How do I choose the right daycare in Lacey?

When choosing a daycare in Lacey, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lacey, Washington (21 Results)

Q: 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 Lacey for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lacey

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.

Mini Skool Early Lrn Ctr

4.64 score

4.8(20)

4110 Sixth Ave Ne, Lacey, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 128 children

Parents consistently praise Mini Skool Early Learning Center (also referred to as Cadence Academy) for exceptional staff care, child development, and safe learning environment. Children reportedly transition well, enjoy attending daily, and thrive academically and emotionally. Parents appreciate strong communication, engaging activities, outdoor time, and healthy meals.

Caring and attentive staffsafe environmentchild engagement and learningpositive transitions and emotional growth

Lakeview Day Care Center

4.52 score

4.7(14)

4640 Ruddell Road Se, Lacey, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Lakeview Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a clean, safe, and caring facility with knowledgeable staff who treat children like their own. Parents highlight the center's affordability, individualized attention, developmental support, and ability to create a family-like environment where children thrive emotionally and socially.

Clean and safe facilityAffordable pricingCaring and knowledgeable staffStrong communication with parents

First Steps Cdc II

4.15 score

4.2(15)

5117 Lacey Blvd, Lacey, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

First Steps CDC II receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the center's focus on individualized child development, educational activities, outdoor play, and strong teacher-child relationships. The facility is credited with effectively preparing children for kindergarten.

Experienced long-term staffsmall class sizes with one-on-one attentionindividualized child development appro

First Steps Cdc

4.15 score

4.2(15)

5109 Lacey Blvd, Lacey, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

First Steps CDC receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, long-term staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight strong communication, developmental preparation for kindergarten, and individualized attention in appropriately-sized classrooms. The center is commended for accepting children with foster care and adoption backgrounds and maintaining stable staffing over many years.

Caring and loving stafflow staff turnoversmall class sizes with one-on-one attentionstrong communication with parents

Kids Choice

4.08 score

4.1(20)

7503 Pacific Avenue Se, Lacey, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

These reviews appear to be for a medical clinic (Lacey Family Clinic) rather than a daycare center. The reviews praise the healthcare provider Nayeon Kim and staff for being attentive, professional, and compassionate. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting excellent patient care and listening skills.

Professional staffattentive providerbilingual serviceswelcoming environment

Tutor Time Cc Lacey

4.08 score

4.1(20)

1401 Marvin Road, Ste 210, Lacey, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 136 children

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time CC Lacey for its dramatic transformation under new management, warm and caring staff, and welcoming environment. Multiple reviews highlight strong teacher-child bonds, developmental support, and compassionate care that extends to families. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and parents feel confident leaving their children in this facility's care.

Friendly and professional staffwarm welcoming environmentstaff go above and beyond (giftscare packages

City Kids Cdc And Preschool

4 score

4(15)

4325 Lacey Blvd Se, Lacey, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

City Kids CDC and Preschool in Lacey receives consistent praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, compassionate staff, strong developmental focus, and family-like environment. The center is commended for accommodating hours and going above and beyond to support children's individual growth and needs.

Caring and compassionate staffsupportive of developmental delaysstrong focus on social-emotional skillsclean and cozy environment

Mini Skool Early Learning Ctr

3.68 score

3.6(20)

8911 Martin Way E, Lacey, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 119 children

Parents consistently praise Mini Skool Early Learning Center for its warm, welcoming staff and nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers report significant developmental progress in their children, from academic skills to social-emotional growth, and note that children are happy and excited to attend daily.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming and warm environmentstrong developmental progress in academics and social skillsexcellent communication with parents

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lacey, Washington

There are 21 child daycare & preschools in Lacey, 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 Lacey, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 21 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lacey, Washington. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Lacey, 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 Lacey for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Lacey 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.

21 Child Daycare & Preschools in Lacey, Washington