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6 Child Daycare & Preschools in Ellensburg, Washington

Browse all 6 child daycare & preschools in Ellensburg, Washington. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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.

  1. 1
    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
  2. 2
    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

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ellensburg based on parent reviews

Creative Kids Learning Center

5(11)

1201 North B Street, Ellensburg, WA

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 parents

Cwu - Rainbow Center

4.4(20)

715 Dean Nicholson Blvd, Rm 109, Ellensburg, WA

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

Cma Daycare

5

1407 North B St, Ellensburg, WA

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Daycare types in Ellensburg

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Ellensburg, Washington

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Ellensburg, Washington, making up 86% of the 7 total childcare facilities in the city. 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.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Ellensburg

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Cma Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1407 North B St, Ellensburg, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Creative Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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 parents
Address
1201 North B Street, Ellensburg, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Cwu - Rainbow Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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
Address
715 Dean Nicholson Blvd, Rm 109, Ellensburg, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Early Childhood Learning Cent
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1900 Brooklane, Ellensburg, WA
Phone
(509) 963-1744
Munchkinland
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1006 S Ruby, Ellensburg, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Afterschool Safe Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1307 East Third Avenue, Ellensburg, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Ellensburg, Washington, out of 7 total childcare facilities in the city. 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.