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Oklahoma City, OK 73105 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Ms. Chell's Playhouse
- licensed capacity
- 52
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Ms. Chell's Playhouse
Ms. Chell's Playhouse is a licensed child care center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It is licensed by the state, for up to 52 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 11:59 PM.
Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 11:59 PM
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
- 52 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 11:59 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 11:59 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 | 52 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ms. Chell's Playhouse has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Ms. Chell's Playhouse
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 52 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #K830023964
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 9, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 10 visits · 14 rules in all
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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See all 10 visits
Jun 9, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Rule not named in the record
“Outdoor play equipment broken with parts”
Rule not named in the record
“Central detection and alarm system has not be serviced annually. Last date of inspection is dated on 12/23/24.”
Rule not named in the record
“Sand on the playground did not meet the depth of 6 inches underneath equipment and toys higher than 4 feet.”
Rule not named in the record
“Fire extinguishers have not been inspected and tagged every 12 months. Last inspection date was 11/2024.”
- Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Rule not named in the record
“3 personnel employed at the program for 12 months has not maintained a current OPDL certificate on the OKRegistry at the time of visit.”
Feb 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Rule not named in the record
“1 personnel employed at the program for 12 months have not maintained at least the required number of professional development clock-hours to maintain a current OPDL certificate at the time of visit.”
Rule not named in the record
“1 personnel employed at the program for 12 months have not maintained a current OPDL certificate on the OKRegistry at the time of visit.”
Oct 2, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Rule not named in the record
“Licensing observed one personnel not having maintained a current OPDL on site at the time of visit.”
Rule not named in the record
“Licensing observed 1 personnel not obtained CPR/FA within three months of employment on site at the time of visit.”
Rule not named in the record
“Personnel job positions are not listed correctly on the Direct Care Organization, therefore the program is not maintaining all items listed on the Direct Care Facility Handbook.”
- Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 31, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Rule not named in the record
“Licensing observed seven staff not completed the annual infection disease training”
- Jan 18, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Dec 5, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
340:110-3-284.2(a) General. In addition to the position specific requirements in this Section, personnel meet the general requirements, per Oklahoma Administrative Code (OAC) 340:110-3-284.
“Personnel- A staff person left an unqualified person alone to supervise children.”
340:110-3-281.4(b)(7) Medication permission. Signed parent permission for each medication is obtained, prior to administration, on an OKDHS or program form containing the same information.
“Additional Non-Compliance Found During Investigation: Records- Program is not obtaining medication forms for all medication administered.”
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 left alone with a hot glue gun.”
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FAQ
Questions about Ms. Chell's Playhouse
Is Ms. Chell's Playhouse licensed?
Yes. Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ms. Chell's Playhouse last inspected?
Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services lists the most recent visit on June 9, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ms. Chell's Playhouse had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 6 of 10 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 Ms. Chell's Playhouse care for?
52, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ms. Chell's Playhouse accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ms. Chell's Playhouse's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 11:59 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ms. Chell's Playhouse cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (405) 842-9236 to ask.
What is Ms. Chell's Playhouse's phone number?
(405) 842-9236.
Where is Ms. Chell's Playhouse?
941 Ne 67th, Oklahoma City, OK 73105. The nearest other daycare we list is Plainview Head Start, 0.2 miles away.