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Licensed Daycare in Yelm, Washington

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

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 Yelm?

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 .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,480/mo

Washington avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Yelm

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 Yelm 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: 72 kids

ZIP codes covered

98597 7

All Yelm licensed centers

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L Licensed Center

LEAPS & BOUNDS CHILD CARE & EARLY LEARNING

Yelm

Infants & Toddlers Cap 72

L Licensed Center

LOVING AND LEARNING EARLY EDUCATION CENTER LLC

Yelm

1 month — 9 years 0 months Cap 48

M Licensed Center

MINNIEMOO’S DAYCARE

Yelm

Infants & Toddlers Cap 23

N Licensed Center

NEW LIFE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Yelm

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 95

O Licensed Center

OUR PLACE TO GROW YELM

Yelm

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 126

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Yelm, Washington?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Yelm, 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 Yelm?

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 Yelm 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 Yelm typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Yelm?

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 Yelm 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.