State-Sourced

Licensed Daycare in Cheney, Washington

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Cheney?

Statewide averages in Washington run roughly $1480/month for infants and $1100/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Cheney?

Washington families can apply for Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) (intake: (877) 501-2233). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

8 licensed daycares in Cheney, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Washington licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,480/mo

Washington avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Cheney

ChildCare Aware reports the Washington average full-time cost at $1,480/month for infant care and $1,100/month for preschool. City-level prices in Cheney vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Washington families may also qualify for Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) (intake: (877) 501-2233).

Full Washington licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF)
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 81 kids

ZIP codes covered

99004 8

Program types in Cheney

Child Care Center

4 centers

All Cheney licensed centers

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C Licensed Center

CATERPILLAR CLUB HOUSE LLC

Cheney

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 40

C Licensed Center Licensed

Caterpillar Club House Llc

Cheney

Cap 40

E Licensed Center

EWU CHILDRENS CENTER YMCA

Cheney

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 164

E Licensed Center Licensed

Ewu Childrens Center Ymca

Cheney

Cap 164

M Licensed Center

MAGNOLIA LEARNING CENTER LLC

Cheney

birth — 13 years 0 months Cap 82

M Licensed Center Licensed

Magnolia Learning Center Llc

Cheney

Cap 82

N Licensed Center

NOAHS ARK EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY

Cheney

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 40

N Licensed Center Licensed

Noahs Ark Early Learning Academy

Cheney

Cap 40

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Cheney, Washington?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Cheney, Washington, sourced from Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Cheney?

Statewide averages in Washington run roughly $1480/month for infants and $1100/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Cheney daycares?

All licensed Washington centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Cheney typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Cheney?

Washington families can apply for Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) (intake: (877) 501-2233). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Cheney daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.