How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Gig Harbor, Washington?

There are 17 child daycare & preschools daycares in Gig Harbor, Washington. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Gig Harbor?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Gig Harbor have an average Google rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Gig Harbor?

When choosing a daycare in Gig Harbor, 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

What is the average cost of daycare in Washington?

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 Gig Harbor for current pricing.

Are daycares in Gig Harbor licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Gig Harbor 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Gig Harbor, WA — Compare 17+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gig Harbor

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
Cottesmore Christian C.C.
4.64 score
4.8(20)
2909-14th Ave Nw, Gig Harbor, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Note: These reviews appear to be for a senior care/rehabilitation facility, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, welcoming environment, and compassionate staff. Visitors highlight excellent medical care, responsive administration, and positive patient outcomes.
Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and caring staffskilled therapists (OT/PT)responsive doctors
2
Beginnings Childcare LLC
4.27 score
4.5(6)
3909 Grandview St, Gig Harbor, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Beginnings Childcare LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current families, with parents praising the attentive and caring staff who create a calm, inclusive environment and communicate effectively. One parent reported poor communication and frustration after being on the waitlist for months without clarity on enrollment. Current enrolled families consistently highlight the center's responsiveness, individual attention to children, and quality care across multiple age groups.
Attentive and caring staffcalm environmentstrong communication with parentsindividual attention to children's needs
3
Cottesmore Cdc
4.07 score
4.1(10)
8402 Skansie Ave, Gig Harbor, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Cottesmore CDC receives overwhelming praise from most parents, who highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication through daily app updates, and ample outdoor playtime. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about director qualifications, overcrowding, understaffing, and child safety issues.
Kind and attentive staffexcellent communication via app updates with photos and videosabundant outdoor playtimestable staff retention
4
In His Hands Learning Center
3.93 score
3.9(15)
14405 Peacock Hill Ave Nw, Gig Harbor, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
In His Hands Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and staff. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, clean facility, organized curriculum, and safe environment where children thrive. Multiple reviewers highlight the supportive leadership and strong team dynamic among employees.
caring and attentive teacherswell-organized curriculum and daily scheduleclean facilitystructured activities and field trips

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Gig Harbor

4.5 - 5.0

2

4.0 - 4.4

1

3.0 - 3.9

1

Below 3

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Best Rated Neighborhoods

Gig Harbor zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
98335	13	4.4	2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gig Harbor (16–134 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gig Harbor based on parent reviews

Cottesmore Christian C.C.

4.8(20)

2909-14th Ave Nw, Gig Harbor, WA

Note: These reviews appear to be for a senior care/rehabilitation facility, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, welcoming environment, and compassionate staff. Visitors highlight excellent medical care, responsive administration, and positive patient outcomes.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and caring staffskilled therapists (OT/PT)

Beginnings Childcare LLC

4.5(6)

3909 Grandview St, Gig Harbor, WA

Beginnings Childcare LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current families, with parents praising the attentive and caring staff who create a calm, inclusive environment and communicate effectively. One parent reported poor communication and frustration after being on the waitlist for months without clarity on enrollment. Current enrolled families consistently highlight the center's responsiveness, individual attention to children, and quality care across multiple age groups.

Attentive and caring staffcalm environmentstrong communication with parents

Cottesmore Cdc

4.1(10)

8402 Skansie Ave, Gig Harbor, WA

Cottesmore CDC receives overwhelming praise from most parents, who highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication through daily app updates, and ample outdoor playtime. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about director qualifications, overcrowding, understaffing, and child safety issues.

Kind and attentive staffexcellent communication via app updates with photos and videosabundant outdoor playtime

In His Hands Learning Center

3.9(15)

14405 Peacock Hill Ave Nw, Gig Harbor, WA

In His Hands Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and staff. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, clean facility, organized curriculum, and safe environment where children thrive. Multiple reviewers highlight the supportive leadership and strong team dynamic among employees.

caring and attentive teacherswell-organized curriculum and daily scheduleclean facility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Gig Harbor, Washington

There are 17 child daycare & preschools in Gig Harbor, 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 Gig Harbor have an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.33 stars. Our analysis covers 81 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Gig Harbor, 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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