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Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center

502 G St Ne, Ardmore, OK 734013.9· 17 reviews
licensed capacity
200
open each week
5 days
weekly, posted tuition
$96.50

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About Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center

Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Ardmore, Oklahoma. It is licensed by the state, for up to 200 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, full-time care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition from $96.50 to $180.

Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services made 37 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks–12 years
Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
200 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday–Friday 5:30AM - 6PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks–12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care, summer camp and toddler care
Class sizeInfant care available for up to 16 babies
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsDHS; Chickasaw (payment options on waitlist form)
AccreditationOther accreditation (Three-Star)
MoreFounded 1980
Licensed capacity200 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center lists weekly tuition from $96.50 to $180.

Weekly · program, in its own wordsPrice
13 – 24 months$169
25 – 48 months$144
49 – 72 months$117.50
73 months – age 12$96.50
Three-Star weekly rate, 6 weeks – 12 months$180
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
200 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#K830003276
See the state's record

Summary

37 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 11 of 37 visits · 19 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 7
  • Transportation 3
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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. Sep 22, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “One personnel has an OPDL that expired 09/21/2026.”
  2. Aug 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jun 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Apr 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 27, 2026Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  8. Mar 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed a four month old infant sleeping in a crib that was swaddled, the program reports they do not have parent permission on file.”
  9. Feb 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “The current director does not currently have an Oklahoma Director's Credential.”
  10. Jan 22, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed that five personnel with annual infection control training that has not been completed within the last 12 months.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “Current Director does not have an Oklahoma Director's Credential.”
Show 27 earlier visits
  1. Dec 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 20, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      340:110-3-280(a)(1)(K) an incident exposing children to an imminent risk of harm, such as a child leaving the facility without personnel's knowledge or being left alone on- or off-site or in a vehicle;

      “Reporting - to Licensing”
    • Records and paperwork

      340:110-3-280(d)(3)(A) daily happenings, including the infant and 1-year-old daily records as maintained, per OAC 340:110-3-281.4(b); (found during the complaint investigation)

      “Additional Non-Compliance Found During Investigation: Reporting - to parents”
    • Supervision and ratios

      340:110-3-287(a) Supervision. Supervision is the function of observing, overseeing, and guiding a child or group of children, including an awareness of, and responsibility for, the ongoing activity of each child, and being near enough to intervene when needed. The program is required to maintain supervision at all times.

      “Supervision - Child was found alone in the parking lot”
  3. Oct 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Aug 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jul 18, 2025Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  7. Jul 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      Rule not named in the record

      “Documented on Health Inspection Conducted on 06/25/2025 - Milk was being held in a reach in cooler that was between 50-58 degrees. Program discarded milk at the time of the inspection.”
  8. Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. May 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      Rule not named in the record

      “During the OIG visit conducted on 04/03/2025 it was determined the provider did not maintain adequate attendance records, including arrival and departure times, for all children in care.”
  10. Apr 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Apr 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Mar 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  13. Mar 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Feb 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  15. Jan 23, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      340:110-3-288(c)(2)(C) yelling at a child out of anger or using harsh or profane language;

      “Inappropriate Discipline-Inappropriate Language”
  16. Jan 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  17. Dec 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  18. Nov 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  19. Oct 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  20. Sep 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  21. Aug 19, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Transportation

      340:110-3-281.2(d)(6) Child passenger check. Before leaving the vehicle and in addition to the transportation attendance, the driver or last personnel in the vehicle documents completion of at least two methods of inspecting all areas of the vehicle for any remaining children to ensure no children are left on the vehicle.

      “Child passenger check - child left on the bus (SERIOUS”
    • Transportation

      340:110-3-281.2(d)(6) Child passenger check. Before leaving the vehicle and in addition to the transportation attendance, the driver or last personnel in the vehicle documents completion of at least two methods of inspecting all areas of the vehicle for any remaining children to ensure no children are left on the vehicle.

      “Child passenger check- child left on bus (SERIOUS)”
    • Transportation

      Rule not named in the record

      “Self-report- Child left unattended in vehicle due to failure of personnel to follow a two step method of inspecting the vehicle before leaving the vehicle.”
  22. Aug 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  23. May 30, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  24. May 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  25. Apr 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  26. Feb 29, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed five staff with no annual infection control dated within the last 12 months.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed three staff with no ELCCT within 90 days of hire of 5/8/2023, 8/15/2023, and 7/20/2023.”
    • Food and nutrition

      Rule not named in the record

      “Licensing observed three small secondary containers of milk that were uncovered in the refrigerator.”
  27. Nov 20, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule not named in the record

      “One Personnel has not PDL level awarded with a hire date of 10/19/22.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule not named in the record

      “Restroom in Y1 was using a trash bin with no lid for diaper changes.”

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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Questions about Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center

Is Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center licensed?

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

When was Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center last inspected?

Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 37 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 11 of 37 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 Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center care for?

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

Does Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center cost?

Weekly tuition from $96.50 to $180, as it lists it.

What is Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center's phone number?

(580) 226-3321.

Where is Gloria Ainsworth Child Care and Learning Center?

502 G St Ne, Ardmore, OK 73401. The nearest other daycare we list is Hickory Creek Child Center, 0.6 miles away.

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