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Licensed Daycare in Lacey, Washington

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

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 Lacey?

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 .

60 licensed daycares in Lacey, 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 Lacey

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 Lacey 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: 80 kids

ZIP codes covered

98503 37 98516 20 98513 4

Program types in Lacey

All Lacey licensed centers

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F Licensed Center Licensed

First Steps Cdc Ii

Lacey

Cap 22

G Licensed Center

GOOD TIMES CHILDCARE CENTER LLC

Lacey

1 month — 2 years 6 months Cap 28

G Licensed Center

GOOD TIMES CHILDCARE CENTER LLC RED ROOM

Lacey

Infants & Toddlers Cap 20

G Licensed Center Licensed

Good Times Childcare Center Llc

Lacey

Cap 28

G Licensed Center Licensed

Good Times Childcare Center Llc Red Room

Lacey

Cap 20

H Licensed Center

HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Lacey

Infants & Toddlers Cap 20

H Licensed Center Licensed

Holy Family School Early Childhood Center

Lacey

Cap 20

K Licensed Center

KIDDIE ACADEMY OF LACEY

Lacey

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 149

K Licensed Center

KINDERCARE #1004

Lacey

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 143

K Licensed Center Licensed

Kiddie Academy Of Lacey

Lacey

Cap 149

K Licensed Center Licensed

Kindercare #1004

Lacey

Cap 143

L Licensed Center

LAKEVIEW DAY CARE CENTER

Lacey

Infants & Toddlers Cap 55

L Licensed Center

LITTLE FLOWERS LACEY

Lacey

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 86

L Licensed Center

LOTS OF LOVE DAY CARE & ELC

Lacey

1 month — 9 years 0 months Cap 76

L Licensed Center Licensed

Lakeview Day Care Center

Lacey

Cap 55

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Lacey, Washington?

Our directory lists 60 licensed childcare centers in Lacey, 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 Lacey?

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 Lacey 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 Lacey typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Lacey?

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 Lacey 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.