Little Hands Dayschool
925 N Flood, Norman, OK
4.3· 28 reviews
Pumpkin Shell School
- licensed capacity
- 70
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Pumpkin Shell School
Pumpkin Shell School is a licensed child care center in Norman, Oklahoma. It is licensed by the state, for up to 70 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with preschool and toddler care.
Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 70 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Teacher/student ratio of approximately 1:8 |
| More | Founded 1988 |
| Licensed capacity | 70 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Pumpkin Shell School has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Pumpkin Shell School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 70 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #K830024247
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 11, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 9 visits · 7 rules in all
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Safety and hazards 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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Aug 11, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Rule not named in the record
“The master teacher does not currently have training to qualify and renew their PDL.”
Rule not named in the record
“Two employees has been employed over a year and has not applied for the PDL.”
Rule not named in the record
“Master teacher has had expired PDL since March 2025.”
Apr 29, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Rule not named in the record
“The Director Credentials are expired due to incomplete paperwork sent in to cecpd. The Director will need to resend in her training hours in order to update.”
Rule not named in the record
“There is a Master Teacher listed on Cecpd, but PDL is expired. Paperwork has been sent in to Cecpd and will be updated”
- Dec 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Rule not named in the record
“Licensing observed one staff member's PDL to be expired.”
Rule not named in the record
“Licensing observed the program to not have a fire inspection in two years.”
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FAQ
Questions about Pumpkin Shell School
Is Pumpkin Shell School licensed?
Yes. Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Pumpkin Shell School last inspected?
Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Services lists the most recent visit on August 11, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Pumpkin Shell School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 9 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 Pumpkin Shell School care for?
70, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Pumpkin Shell School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Pumpkin Shell School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Pumpkin Shell School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (405) 321-7898 to ask.
What is Pumpkin Shell School's phone number?
(405) 321-7898.
Where is Pumpkin Shell School?
1037 N. University, Norman, OK 73069. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Hands Dayschool, 0.2 miles away.