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Licensed Daycare in Oak harbor, Washington

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Oak harbor?

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 Oak harbor?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,480/mo

Washington avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Oak harbor

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 Oak harbor 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: 44 kids

ZIP codes covered

98277 11

All Oak harbor licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OAK HARBOR

Oak harbor

School Age (5+) Cap 94

B Licensed Center

BRIGHT HAVEN CHILD CARE CENTER

Oak harbor

birth — 6 years 0 months Cap 24

L Licensed Center

LITTLE OAKS PRESCHOOL

Oak harbor

Infants & Toddlers Cap 51

M Licensed Center

MS ASHLEYS PRESCHOOL

Oak harbor

Infants & Toddlers Cap 20

M Licensed Center

MS ASHLEY’S DAYCARE

Oak harbor

birth — 6 years 0 months Cap 19

N Licensed Center

NURTURE WITH CARE KIDS ACADEMY

Oak harbor

Infants & Toddlers Cap 35

T Licensed Center

THEIR PLACE CHILDRENS CENTER

Oak harbor

3 years 0 months — 13 years 0 months Cap 52

T Licensed Center

THEIR PLACE CHILDRENS CENTER INC AT BVE

Oak harbor

School Age (5+) Cap 40

T Licensed Center

THEIR PLACE CHILDRENS CENTER INC AT HCE

Oak harbor

School Age (5+) Cap 30

T Licensed Center

THEIR PLACE CHILDRENS CENTER INC AT OHE

Oak harbor

School Age (5+) Cap 40

W Licensed Center

WHIDBEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL LLC

Oak harbor

Infants & Toddlers Cap 81

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Oak harbor, Washington?

Our directory lists 11 licensed childcare centers in Oak harbor, 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 Oak harbor?

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 Oak harbor 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 Oak harbor typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Oak harbor?

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 Oak harbor 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.