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Licensed Daycare in Seattle, Washington

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

677
Licensed Centers
0
Infant Spots
$1,480/mo
Washington avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Seattle

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 Seattle 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
73 kids

ZIP codes covered

98118 62 98115 52 98106 48 98103 47 98105 44 98125 43 98122 37 98144 36

Program types in Seattle

Child Care Center
264 centers
School-Age Care
72 centers
Outdoor Nature Based Program
2 centers

All Seattle licensed centers

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KIDS CO AT ADAMS ELEMENTARY

Seattle

School Age (5+) Cap 60
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KIDS CO AT CASCADIA SA

Seattle

School Age (5+) Cap 90
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KIDS CO AT CEDAR PARK

Seattle

School Age (5+) Cap 50
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KIDS CO. AT DECATUR

Seattle

Infants & Toddlers Cap 60
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KIDS CO. AT GRAHAM HILL

Seattle

Infants & Toddlers Cap 80
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KIDS CO. AT MAGNOLIA

Seattle

School Age (5+) Cap 138
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KIDS CO. AT MCDONALD

Seattle

School Age (5+) Cap 55
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KIDS CO. AT QUEEN ANNE

Seattle

School Age (5+) Cap 131
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KIDS CO. AT SOUTH SHORE

Seattle

Infants & Toddlers Cap 36
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KIDS CO. AT TOPS

Seattle

Infants & Toddlers Cap 50
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KIDS INC II

Seattle

3 years 0 months — 13 years 0 months Cap 133
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KIDSPACE

Seattle

3 months — 6 years 0 months Cap 70
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KINDERCARE 000534/NORTHGATE

Seattle

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 164
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KINDERCARE 1786

Seattle

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 90
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KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #302154

Seattle

1 month — 6 years 11 months Cap 144

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Seattle, Washington?
Our directory lists 677 licensed childcare centers in Seattle, 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 Seattle?
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 Seattle 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 Seattle typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Seattle?
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 Seattle 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.

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