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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Stanwood, WA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Stanwood. Average rating: 4.15/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Stanwood, Washington at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.15/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Stanwood has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 4.15/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stanwood

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
    Green Acres
    4.28 score
    4.4(12)

    27428 72nd Ave Nw, Stanwood, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children

    Green Acres is highly regarded by parents for providing attentive, loving care with strong communication and responsive staff. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, structured curriculum, and safe environment, noting that children thrive academically and emotionally. The owners and teachers are described as caring and accommodating, with children enjoying attending the center.

    attentive and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facilitystructured curriculum by age group
  2. 2
    Josephine Sunset Home
    3.92 score
    3.9(17)

    9901 272nd Place Nw, Stanwood, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 111 children

    Parents consistently praise Josephine Sunset Home's staff as caring, patient, and professional. The unique intergenerational program connecting children with senior residents is highlighted as beneficial for child development. Parents report significant positive changes in their children's behavior and social skills, particularly for those with special needs.

    Caring and professional staffpatience with behavioral challengesstrong special needs trainingintergenerational programming with senior residents

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Stanwood

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
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Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Stanwood (82–111 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Stanwood based on parent reviews

Green Acres

4.4(12)

27428 72nd Ave Nw, Stanwood, WA

Green Acres is highly regarded by parents for providing attentive, loving care with strong communication and responsive staff. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, structured curriculum, and safe environment, noting that children thrive academically and emotionally. The owners and teachers are described as caring and accommodating, with children enjoying attending the center.

attentive and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facility

Josephine Sunset Home

3.9(17)

9901 272nd Place Nw, Stanwood, WA

Parents consistently praise Josephine Sunset Home's staff as caring, patient, and professional. The unique intergenerational program connecting children with senior residents is highlighted as beneficial for child development. Parents report significant positive changes in their children's behavior and social skills, particularly for those with special needs.

Caring and professional staffpatience with behavioral challengesstrong special needs training

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Stanwood, Washington

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Stanwood, 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 Stanwood have an average rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.15 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Stanwood, 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 Stanwood

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Green Acres
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Green Acres is highly regarded by parents for providing attentive, loving care with strong communication and responsive staff. Parents consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, structured curriculum, and safe environment, noting that children thrive academically and emotionally. The owners and teachers are described as caring and accommodating, with children enjoying attending the center.

attentive and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facility
Address
27428 72nd Ave Nw, Stanwood, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Josephine Sunset Home
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Josephine Sunset Home's staff as caring, patient, and professional. The unique intergenerational program connecting children with senior residents is highlighted as beneficial for child development. Parents report significant positive changes in their children's behavior and social skills, particularly for those with special needs.

Caring and professional staffpatience with behavioral challengesstrong special needs training
Address
9901 272nd Place Nw, Stanwood, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Stanwood Early Learning Cc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9322 271st, Ste A 9, Stanwood, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Stanwood, Washington. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Stanwood have an average Google rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Stanwood, 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 Stanwood for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Stanwood 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.