43 Daycare Centers in Bellingham, Washington

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bellingham

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

1. 1

   St Pauls Episcopal School

   4.72 score

   4.9(20)

   3000 Northwest Ave, Bellingham, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

   St. Paul's Episcopal School receives consistently high praise from parents for its welcoming and compassionate community. Parents appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, beautiful facilities, strong music program, and supportive clergy. The church actively serves the community and offers quality children's programs.

   welcoming and kind staffcompassionate clergy available for counselingpeaceful environmentbeautiful building with stained glass windows
2. 2

   Blossom Childcare & Learning C

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   2945 Douglas Avenue, Bellingham, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 101 children

   Blossom Childcare & Learning Center in Bellingham receives consistently excellent reviews from parents, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, engaging curriculum that combines multiple educational approaches, extensive outdoor spaces, and the center's commitment to child development and family support.

   Caring and attentive staffplay-based and nature-focused curriculumextensive outdoor facilities with gardens and hiking trailsstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
3. 3

   First Christian Church Ps/Cc

   4.55 score

   5(6)

   495 East Bakerview, Bellingham, WA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 22 children

   First Christian Church Preschool/Child Care in Bellingham has a 5/5 Google rating. Parents praise the welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere, describing the congregation as caring and down to earth. The facility appears to foster a strong sense of family and faith community.

   Welcoming and inclusive environmentcaring congregationfamily-orientedstrong sense of community
4. 4

   A Step Ahead Bilingual LLC

   4.35 score

   4.6(7)

   1408 E Sunset Dr, Bellingham, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children

   A STEP AHEAD BILINGUAL LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 6 five-star reviews praising the caring staff, bilingual education, welcoming environment, and family-run atmosphere. One one-star review alleges a child was injured and the incident was not communicated promptly. Overall, parents report their children are happy, engaged, and learning Spanish in a clean, well-managed facility.

   caring and professional staffbilingual Spanish instructionwelcoming environmentgood parent-child communication
5. 5

   Kids Center On Meridian

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   3230 Meridian, Bellingham, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

   Parents consistently praise A Child's Life Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff who support children's development across speech, social skills, academics, and creativity. Children reportedly transition smoothly, show remarkable progress, and arrive happy each day. The facility is described as bright, well-designed, and offering quality meals with flexible scheduling options.

   Caring and patient staffstrong support for children with special needssmooth transitionsacademic and developmental progress
6. 6

   A Child'S Life Learning Ctr

   4.32 score

   4.4(20)

   3210 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

   Parents consistently praise A Child's Life Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show significant developmental progress across speech, academics, social skills, and independence. Multiple families report smooth transitions, excellent communication, and feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care.

   Compassionate and patient staffstrong developmental progress (speechacademicssocial skills)
7. 7

   The Firs Bible After School

   4.16 score

   4.2(20)

   4605 Cable Street, Bellingham, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

   The Firs Bible After School is a Christian retreat and camp facility in Bellingham, Washington that receives consistently positive reviews. Parents and visitors praise the welcoming staff, clean facilities, quality food, and water activities. The center is strongly appreciated for its Christ-centered mission and hospitable environment.

   Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesquality foodwater activities (boating
8. 8

   Promise Day Care

   4.07 score

   4.1(13)

   3140 Bennett Drive, Bellingham, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

   Parents consistently praise Seedlings Early Learning Center (formerly Promise Day Care) for excellent staff care, strong communication, and child development. Children show significant growth, enjoy attending daily, and benefit from a stable teaching environment with minimal staff turnover. The center is highly recommended by families with multi-year enrollment history.

   Caring and skilled staffminimal teacher turnoverconsistent substitute teachersdaily communic
9. 9

   Bellingham Childcare & Learni

   4 score

   4(8)

   2600 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

   Bellingham Childcare & Learning Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising caring, patient staff, individualized child development, outdoor play, and daily parent communication. Most parents report their children thrived academically and socially, though two recent negative reviews cite staff cliques and safety concerns. The center has a waiting list due to its strong reputation.

   Caring and patient staffindividualized/holistic approach to child developmentextensive outdoor playtimedaily photo and activity updates via app
10. 10

    St.Francis Chldcare Center

    3.92 score

    3.9(20)

    3121 Squalicum Pkway, Bellingham, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

    ERROR: The reviews provided are for Avalon Health Care, a rehabilitation and long-term care facility, not for St. Francis Childcare Center. These reviews cannot be used to summarize parent experiences at the daycare listed.

    Not applicable - wrong facility

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