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Licensed Daycare in Seattle, Washington

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Seattle, Washington?

Our directory lists 339 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

339

Licensed Centers

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 32 98115 26 98106 24 98103 24 98144 22 98125 22 98105 22 98122 19

All Seattle licensed centers

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T Licensed Center

TINY TOTS DEVELOPMENT CENTER MAIN

Seattle

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 47

T Licensed Center

TINY TOTS DEVELOPMENT CENTER OTHELLO

Seattle

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 80

T Licensed Center

TRETTIN EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Seattle

Infants & Toddlers Cap 85

U Licensed Center

UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL NORTH CAMPUS

Seattle

3 years 0 months — 13 years 0 months Cap 135

U Licensed Center

UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL THE STUDIO

Seattle

Infants & Toddlers Cap 23

U Licensed Center

UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE SCHOOL

Seattle

4 years 0 months — 6 years 0 months Cap 16

U Licensed Center

UNIVERSITY DISTRICT CHILDRENS CENTER

Seattle

Infants & Toddlers Cap 60

U Licensed Center

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON BOTANIC GARDENS

Seattle

Infants & Toddlers Cap 42

U Licensed Center

UNIVERSITY TEMPLE CHILDRENS SCHOOL

Seattle

3 years 0 months — 6 years 0 months Cap 11

U Licensed Center

UW MEDICAL CENTER CHILDREN'S CENTER AT NORTHWEST

Seattle

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 64

V Licensed Center

VAN ASSELT COMMUNITY CENTER

Seattle

School Age (5+) Cap 60

V Licensed Center

VILLA ACADEMY PRESCHOOL AND BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Seattle

birth — 13 years 0 months Cap 135

V Licensed Center

VOICES OF TOMORROW CHILD AND FAMILY CENTER

Seattle

3 years 0 months — 6 years 0 months Cap 40

W Licensed Center

WALLINGFORD BG CLUB-BFD

Seattle

School Age (5+) Cap 74

W Licensed Center

WALLINGFORD BG CLUB-VRS

Seattle

School Age (5+) Cap 76

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Seattle, Washington?

Our directory lists 339 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.