Licensed Daycare in Elma, Washington
6 licensed daycares in Elma, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Washington licensing records.
Childcare costs in Elma
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 Elma 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 overviewQuick 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
- 64 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Elma
All Elma licensed centers
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Abundant Life Learning To Grow
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LEARNING TO GROW LITTLE OAKS
Elma
Learning To Grow Little Oaks
Elma
WUNDERLAND CHILDCARE CENTER 5
Elma
Wunderland Childcare Center 5
Elma
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