OK Parents Battle Childcare Shortages as New Law Aims to Boost Staffing Amidst Tightening Accreditation Standards

DURANT, Okla. — Parents in Oklahoma are wrestling with the ongoing difficulties of securing dependable and affordable childcare. Tina Feltman, a board member of the Licensed Childcare Association of Oklahoma and a representative of Seesaw Learning Center, highlighted that families prioritize consistency and safety in their childcare options. “Dependability is essential for parents,” Feltman emphasized, noting that they need reassurance that their childcare providers will consistently be available while they go to work or attend to other responsibilities. She also pointed out that parents are looking for stimulating environments where their children can not only … Read more