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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Chehalis, WA

Compare 7 child daycare & preschools in Chehalis. Average rating: 3.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Chehalis, Washington at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
3.63/5
Parent reviews
42
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Chehalis has 7 licensed child daycare & preschools with 42 parent reviews averaging 3.63/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chehalis

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
    Wellspring Kids Christian Ctr
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    603 Nw St Helens Avenue, Chehalis, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Reviews praise Wellspring Kids Christian Center for its welcoming atmosphere and community feel. Parents highlight positive experiences with church services, leadership, and the facility's historic building in Ellensburg.

    welcoming staffheartfelt worshipquality events (outdoor service and BBQ)pastoral leadership
  2. 2
    Chehalis Childrens Center
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    337 S Market Blvd, Chehalis, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    NOTE: The reviews provided appear to be for a pediatrician's office, not the Chehalis Childrens Center daycare. Parents consistently praise the pediatric practice for its supportive, unhurried approach, personable staff, and welcoming environment. The facility is commended for making children comfortable and addressing parental concerns thoroughly.

    Patient and attentive doctorssupportive of parental choicesbeautiful and artistic office decorquick appointment availability including same-day/next-day appointments
  3. 3
    Little Inspirations
    3.69 score
    3.5(8)

    1553 Sw Pacific Avenue, Chehalis, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children

    Little Inspirations receives mostly positive reviews (5/5 ratings) from parents who praise the staff's care, communication, organization, and developmental focus. However, a few negative reviews raise concerns about food portions/budget constraints and inconsistent management behavior and staff performance.

    Experienced and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsorganized and clean facilityeducational curriculum

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Chehalis

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
2

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Chehalis zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
985327
3.63
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Chehalis (12–50 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Chehalis based on parent reviews

Wellspring Kids Christian Ctr

5(5)

603 Nw St Helens Avenue, Chehalis, WA

Reviews praise Wellspring Kids Christian Center for its welcoming atmosphere and community feel. Parents highlight positive experiences with church services, leadership, and the facility's historic building in Ellensburg.

welcoming staffheartfelt worshipquality events (outdoor service and BBQ)

Learning Tree Of Chehalis

4(2)

1787 Kresky Ave, Chehalis, WA

One parent describes their daughter thriving socially and forming strong bonds with teachers and peers at the center, leading to a lasting relationship with the staff. Another parent states that both of their children felt truly loved and cared for, describing the environment as a home away from home.

strong teacher-student bondssocialization opportunitiesloving and caring environment

Chehalis Childrens Center

3.9(20)

337 S Market Blvd, Chehalis, WA

NOTE: The reviews provided appear to be for a pediatrician's office, not the Chehalis Childrens Center daycare. Parents consistently praise the pediatric practice for its supportive, unhurried approach, personable staff, and welcoming environment. The facility is commended for making children comfortable and addressing parental concerns thoroughly.

Patient and attentive doctorssupportive of parental choicesbeautiful and artistic office decor

Little Inspirations

3.5(8)

1553 Sw Pacific Avenue, Chehalis, WA

Little Inspirations receives mostly positive reviews (5/5 ratings) from parents who praise the staff's care, communication, organization, and developmental focus. However, a few negative reviews raise concerns about food portions/budget constraints and inconsistent management behavior and staff performance.

Experienced and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsorganized and clean facility

Kids N Me Childrens Center

2.8(3)

1309 Bishop Rd, Chehalis, WA

Feedback for this center is divided, with one parent highlighting exceptional staff dedication and flexibility, while others report serious hygiene issues including untreated dirty diapers, frequent illnesses, and head lice. Despite the high rating from one long-term family, negative experiences focus on staff negligence regarding child care and cleanliness standards.

supportive ownerflexible policieshigh quality care

Mother Hubbards Day Care

2.6(4)

856 Nw Folsom, Chehalis, WA

One parent strongly recommends the center, praising the teachers for treating children like their own. Conversely, three separate reviews allege severe negligence, including leaving children unsupervised and allowing a child to wander outside, which prompted a CPS complaint and calls for closure.

Teachers are nice and treat children like their own

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Chehalis, Washington

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

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Chehalis have an average rating of 3.63 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 17% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.63 stars. Our analysis covers 42 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Chehalis

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Wellspring Kids Christian Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviews praise Wellspring Kids Christian Center for its welcoming atmosphere and community feel. Parents highlight positive experiences with church services, leadership, and the facility's historic building in Ellensburg.

welcoming staffheartfelt worshipquality events (outdoor service and BBQ)
Address
603 Nw St Helens Avenue, Chehalis, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Learning Tree Of Chehalis
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes their daughter thriving socially and forming strong bonds with teachers and peers at the center, leading to a lasting relationship with the staff. Another parent states that both of their children felt truly loved and cared for, describing the environment as a home away from home.

strong teacher-student bondssocialization opportunitiesloving and caring environment
Address
1787 Kresky Ave, Chehalis, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Chehalis Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

NOTE: The reviews provided appear to be for a pediatrician's office, not the Chehalis Childrens Center daycare. Parents consistently praise the pediatric practice for its supportive, unhurried approach, personable staff, and welcoming environment. The facility is commended for making children comfortable and addressing parental concerns thoroughly.

Patient and attentive doctorssupportive of parental choicesbeautiful and artistic office decor
Address
337 S Market Blvd, Chehalis, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Inspirations
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Little Inspirations receives mostly positive reviews (5/5 ratings) from parents who praise the staff's care, communication, organization, and developmental focus. However, a few negative reviews raise concerns about food portions/budget constraints and inconsistent management behavior and staff performance.

Experienced and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsorganized and clean facility
Address
1553 Sw Pacific Avenue, Chehalis, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids N Me Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Feedback for this center is divided, with one parent highlighting exceptional staff dedication and flexibility, while others report serious hygiene issues including untreated dirty diapers, frequent illnesses, and head lice. Despite the high rating from one long-term family, negative experiences focus on staff negligence regarding child care and cleanliness standards.

supportive ownerflexible policieshigh quality care
Address
1309 Bishop Rd, Chehalis, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Mother Hubbards Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

One parent strongly recommends the center, praising the teachers for treating children like their own. Conversely, three separate reviews allege severe negligence, including leaving children unsupervised and allowing a child to wander outside, which prompted a CPS complaint and calls for closure.

Teachers are nice and treat children like their own
Address
856 Nw Folsom, Chehalis, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
So Sound Ymca Cascade Elem
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
89 Sw 3rd Street, Chehalis, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Chehalis, Washington. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Chehalis have an average Google rating of 3.63 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 17% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Chehalis, 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 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 Chehalis for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Chehalis 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.