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46 Daycare Centers in Olympia, Washington

Browse all 46 daycare centers in Olympia, Washington. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Olympia

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 Mikes Tikes
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    1010 Eastside St Se, Olympia, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    St Mikes Tikes appears to be a parish-based facility associated with St. Michael Parish in Olympia. Reviews are extremely positive, with all 5-star ratings praising the faith community, welcoming atmosphere, and quality of priests and homilies. However, reviews focus on the parish church experience rather than specific daycare services or programming.

    welcoming communitysupportive faith environmentquality homiliesactive parish programs
  2. 2
    Faith Lutheran School & Dc
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    7075 Pacific Ave Se, Olympia, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Faith Lutheran School & Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong sense of community, personalized attention to students, and low staff turnover. Multiple families report their children thriving academically and socially in this environment.

    Dedicated and caring teacherslow staff turnoverstrong community feelpersonalized attention to students
  3. 3
    Church Of Living Water
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    1615 Chambers St, Olympia, WA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    Note: These reviews are for a church/religious facility, not a daycare center. The Google listing appears to be miscategorized. Reviews praise the welcoming community, authentic worship experience, talented music, and compassionate pastoral leadership.

    welcoming atmosphereauthentic and relatable pastorsquality music and worshipspiritual community
  4. 4
    Creative Beginnings
    4.46 score
    4.6(16)

    7628 Henderson Blvd Se, Olympia, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    Creative Beginnings receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, strong communication through a daily app, and emphasis on early childhood education. Children are reported to thrive and enjoy attending, with parents noting the facility offers a creative, well-structured learning environment alongside quality childcare.

    Caring and attentive staffexcellent parent-child communication via app with photos and daily updatesstrong early childhood education focusstructured and creative activities
  5. 5
    Mini Skool Early Learning Ctr
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    6518 Capitol Blvd Se, Olympia, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 119 children

    Parents consistently praise Mini Skool Early Learning Center for exceptional staff care, inclusive environment, and child development. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting responsive communication, attentive teachers, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Parents report feeling secure and satisfied with their children's progress and daily updates.

    Caring and skilled staffinclusive environment for special needsresponsive communicationKid Reports app with real-time updates
  6. 6
    Jump For Joy Too
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    4431 Martin Way E, Olympia, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    No parent reviews of the daycare are available. All reviews provided are for Capitol Christian Church in Olympia, not for Jump for Joy Too daycare center.

    Unable to assess - reviews are for a different organization
  7. 7
    Mini Skool Early Learning Ctr
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    3910 Yelm Highway Se, Olympia, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 129 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise Cadence Academy for its caring, attentive staff who treat families like part of their community. Children show developmental progress, excitement about attending, and strong bonds with teachers. Parents consistently report feeling at ease and supported in their childcare decision.

    Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmospherestrong teacher-child relationshipsdevelopmental progress observed
  8. 8
    Great Beginnings Day Care
    4.15 score
    4.3(5)

    703 Rogers Nw, Olympia, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Great Beginnings Day Care receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, balanced curriculum with structured learning and free play, and well-maintained outdoor facilities. The center is conveniently located in a Westside neighborhood near nature trails. One negative review cited concerns about discipline methods and staff conduct.

    Smilinghappy childrenlarge fenced playgroundgood balance between structured curriculum and free play
  9. 9
    Mini Skool Early Lrn Ctr
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    2222 Yelm Highway, Olympia, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Parents consistently praise MINI SKOOL EARLY LRN CTR (Cadence location in Olympia) for exceptional staff care, strong communication, and supportive environment for infants through preschool-age children. Multiple reviewers highlight the director Christine and staff's responsiveness to individual child needs, including special needs accommodations and dietary restrictions. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this nurturing facility.

  10. 10
    Mini Skool Early Learning Ctr
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    1006 Cooper Pt Rd Nw, Olympia, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children

    Parents consistently praise Mini Skool Early Learning Center in Olympia for its caring, stable staff and responsive leadership under Director Gen. The facility provides structured learning, regular parent communication with photos and updates, and creates a welcoming environment where children thrive academically and socially.

    Caring and professional staffstable staffing with low turnoverresponsive leadership and directorregular parent communication with photos and updates

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Olympia based on parent reviews

St Mikes Tikes

4.8(20)

1010 Eastside St Se, Olympia, WA

St Mikes Tikes appears to be a parish-based facility associated with St. Michael Parish in Olympia. Reviews are extremely positive, with all 5-star ratings praising the faith community, welcoming atmosphere, and quality of priests and homilies. However, reviews focus on the parish church experience rather than specific daycare services or programming.

welcoming communitysupportive faith environmentquality homilies

Faith Lutheran School & Dc

5(8)

7075 Pacific Ave Se, Olympia, WA

Faith Lutheran School & Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong sense of community, personalized attention to students, and low staff turnover. Multiple families report their children thriving academically and socially in this environment.

Dedicated and caring teacherslow staff turnoverstrong community feel

Church Of Living Water

4.6(20)

1615 Chambers St, Olympia, WA

Note: These reviews are for a church/religious facility, not a daycare center. The Google listing appears to be miscategorized. Reviews praise the welcoming community, authentic worship experience, talented music, and compassionate pastoral leadership.

welcoming atmosphereauthentic and relatable pastorsquality music and worship

Creative Beginnings

4.6(16)

7628 Henderson Blvd Se, Olympia, WA

Creative Beginnings receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, strong communication through a daily app, and emphasis on early childhood education. Children are reported to thrive and enjoy attending, with parents noting the facility offers a creative, well-structured learning environment alongside quality childcare.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent parent-child communication via app with photos and daily updatesstrong early childhood education focus

Tesc Campus Children'S Center

5(3)

2700 Evergreen Pkwy Nw, Olympia, WA

Mini Skool Early Learning Ctr

4.4(20)

6518 Capitol Blvd Se, Olympia, WA

Parents consistently praise Mini Skool Early Learning Center for exceptional staff care, inclusive environment, and child development. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting responsive communication, attentive teachers, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Parents report feeling secure and satisfied with their children's progress and daily updates.

Caring and skilled staffinclusive environment for special needsresponsive communication

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Daycare types in Olympia

Child Daycare & Preschools 44Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Olympia, Washington

There are 46 daycare centers in Olympia, 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 Olympia, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Olympia

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So Sound Ymca Roosevelt Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1417 San Francisco Ave Ne, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
So Sound Ymca Ever Forest
Child Daycare & Preschools
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3025 Marvin Road Se, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
So Sound Ymca Mclane Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
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200 Delphi Road Sw, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
Kindercare Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in West Olympia for excellent staff care, communication, and a warm, nurturing environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from structured educational programming combined with fun activities. Multiple families have long-term enrollment (3-4+ years) and recommend the center highly.

Caring and professional staffpersonalized attention to child developmentdaily communication via app and verbal updates
Address
2303 9th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
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So Sound Ymca Garfield Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
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325 N Plymouth, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
So Sound Ymca Madison Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
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812 South Central, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
So Sound Ymca Pioneer Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
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1655 Carlyon Ave Se, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
Kindercare Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
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300 Sleater Kinney Rd Ne, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
So Sound Ymca Centennial Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
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2637 45th Ave Se, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
Olympia Early Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
420 Mcphee Rd Sw, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
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So Sound Ymca Lincoln Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
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213 E 21st, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
So Sound Ymca Julia Butler Ha
Child Daycare & Preschools
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1919 Road Sixty Five Nw, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
So Sound Ymca Seven Oaks Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
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1800 Seven Oaks Drive Se, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
So Sound Ymca Lp Brown Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
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2000 26th Ave Nw, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
Cradle To Crayons Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
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1815 Black Lk Blvd Sw, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE
Capitol Campus Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1514 Cherry St Se, Olympia, WA
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NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 46 all daycares in Olympia, Washington. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Olympia, 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
Olympia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 44 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Olympia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Olympia 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.