Best Daycare Centers in Seattle, WA
Compare 265 daycare centers in Seattle. Average rating: 4.48/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Seattle, Washington at a glance
- Daycares
- 265
- Avg rating
- 4.48/5
- Parent reviews
- 1,548
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 76
Seattle has 265 licensed daycares with 1,548 parent reviews averaging 4.48/5.76 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 56% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 98115 zip code, averaging 4.81 stars across 25 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Seattle
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.
- 1Life Preschool4.76 score5(16)
8443 34th Ave Sw, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Lord of Life Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing community environment. Parents consistently highlight strong kindergarten preparation, faith-based values, small class sizes, and engaging activities. Multiple families with multiple children have enrolled and expressed reluctance to leave the program.
Compassionate and dedicated teacherssafe and positive environmentstrong kindergarten transition preparationsmall class sizes - 2Congregation Beth Shalom4.7 score4.9(17)
6800 35th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 10 children
Parents consistently praise Congregation Beth Shalom's child care center and religious school programs for creating a warm, welcoming community environment. The facility is noted for stellar staff who are invested in children's well-being, quality play areas, and well-rounded Jewish education that balances family engagement with skill-building and spiritual development. Children reportedly love attending and form strong friendships within the community.
Warm and welcoming communitystellar and invested staffquality facility and play areaswell-rounded Jewish education - 3North Queen Anne Child Care4.69 score5(11)
3200 3rd Ave W, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children
North Queen Anne Child Care receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional, caring staff and warm community atmosphere. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, individualized attention, quality programming, and excellent facilities. Many families have sent multiple children and report being extremely satisfied with their children's development and experience.
Caring and professional staffindividualized attentionstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent curriculum and programming - 4St Mark'S Cathedral Preschool4.64 score4.8(20)
1245 10th Av E, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
NOTE: These reviews do not describe daycare services. St. Mark's Cathedral Preschool appears to be listed incorrectly - reviews reflect a cathedral and performing arts venue in Seattle, not a preschool facility. Reviews praise the venue's architecture, music events, yoga classes, and welcoming community atmosphere.
Beautiful modern architecturehigh-quality music performances and venue acousticsdonation-based yoga and sound bath classesfriendly staff and grounds - 5Cooperative Childrens Ctr4.62 score5(8)
5315 Roosevelt Way Ne, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Cooperative Children's Center is highly praised by parents as a nurturing, community-focused cooperative daycare in Seattle. Parents consistently highlight the experienced and caring teachers, low child-to-teacher ratios, play-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. The cooperative model, while requiring volunteer participation, is described as manageable and beneficial for family involvement.
Low child-to-teacher ratiosexperienced and nurturing teachers with high retentionplay-based/emergent curriculumspacious outdoor space with frequent outdoor time and field trips - 6Future Trust Daycare Center4.62 score5(8)
823 21st Avenue, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
Future Trust Daycare Center receives perfect ratings from parents who praise the exceptional care and teaching provided by director Julie and her staff. Parents consistently highlight the center's academic preparation, cultural responsiveness, and holistic approach to supporting both children and families. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment spanning years and willingness to travel significant distances to maintain their children's enrollment.
Caring and loving staffacademic preparation for school successcultural responsivenessreliable childcare - 7Alpha Montessori4.58 score5(7)
14410 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children
Alpha Montessori (now operating as Chiara Preschool) receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, quality academics, and nurturing environment. Parents report noticeable improvements in their children's speech, social skills, and academic development, with teachers described as experienced, enthusiastic, and genuinely invested in each child's well-being.
Caring and experienced staffstrong academics and Montessori approachnoticeable child development improvementsengaging activities (indoor and outdoor) - 8Seattle Infant Development Cen4.56 score4.7(20)
1217 6th Ave, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children
Seattle Infant Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who value its experienced, long-tenured staff, small class sizes, and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the educational approach, convenient downtown location, reliable hours, and caring atmosphere that makes children feel safe and loved.
Experienced teachers with 10-30+ year tenuresmall class sizes and low teacher-to-child ratiosstrong community feel with parent involvementHighScope educational curriculum - 9Phinney Ridge Kids4.56 score4.7(20)
6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
The reviews are not actually for Phinney Ridge Kids daycare, but rather for the Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA) community center and event space. Reviews consistently praise the facility as a versatile, well-maintained community venue with excellent amenities including a high-quality dance studio, ample parking, and professional staff. The center hosts a wide variety of programs, classes, events, and community activities throughout the year.
Beautiful dance studio with natural light and quality hardwood floorsample parking (rare in Seattle)professional and helpful staffwell-maintained facilities - 10Creative Beginnings4.55 score5(6)
522 28th Ave_e, Seattle, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children
Creative Beginnings, run by Ms. Pema, receives consistent 5-star praise from parents. Reviews highlight the warm, caring staff, clean facility, strong child-teacher bonds, and family-oriented environment that helps children thrive.
Caring and warm staff with long-term employeeschildren feel noticed and welcomedstrong bonds with teachersclean and safe facility
Rating Distribution
Based on 135 daycares with Google ratings in Seattle
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 1,548 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Seattle, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Seattle zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98115 | 25 | 4.81 | 10 | |
| 98102 | 5 | 4.8 | 1 | |
| 98125 | 12 | 4.72 | 6 | |
| 98107 | 5 | 4.72 | 3 | |
| 98103 | 18 | 4.61 | 7 | |
| 98101 | 9 | 4.58 | 3 | |
| 98106 | 13 | 4.57 | 3 | |
| 98109 | 7 | 4.55 | 4 | |
| 98126 | 9 | 4.54 | 3 | |
| 98122 | 19 | 4.52 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Seattle (8–268 children)
Small
up to 30 children
60
Medium
31–75 children
143
Large
76–150 children
58
Very Large
150+ children
4
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Seattle based on parent reviews
Life Preschool
8443 34th Ave Sw, Seattle, WA
Lord of Life Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing community environment. Parents consistently highlight strong kindergarten preparation, faith-based values, small class sizes, and engaging activities. Multiple families with multiple children have enrolled and expressed reluctance to leave the program.
Congregation Beth Shalom
6800 35th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA
Parents consistently praise Congregation Beth Shalom's child care center and religious school programs for creating a warm, welcoming community environment. The facility is noted for stellar staff who are invested in children's well-being, quality play areas, and well-rounded Jewish education that balances family engagement with skill-building and spiritual development. Children reportedly love attending and form strong friendships within the community.
North Queen Anne Child Care
3200 3rd Ave W, Seattle, WA
North Queen Anne Child Care receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional, caring staff and warm community atmosphere. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, individualized attention, quality programming, and excellent facilities. Many families have sent multiple children and report being extremely satisfied with their children's development and experience.
St Mark'S Cathedral Preschool
1245 10th Av E, Seattle, WA
NOTE: These reviews do not describe daycare services. St. Mark's Cathedral Preschool appears to be listed incorrectly - reviews reflect a cathedral and performing arts venue in Seattle, not a preschool facility. Reviews praise the venue's architecture, music events, yoga classes, and welcoming community atmosphere.
Cooperative Childrens Ctr
5315 Roosevelt Way Ne, Seattle, WA
Cooperative Children's Center is highly praised by parents as a nurturing, community-focused cooperative daycare in Seattle. Parents consistently highlight the experienced and caring teachers, low child-to-teacher ratios, play-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. The cooperative model, while requiring volunteer participation, is described as manageable and beneficial for family involvement.
Future Trust Daycare Center
823 21st Avenue, Seattle, WA
Future Trust Daycare Center receives perfect ratings from parents who praise the exceptional care and teaching provided by director Julie and her staff. Parents consistently highlight the center's academic preparation, cultural responsiveness, and holistic approach to supporting both children and families. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment spanning years and willingness to travel significant distances to maintain their children's enrollment.
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Daycare Centers in Seattle, Washington
Seattle parents have 265 childcare facilities to choose from, ranging from community-based programs to specialized academies. Reviews highlight clean environments, helpful staff, and unique amenities like wading pools as key priorities. Neighborhoods like 98115 stand out for their consistently high satisfaction scores across dozens of locations.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Seattle have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 across 135 rated facilities, with 56% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.57 stars. Our analysis covers 1,548 parent reviews. Parents in Seattle most frequently praise daycares for clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and friendly staff.
When choosing a daycare in Seattle, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Cooperative Children's Center is highly praised by parents as a nurturing, community-focused cooperative daycare in Seattle. Parents consistently highlight the experienced and caring teachers, low child-to-teacher ratios, play-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. The cooperative model, while requiring volunteer participation, is described as manageable and beneficial for family involvement.
- Address
- 5315 Roosevelt Way Ne, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 522-2538
- Quality
One parent describes the program as fun. The limited feedback provided does not highlight specific operational details or concerns.
- Address
- 4919 Woodlawn Ave N, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent reports that their son received high-quality care at this Montessori-based center from infancy through age four, noting that he was happy and the staff maintained intentional teaching and good communication. The family withdrew due to the pandemic rather than any issues with the program itself.
- Address
- 6371 Ne Radford Court Dr, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 543-3373
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- 214 Minor Ave N, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 340-0901
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- 6550 Ravenna Ave Ne, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 522-2113
- Address
- 8302 1/2 Renton Ave So, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 723-3159
- Quality
- Address
- 3808 South Mead, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 722-2467
One parent highlights the staff's attentiveness to language barriers, noting how teachers comforted their son and personalized his experience with favorite toys. The review also praises the director's experience and the positive influence of male teachers on the child's social development.
- Address
- 6350 East Green Lake Wy N, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 525-5787
- Quality
Several parents highlight the professional and caring staff, noting that their children enjoy the unstructured play, outdoor time, and social-emotional support. The program is also valued for its affordable cost and reliable full-day coverage during school breaks.
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- 6415 1st Ave Ne, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 525-5590
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- 1200 6th Ave, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 553-3821
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- 2409 22nd Ave E, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 323-3829
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- 135 32nd Ave, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 726-6005
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- 4320 Sw Myrtle, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 938-8543
Creative Beginnings, run by Ms. Pema, receives consistent 5-star praise from parents. Reviews highlight the warm, caring staff, clean facility, strong child-teacher bonds, and family-oriented environment that helps children thrive.
- Address
- 522 28th Ave_e, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 329-9652
- Quality
North Queen Anne Child Care receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional, caring staff and warm community atmosphere. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, individualized attention, quality programming, and excellent facilities. Many families have sent multiple children and report being extremely satisfied with their children's development and experience.
- Address
- 3200 3rd Ave W, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 281-1291
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- 2631 Nw 62nd St, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 781-1818
One parent describes a deeply supportive community where staff treated children with respect and provided dedicated, tireless care for a child with autism, creating strong friendships and family connections. Another parent notes that the teachers genuinely care, resulting in a child who loves attending the center.
- Address
- 4800 40th Ave Sw, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 935-5414
- Address
- 2025 14th Ave S, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 726-6797
- Quality
Lord of Life Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and nurturing community environment. Parents consistently highlight strong kindergarten preparation, faith-based values, small class sizes, and engaging activities. Multiple families with multiple children have enrolled and expressed reluctance to leave the program.
- Address
- 8443 34th Ave Sw, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 932-2064
Parents highlight the school's warm, welcoming staff and strong sense of community, noting that teachers often have personal connections to the families. Reviewers appreciate the developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum and the high-quality facilities, which include cozy indoor spaces and dedicated outdoor play areas. Families also value the easy drop-off and pick-up process and effective communication from the administration.
- Address
- 9450 22nd Ave Sw, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 763-3208
- Quality
One parent describes the center as a second home where their son felt safe, cared for, and happy to attend daily. The reviewer highlights the staff's friendly and compassionate nature, noting that the quality of care outweighs the building's unappealing exterior.
- Address
- 9202 21st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 762-2319
- Quality
One parent describes Kidus Montessori Early Childhood as exceeding expectations through a structured yet self-directed approach that fosters curiosity and academic skills like reading and math. The reviewer highlights the staff's deep investment in the children, noting that the educators view their work as a passion rather than just a job.
- Address
- 834 18th Ave, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 325-5095
Alpha Montessori (now operating as Chiara Preschool) receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, quality academics, and nurturing environment. Parents report noticeable improvements in their children's speech, social skills, and academic development, with teachers described as experienced, enthusiastic, and genuinely invested in each child's well-being.
- Address
- 14410 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 367-7111
Parents highlight the center's nurturing environment, noting that teachers are kind, experienced, and supportive of children's emotional and academic growth. Reviewers appreciate the seamless transition to elementary school, ample outdoor time, and proactive communication from the staff.
- Address
- 144 Nw 80th St, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 789-9525
- Quality
One parent reports that their son received high-quality, intentional care at this Montessori center from infancy to preschool age, resulting in a happy child and strong communication. The review highlights a highly positive experience, with the only reason for leaving being the pandemic.
- Address
- 6311 65th Ne, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 543-3373
- Quality
One parent highlights Pinehurst Child Care as a fantastic preschool and daycare, noting that both of their children attended. They specifically appreciate the stability of the staff, pointing out that teachers have been with the center for decades rather than experiencing high turnover.
- Address
- 7330 35th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 365-5219
- Quality
One parent describes Blue Skies Montessori as a good place for children to grow. The single review highlights a positive experience with the childcare environment.
- Address
- 2808 Sw Holden St, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 938-8966
One parent describes the staff as super nice, smiling, and trustworthy, while another calls it the absolute best preschool in the area, noting they enrolled all their children despite moving away. The program offers a variety of indoor activities that parents seem to appreciate. No negative feedback was provided in the available reviews.
- Address
- 1260 Harrison St, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 447-7237
- Address
- 6556 35th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 525-5443
- Address
- 6556 Ravenna Ave Ne, Seattle, WA
- Phone
- (206) 525-5007
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- 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
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