Licensed Daycare in Joint base lewis mcchord, Washington

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Joint base lewis mcchord?

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 Joint base lewis mcchord?

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 .

4 licensed daycares in Joint base lewis mcchord, 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 Joint base lewis mcchord

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 Joint base lewis mcchord 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: 198 kids

ZIP codes covered

98433 4

All Joint base lewis mcchord licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

BEACHWOOD CHILD

Joint base lewis mcchord

School Age (5+) Cap 250

C Licensed Center

CASCADE SCHOOL AGE CENTER

Joint base lewis mcchord

Infants & Toddlers Cap 194

H Licensed Center

HILLSIDE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Joint base lewis mcchord

Infants & Toddlers Cap 232

M Licensed Center

MCCHORD SCHOOL AND YOUTH CENTER

Joint base lewis mcchord

Infants & Toddlers Cap 119

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Joint base lewis mcchord, Washington?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Joint base lewis mcchord, 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 Joint base lewis mcchord?

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 Joint base lewis mcchord 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 Joint base lewis mcchord typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Joint base lewis mcchord?

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 Joint base lewis mcchord 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.