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Mcalester, OK 74501 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kiddin' Around Academy
- licensed capacity
- 80
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Kiddin' Around Academy
Kiddin' Around Academy is a licensed child care center in McAlester, Oklahoma. It is licensed by the state, for up to 80 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 80 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 80 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kiddin' Around Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Kiddin' Around Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 80 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #K830023264
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 7 visits · 2 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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- Jul 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Rule not named in the record
“Fire inspection was not conducted timely. Fire inspection was last completed on 9/14/22, therefore, was due by 9/14/24.”
- Sep 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Rule not named in the record
“One personnel at this program has an expired Oklahoma Professional Development Ladder certificate.”
Nov 1, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Rule not named in the record
“One teacher had expired CPR/First Aid training.”
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FAQ
Questions about Kiddin' Around Academy
Is Kiddin' Around Academy licensed?
Yes. Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kiddin' Around Academy last inspected?
Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services lists the most recent visit on July 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kiddin' Around Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 7 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 Kiddin' Around Academy care for?
80, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kiddin' Around Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kiddin' Around Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kiddin' Around Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (918) 420-5055 to ask.
What is Kiddin' Around Academy's phone number?
(918) 420-5055.
Where is Kiddin' Around Academy?
1211 E. Jefferson, McAlester, OK 74501. The nearest other daycare we list is McAlester Baby Buffs Daycare Center, 0.8 miles away.