans being reviewed in the last 12 months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed cleaning supplies accessible to children in multiple areas.”
Show 2 earlier visits
  1. May 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 7, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      Rule not named in the record

      “Lunch served today French toast sticks, sausage link, pineapple and milk, no vegetable served.”
    • Other rules

      Rule not named in the record

      “Checklist was last completed on 6/16/2022.”

Copied from Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about First Methodist Church Preschool

Is First Methodist Church Preschool licensed?

Yes. Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services lists it as licensed and operating.

When was First Methodist Church Preschool last inspected?

Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has First Methodist Church Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 12 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 76% of Oklahoma daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can First Methodist Church Preschool care for?

180, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does First Methodist Church Preschool accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are First Methodist Church Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does First Methodist Church Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (580) 223-3672 to ask.

What is First Methodist Church Preschool's phone number?

(580) 223-3672.

Where is First Methodist Church Preschool?

501 West Main, Ardmore, OK 73401. The nearest other daycare we list is Ardmore Day Nursery, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services (license and visits).