Licensed Daycare in Washington, District of Columbia
0 licensed daycares in Washington, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official District of Columbia licensing records.
Washington listings updated May 2026 from official District of Columbia records.
Childcare costs in Washington
ChildCare Aware reports the District of Columbia average full-time cost at $2,700/month for infant care and $1,900/month for preschool. City-level prices in Washington 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. District of Columbia families may also qualify for DC Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (202) 727-2316).
Full District of Columbia licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- DC OSSE — Division of Early Learning
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:4
- Preschool ratio
- 1:8
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Where to get childcare help in Washington
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programDC Child Care Subsidy Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(202) 727-2316 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Washington, District of Columbia are compiled from official DC OSSE — Division of Early Learning licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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