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Licensed Daycare in Olympia, Washington

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

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 Olympia?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,480/mo

Washington avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Olympia

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 Olympia 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: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

98501 14 98502 12 98506 10 98513 4 98516 3 98512 3 98505 1 98503 1

All Olympia licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

BRIGHT BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY

Olympia

birth — 13 years 0 months Cap 58

C Licensed Center

CADENCE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL- 805

Olympia

1 month — 9 years 0 months Cap 117

C Licensed Center

CADENCE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL-802

Olympia

1 month — 9 years 0 months Cap 117

C Licensed Center

CADENCE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL-806

Olympia

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 56

C Licensed Center

CADENCE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL-808

Olympia

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 50

C Licensed Center

CAPITAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL INC

Olympia

Infants & Toddlers Cap 60

C Licensed Center

CAPITOL CAMPUS CHILD CARE CENTER

Olympia

1 month — 9 years 0 months Cap 87

C Licensed Center

CAPITOL CHILDCARE CENTER

Olympia

birth — 6 years 0 months Cap 86

C Licensed Center

CITY KIDS CDC AND PRESCHOOL

Olympia

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 60

C Licensed Center

CITY KIDS CDC AND PRESCHOOL II

Olympia

1 month — 9 years 0 months Cap 89

C Licensed Center

CITY KIDS COUNTRY CABIN & PRESCHOOL

Olympia

birth — 13 years 0 months Cap 52

K Licensed Center

KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER

Olympia

School Age (5+) Cap 93

L Licensed Center

LITTLE FLOWERS DAYCARE 3

Olympia

birth — 10 years 0 months Cap 59

N Licensed Center

NISQUALLY TRIBAL DAY CARE

Olympia

Infants & Toddlers Cap 42

O Licensed Center

OLYMPIA LEARNING CENTER

Olympia

1 month — 9 years 0 months Cap 96

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

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Olympia, Washington?

Our directory lists 39 licensed childcare centers in Olympia, 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 Olympia?

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 Olympia 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 Olympia typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Olympia?

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 Olympia 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.