How do I choose the right daycare in Ellensburg?

When choosing a daycare in Ellensburg, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Washington's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Washington) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

Daycare Centers in Ellensburg, Washington (7 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Ellensburg?

Ellensburg offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Washington?

Daycare costs in Washington typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Ellensburg for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ellensburg

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.

Creative Kids Learning Center

4.69 score

5(11)

1201 North B Street, Ellensburg, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

Creative Kids Learning Center receives universal 5-star praise from parents. Reviewers consistently highlight the loving, attentive staff and strong leadership, particularly owner Mechelle Moran, crediting the center with fostering children's emotional and educational development. Parents emphasize the center's authentic care, communication, structured yet creative learning environment, and long-term positive impact on their children.

Loving and attentive staffstrong leadership and owner involvementexcellent communication with parentscreative learning programs

Cwu - Rainbow Center

4.32 score

4.4(20)

715 Dean Nicholson Blvd, Rm 109, Ellensburg, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center. The reviews are for Central Washington University (CWU), a public university with multiple campuses. This listing appears to be incorrectly categorized.

None applicable - reviews are for a universitynot a daycare

Daycare Centers in Ellensburg, Washington

There are 7 daycare centers in Ellensburg, Washington. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Ellensburg, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 7 all daycares in Ellensburg, Washington. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Ellensburg, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Washington's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Washington)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Ellensburg offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in Washington typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Ellensburg for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Ellensburg must be licensed by Washington's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

7 Daycare Centers in Ellensburg, Washington

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ellensburg

Top Rated

Creative Kids Learning Center

Cwu - Rainbow Center

Cma Daycare

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Daycare types in Ellensburg