48 Daycare Centers in Yakima, Washington
Browse all 48 daycare centers in Yakima, Washington. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Yakima
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.
- 1Sonshine Child Care Center4.8 score5(20)
7805 Tieton Drive, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children
Sonshine Child Care Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and quality educational programming. Parents consistently report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and appreciated the facility's ample space, reliable hours, and engaging activities.
Caring and welcoming staffstrong academic preparation for kindergartenspacious facilities with gym and outdoor playgroundmeals provided - 2Chalet Dental Clinic4.72 score4.9(20)
6006 Summitview, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children
This is not a daycare center but a dental clinic. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the friendly, professional staff, skilled hygienists, and comfortable patient experience. Patients highlight painless cleanings, clear communication, and accommodating care.
Friendly and welcoming staffskilled and gentle hygienistsprofessional dentistspainless procedures - 3Judys Junction4.48 score4.6(20)
10604 Wide Hollow Road, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
There appears to be a data mismatch - the reviews provided are for Judy's Junction, a restaurant in Upper Lake, California, not a daycare center in Yakima, Washington. The reviews cannot be accurately summarized for daycare quality.
Unable to assess daycare-specific qualities due to incorrect review data - 4Apple Valley Child Care/Presc4.35 score4.5(12)
1020 S 26th Ave, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children
Apple Valley Child Care/Preschool in Yakima receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff (particularly Director Angelica), strong academic preparation for kindergarten, Spanish language instruction, and family-like atmosphere that helps children excel.
Attentive and caring staffstrong kindergarten preparationSpanish language instructionclean facility - 5Rainbow Kids4.2 score4.4(5)
1113 Swan Ave, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Rainbow Kids in Yakima receives consistently high ratings from parents with long-term enrollment. Parents praise the respectful and loving staff, communication about concerns, quality food, and engaging activities. One parent noted it as a good overall place with no significant complaints.
Caring and respectful staffstrong communication with parentsloving environmentquality food - 6Stepping Stones Cc Center4.14 score4.2(12)
1623 S 7th Ave, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children
Stepping Stones CC Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 five-star reviews and 1 four-star review. Parents consistently praise the staff for being loving, caring, and individualized in their approach to each child's needs. Children show significant developmental gains in academics and social skills, and parents report feeling confident in the center's care.
Loving and caring staffwelcoming environmentindividual attention to each childsafe atmosphere - 7Catholic Charities - Carroll C4.08 score4.1(20)
5301 C Tieton Drive, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 121 children
Catholic Charities - Carroll C receives consistently high praise from parents for its comprehensive services, friendly staff, and effective programs including ABA therapy and behavioral support. Parents highlight the center's compassionate approach, affordable services, and positive impact on their children's development and family situations.
friendly and compassionate staffeffective ABA therapy and behavior programswell-maintained facilitiesaffordable services - 8La Petite Early Learning LLC3.92 score3.9(18)
1216 S 24th Ave, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
La Petite Early Learning LLC in Yakima receives consistently positive feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its caring, professional staff, child development outcomes, safety standards, and ability to address individual child needs including behavioral and emotional concerns. Parents report long-term satisfaction, with some families staying enrolled for multiple years and returning to visit after their children leave.
Friendly and caring staffpatient and communicative teachersclean facilitysafe environment - 9Ymca Summer Day Camp3.92 score3.9(20)
5 N Naches Ave, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 4.9/5 average rating. Parents praise the facility's extensive amenities, affordable pricing, friendly staff, and family-friendly environment. The center offers multiple recreation options including pools, basketball courts, gym equipment, and youth programs.
Affordable membership rates ($35-50/month)extensive facilities (poolbasketball courtsracquetball courts - 10Kids Sensations3.85 score3.7(5)
7 S 7th Ave, Yakima, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Kids Sensations receives mixed reviews with three 5-star ratings praising staff quality, communication, and a secure environment, but two 1-star reviews citing lack of supervision, staff phone use during outdoor play, and poor communication/care for health needs.
Caring and attentive staffgood communication about incidentssecurity features with cameraswelcoming environment
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Highest rated daycares in Yakima based on parent reviews
Sonshine Child Care Center
7805 Tieton Drive, Yakima, WA
Sonshine Child Care Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and quality educational programming. Parents consistently report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and appreciated the facility's ample space, reliable hours, and engaging activities.
Chalet Dental Clinic
6006 Summitview, Yakima, WA
This is not a daycare center but a dental clinic. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the friendly, professional staff, skilled hygienists, and comfortable patient experience. Patients highlight painless cleanings, clear communication, and accommodating care.
Judys Junction
10604 Wide Hollow Road, Yakima, WA
There appears to be a data mismatch - the reviews provided are for Judy's Junction, a restaurant in Upper Lake, California, not a daycare center in Yakima, Washington. The reviews cannot be accurately summarized for daycare quality.
Country Kids Child Dev
909 N 21st Ave, Yakima, WA
Easter Seals Janes House
1101 S 13th Ave, Yakima, WA
Apple Valley Child Care/Presc
1020 S 26th Ave, Yakima, WA
Apple Valley Child Care/Preschool in Yakima receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff (particularly Director Angelica), strong academic preparation for kindergarten, Spanish language instruction, and family-like atmosphere that helps children excel.
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Daycare Centers in Yakima, Washington
There are 48 daycare centers in Yakima, 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 Yakima, 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 Yakima
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- 2700 Old Naches Hwy, Yakima, WA
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Sonshine Child Care Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and quality educational programming. Parents consistently report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and appreciated the facility's ample space, reliable hours, and engaging activities.
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- 7805 Tieton Drive, Yakima, WA
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- 315 North 5th Avenue, Yakima, WA
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- 212 East F Street, Yakima, WA
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- 2902 Castlevale Road, Yakima, WA
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- 1214 West Chestnut Ave, Yakima, WA
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- 909 N 21st Ave, Yakima, WA
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- 1101 S 13th Ave, Yakima, WA
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This is not a daycare center but a dental clinic. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the friendly, professional staff, skilled hygienists, and comfortable patient experience. Patients highlight painless cleanings, clear communication, and accommodating care.
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- 6006 Summitview, Yakima, WA
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There appears to be a data mismatch - the reviews provided are for Judy's Junction, a restaurant in Upper Lake, California, not a daycare center in Yakima, Washington. The reviews cannot be accurately summarized for daycare quality.
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- 10604 Wide Hollow Road, Yakima, WA
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Apple Valley Child Care/Preschool in Yakima receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff (particularly Director Angelica), strong academic preparation for kindergarten, Spanish language instruction, and family-like atmosphere that helps children excel.
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- 1020 S 26th Ave, Yakima, WA
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- 701 Superior Lane, Yakima, WA
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Rainbow Kids in Yakima receives consistently high ratings from parents with long-term enrollment. Parents praise the respectful and loving staff, communication about concerns, quality food, and engaging activities. One parent noted it as a good overall place with no significant complaints.
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- 1113 Swan Ave, Yakima, WA
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Stepping Stones CC Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 five-star reviews and 1 four-star review. Parents consistently praise the staff for being loving, caring, and individualized in their approach to each child's needs. Children show significant developmental gains in academics and social skills, and parents report feeling confident in the center's care.
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- 1623 S 7th Ave, Yakima, WA
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Catholic Charities - Carroll C receives consistently high praise from parents for its comprehensive services, friendly staff, and effective programs including ABA therapy and behavioral support. Parents highlight the center's compassionate approach, affordable services, and positive impact on their children's development and family situations.
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- 5301 C Tieton Drive, Yakima, WA
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- 3431 Maple Way, Yakima, WA
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- 7203 Mieras Road, Yakima, WA
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La Petite Early Learning LLC in Yakima receives consistently positive feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its caring, professional staff, child development outcomes, safety standards, and ability to address individual child needs including behavioral and emotional concerns. Parents report long-term satisfaction, with some families staying enrolled for multiple years and returning to visit after their children leave.
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- 1216 S 24th Ave, Yakima, WA
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Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 4.9/5 average rating. Parents praise the facility's extensive amenities, affordable pricing, friendly staff, and family-friendly environment. The center offers multiple recreation options including pools, basketball courts, gym equipment, and youth programs.
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- 5 N Naches Ave, Yakima, WA
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Reviews primarily focus on the facility as an event rental space rather than daycare services. The center is praised for its spacious layout, storage, and suitability for group functions, though some concerns exist about maintenance costs and outdated amenities.
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- 4209 Terrace Heights Road, Yakima, WA
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Kids Sensations receives mixed reviews with three 5-star ratings praising staff quality, communication, and a secure environment, but two 1-star reviews citing lack of supervision, staff phone use during outdoor play, and poor communication/care for health needs.
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- 7 S 7th Ave, Yakima, WA
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A CHILD'S PLACE YAKIMA receives mixed reviews. Three parents praise the staff's attentiveness, communication, security features, and caring approach to their children. However, two parents reported serious concerns including lack of supervision, staff phone use during outdoor play, poor communication about child care, and inadequate attention to a child's medical needs.
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- 402 N 2nd Street, Yakima, WA
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Carroll Children's Summer Sojo receives mixed reviews with four 5-star ratings and two 1-star ratings. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, structured routines, academic and social development, and cleanliness. Negative reviewers report serious concerns about staff conduct with infants and poor communication/responsiveness.
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- 511 N 44th Ave, Yakima, WA
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- 607 S 36th Ave, Yakima, WA
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Taylor Tots 2 has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise staff members like Laura, Rita, Tammy, and Autumn for being dedicated and supportive, with one parent reporting 12+ years of attendance. However, multiple negative reviews cite serious concerns including favoritism, neglect, safety issues with allergen exposure, lost belongings, inconsistent schedules, and unprofessional conduct.
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- 1 West Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA
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This listing appears to be incorrectly categorized as a daycare center; all reviews are for a hospital/medical facility. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive regarding medical care and staff professionalism, though some concerns about infrastructure and individual provider performance are noted.
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- 2811 Tieton Drive, Yakima, WA
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- 641 N Keys Road, Yakima, WA
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- 6403 Summitview, Yakima, WA
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- 3912 W Logan Ave, Yakima, WA
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- 721 Keys Road, Yakima, WA
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Frequently asked questions
- 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