Child Care Centers, Family Child Care & Preschools in Independence, OR

Independence, Oregon is served by 0 state-licensed child care providers. Use the care-type sections below to compare licensing, inspections, ratios, and program details.

Care type in Independence	Providers
Child Care Centers	0	—
Family Child Care Homes	0	—
Group Child Care Homes	0	—
Preschools	0	—
Head Start Programs	2	View directory
School-Age Programs	0	—
Child Care Providers	0	—

Head Start Programs in Independence

2 federally funded head start programss are listed in Independence. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Head Start Program Independence Independence, OR 97351 Capacity 8 Head Start Program Polk-Independence Independence, OR 97351 Capacity 120

ZIP codes in Independence

ZIP 97351Care providers

How to pick care in Independence

The strongest comparisons weigh several signals together - licensing record, ratios and group sizes, caregiver experience, and the particular hours and services a family needs. No single measure captures all of that, and nothing replaces a visit.

For families in Independence, OR, the key questions are availability and waitlists, tuition and fees, hours of operation, and how caregivers communicate with parents each day. A visit plus direct questions remains the surest way to judge whether a program fits.

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Frequently asked questions

How many care facilities does Independence, OR have?

Based on current licensing data, Independence is home to 0 state-licensed providers: 0 child care centers, 0 family child care homes, and 0 preschools.

How do Independence facilities score on average quality ratings?

State licensing agencies publish quality ratings for some providers. Open individual facility pages in Independence to view ratings where available.

Is child care in Independence licensed?

Not every provider in this directory is licensed; state-licensed listings are. Licensing rules and costs vary by setting, so confirm licensing status and costs with the provider and at ChildCare.gov before deciding.

Data sources

Data source: ChildCare.gov state licensing resources and Head Start Service Locations (HHS/ACF). Data as of 2026-10-07. This page is informational and is not professional advice.

Required disclosures

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