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Licensed Daycare in Pasco, Washington

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

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 Pasco?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,480/mo

Washington avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Pasco

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 Pasco 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: 66 kids

ZIP codes covered

99301 33

All Pasco licensed centers

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E Licensed Center

EXPLORE & LEARN PRESCHOOL LLC

Pasco

Infants & Toddlers Cap 87

F Licensed Center

FUN TO LEARN CHILD CARE LLC

Pasco

Infants & Toddlers Cap 45

I Licensed Center

INSPIRE DEVELOPMENT CENTER - PASCO I

Pasco

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 181

I Licensed Center

INSPIRE DEVELOPMENT CENTER - PASCO II

Pasco

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 166

K Licensed Center

KIDS R NINOS INC

Pasco

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 40

L Licensed Center

LITTLE STARS LEARNING CENTER LLC

Pasco

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 70

L Licensed Center

LOLITAS LITTLE ONES LLC

Pasco

1 month — 2 years 6 months Cap 20

M Licensed Center

MI ESQUELITA LLC

Pasco

Infants & Toddlers Cap 34

R Licensed Center

RAINBOW RIVER CHILDCARE LLC

Pasco

birth — 6 years 0 months Cap 104

R Licensed Center

RISE AND SHINE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Pasco

birth — 6 years 0 months Cap 64

S Licensed Center

STEP BY STEP DAYCARE CENTER LLC

Pasco

Infants & Toddlers Cap 18

S Licensed Center

SWEET PEA ACADEMY

Pasco

Infants & Toddlers Cap 25

U Licensed Center

UPPER COLUMBIA CONFERENCE

Pasco

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 109

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Pasco, Washington?

Our directory lists 28 licensed childcare centers in Pasco, 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 Pasco?

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 Pasco 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 Pasco typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Pasco?

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 Pasco 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.