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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lake Stevens, WA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Lake Stevens. Average rating: 4.83/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lake Stevens, Washington at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.83/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Lake Stevens offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.83/5.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lake Stevens

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.

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    Sherwood Learning Center
    4.32 score
    4.5(9)

    402 91st Avenue Ne, Lake Stevens, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

    Sherwood Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for therapeutic services including speech, occupational, and physical therapy. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff who provide inclusive services and make children feel supported, with special recognition for helping children with developmental delays and special needs thrive.

    Caring and dedicated staffexcellent therapeutic services (speech/OT/PT)inclusive approach to special needssmooth transitions from early intervention

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Lake Stevens

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lake Stevens (49–136 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lake Stevens based on parent reviews

Lake Stevens Christian

5(3)

9805 31st Place Ne, Lake Stevens, WA

Parents highlight the center's nurturing staff, individualized care, and comprehensive daily support including meals and transportation. Reviewers describe the environment as safe and family-like, with strong satisfaction regarding nap routines and educational engagement.

Wonderful and understanding staffpersonalized attention to individual needshealthy meals and snacks provided

Sherwood Learning Center

4.5(9)

402 91st Avenue Ne, Lake Stevens, WA

Sherwood Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for therapeutic services including speech, occupational, and physical therapy. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff who provide inclusive services and make children feel supported, with special recognition for helping children with developmental delays and special needs thrive.

Caring and dedicated staffexcellent therapeutic services (speech/OT/PT)inclusive approach to special needs

Country Dawn Kindergarten

5

1816 S Lake Stevens Drive, Lake Stevens, WA

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Lake Stevens, Washington

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Lake Stevens, 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 Lake Stevens have an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lake Stevens, 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 Lake Stevens

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Lake Stevens Christian
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's nurturing staff, individualized care, and comprehensive daily support including meals and transportation. Reviewers describe the environment as safe and family-like, with strong satisfaction regarding nap routines and educational engagement.

Wonderful and understanding staffpersonalized attention to individual needshealthy meals and snacks provided
Address
9805 31st Place Ne, Lake Stevens, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Country Dawn Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1816 S Lake Stevens Drive, Lake Stevens, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Sherwood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Sherwood Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for therapeutic services including speech, occupational, and physical therapy. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff who provide inclusive services and make children feel supported, with special recognition for helping children with developmental delays and special needs thrive.

Caring and dedicated staffexcellent therapeutic services (speech/OT/PT)inclusive approach to special needs
Address
402 91st Avenue Ne, Lake Stevens, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lake Stevens, Washington. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Lake Stevens have an average Google rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lake Stevens, 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 Lake Stevens for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lake Stevens 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.