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

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Milton, Washington. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Milton?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Milton have an average Google rating of 3.52 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 17% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Milton?

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

Are daycares in Milton licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Milton 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 Milton, WA — Compare 6+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Milton

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
Character Clubhouse
4.4 score
4.5(20)
1504 17th Ave, Milton, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children
Character Clubhouse is a character entertainment service (not a traditional daycare) based in Milton, Washington that receives consistently high praise for birthday party experiences. Parents highlight professional, punctual performers in quality costumes who create magical memories for children of all ages and abilities. The company is noted for excellent customer service and flexibility in adapting to circumstances like weather changes.
Professional and punctual staffhigh-quality character costumeskid-friendly performersaccommodating and flexible
2
La Petite School Care Program
4.07 score
4.1(11)
2800 Milton Way, Suite 17, Milton, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children
LA PETITE SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM in Milton receives predominantly positive reviews (8 five-star ratings) praising staff quality, safety measures, educational programs, and communication with parents. Two one-star reviews cite issues with waitlist management and unresponsiveness, and one historical account describes past problems with lice, food handling, and staff conduct.
caring and professional staffstrong safety and security measuresflexible schedulingclean facility
3
Rainbow Connection Child Care
3.87 score
3.8(10)
2501 Milton Way, Milton, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
Rainbow Connection Child Care receives mostly very positive reviews (6 five-star ratings) praising staff compassion, developmental support, and homemade meals, but two one-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff behavior, lack of supervision, and poor communication. The facility appears to excel with special needs children but has faced criticism regarding discipline practices and safety protocols.
Compassionate and caring staffexcellent support for children with a
4
Childrens Character Club
3.87 score
3.8(10)
2414 Milton Way, Milton, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children
Children's Character Club receives predominantly positive reviews (6 five-star ratings) praising staff care, flexibility with special needs, homemade food, and early/late hours. However, two one-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff behavior toward children, lack of supervision, poor communication, and safety issues.
Compassionate and dedicated staffdirector Courtney highly praisedaccommodating to children with special needs and autismhomemade meals and homegrown vegetables
5
La Petite III
3.12 score
2.9(20)
2800 Milton Way, Suite 16, Milton, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 104 children
This appears to be a medical clinic, not a daycare center. The reviews are for CHI Milton/Franciscan clinic in Milton, Washington, not LA PETITE III daycare. This summary cannot be completed as requested due to incorrect facility information.
Not applicable - wrong facility type

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Milton

4.5 - 5.0

1

4.0 - 4.4

1

3.0 - 3.9

2

Below 3

2

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Milton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
98354	6	3.52	1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Milton (29–104 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Milton based on parent reviews

Character Clubhouse

4.5(20)

1504 17th Ave, Milton, WA

Character Clubhouse is a character entertainment service (not a traditional daycare) based in Milton, Washington that receives consistently high praise for birthday party experiences. Parents highlight professional, punctual performers in quality costumes who create magical memories for children of all ages and abilities. The company is noted for excellent customer service and flexibility in adapting to circumstances like weather changes.

Professional and punctual staffhigh-quality character costumeskid-friendly performers

La Petite School Care Program

4.1(11)

2800 Milton Way, Suite 17, Milton, WA

LA PETITE SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM in Milton receives predominantly positive reviews (8 five-star ratings) praising staff quality, safety measures, educational programs, and communication with parents. Two one-star reviews cite issues with waitlist management and unresponsiveness, and one historical account describes past problems with lice, food handling, and staff conduct.

caring and professional staffstrong safety and security measuresflexible scheduling

Rainbow Connection Child Care

3.8(10)

2501 Milton Way, Milton, WA

Rainbow Connection Child Care receives mostly very positive reviews (6 five-star ratings) praising staff compassion, developmental support, and homemade meals, but two one-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff behavior, lack of supervision, and poor communication. The facility appears to excel with special needs children but has faced criticism regarding discipline practices and safety protocols.

Compassionate and caring staffexcellent support for children with a

Childrens Character Club

3.8(10)

2414 Milton Way, Milton, WA

Children's Character Club receives predominantly positive reviews (6 five-star ratings) praising staff care, flexibility with special needs, homemade food, and early/late hours. However, two one-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff behavior toward children, lack of supervision, poor communication, and safety issues.

Compassionate and dedicated staffdirector Courtney highly praisedaccommodating to children with special needs and autism

La Petite III

2.9(20)

2800 Milton Way, Suite 16, Milton, WA

This appears to be a medical clinic, not a daycare center. The reviews are for CHI Milton/Franciscan clinic in Milton, Washington, not LA PETITE III daycare. This summary cannot be completed as requested due to incorrect facility information.

Not applicable - wrong facility type

Champions At Discovery

2(4)

1205 19th Avenue, Milton, WA

One parent reports a highly positive experience with caring and patient staff, while three separate reviewers describe the program as unprofessional, unorganized, and lacking in basic communication or integrity. Specific complaints highlight an area manager's unresponsiveness, billing errors, and allegations that staff ignore bullying and fail to greet families. Despite one child's enjoyment, the majority of feedback cites serious administrative failures and a lack of trust in the program's management.

caring staffpatient staffwonderful staff

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Milton, Washington

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Milton, 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 Milton have an average rating of 3.52 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 17% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.52 stars. Our analysis covers 75 parent reviews.

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

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Milton, WA

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