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

There are 122 child daycare & preschools daycares in Tacoma, Washington, out of 124 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

How do I choose the right daycare in Tacoma?

When choosing a daycare in Tacoma, 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 types of daycare are available in Tacoma?

Tacoma offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 122 facilities Church Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

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 Tacoma for current pricing.

Are daycares in Tacoma licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Tacoma 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Tacoma, Washington (122 Results)

Tcc Children'S Center

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Address: 6501 South 19th Street, #23, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

Sunrise Early Education Cntr I

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Sunrise Early Education Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the exceptional, caring staff (particularly Melissa, Nick, and Julie), thoughtful curriculum that balances learning through play with social-emotional development, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and visibly growing academically and developmentally.

Caring and experienced teacherspersonalized attention to individua

Address: 2229 South 19th Street, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Time For Tots Child Care Cent

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Address: 3902 N Cheyenne, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Little Lamb Childrens Center

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Address: 1122 S Woodlawn, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Shining Stars C

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Parents consistently praise Shining Stars for exceptional cleanliness, attentive care, and the owner's warm, nurturing approach. The facility supports child development through individualized attention, communication with parents, and a well-organized, renovated space. Children are reported to be happy, comfortable, and excited to attend.

Cleanliness and hygieneOwner Karen/Kiran is warm and caringCurrent on licensing and certifications

Address: 1602 Martin Luther King Way, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Sunrise Early Education Cntr

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Address: 1623 So 11th Street, Tacoma, WA
Phone: (176) 112-2955

Abc Childrens Center

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Address: 8545-27th Street West, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Neverland Childcare And

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Parents consistently praise Neverland Childcare for its caring, dedicated staff led by Mrs. Chelsea, noting strong social and academic development in their children. Families highlight the engaging activities, creative arts and crafts, and warm, family-like environment that makes drop-offs easy and children eager to attend.

Caring and compassionate teachersstrong academic and social developmentcreative arts and crafts activities

Address: 7629 South L Street, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Bates Early Childhood Learnin

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Address: 1101 So Yakima Avenue M117, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

Kids Korner V

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Address: 4806 So 66th St, Tacoma, WA
Phone: (176) 023-3985

Cozy Corner Child Care INC

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Cozy Corner Child Care Inc receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality care, and loving approach of the staff, noting that their children enjoy attending and come home happy.

welcoming environmentcaring and loving staffquality childcare

Address: 1129 East 72nd Street, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Champions At Downing

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Address: 2502 North Orchard Street, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Champions At Roosevelt

Child Daycare & Preschools

5

Address: 3550 East Roosevelt, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Midlands Kiddie Korral

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9

Parents consistently praise Midlands Kiddie Korral for its warm, caring staff, clean and safe facility, and engaging curriculum that sparks children's learning and creativity. Children are reported to be happy, confident, and excited about attending, with strong parent-staff communication and individualized attention to each child. The daycare demonstrates particular strength in helping children with separation anxiety and supporting overall social and emotional growth.

Caring and patient staffclean and safe facilityengaging educational activities and curriculum

Address: 1703 East 99th, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

Lambs Of Faith Extended Care

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8

Address: 119 S 96th St, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Growing Pains Learning Center

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8

Growing Pains Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, low turnover, small class sizes, and homey atmosphere. One parent expressed concerns about inconsistent infant care quality, bottle tracking accuracy, limited toddler space, and the tone used with toddlers.

Caring and consistent stafflow turnoversmall class sizes with individual attention

Address: 1674 S Geiger St, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

Emmanuel Lutheran Child Care

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7

Address: 1315 North Stevens, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Our Future Leaders El INC

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7

Our Future Leaders EL Inc receives strong praise for staff professionalism, care quality, and child development, particularly for infants and toddlers. Most parents highly recommend the facility. However, one parent reported a negative experience with sudden enrollment termination and poor communication from management.

friendly and caring staffprofessional carechild development and learning

Address: 1015 S 92nd St, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Life Christian Dc Center

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for a church/religious center rather than a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming and friendly atmosphere, quality worship services, and well-produced events. Attendees report feeling at home and spiritually fulfilled.

Welcoming and friendly environmentclean facilitiestalented performers and musicians

Address: 1717 South Union, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

Trinity Lutheran Child Care

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6

Trinity Lutheran Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff noted for their caring approach, strong communication, and structured curriculum that supports child development across academic, social, and behavioral areas. Parents appreciate the safe environment, experienced leadership, and activities that balance learning with play. The facility has recently improved under new leadership and maintains a good reputation in the community.

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Address: 12115 Park Ave South, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

Knowledge Kollege Daycare Cen

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Bethlehem Baptist Church, not Knowledge Kollege Daycare Center. No actual daycare reviews are available for this facility.

None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare

Address: 4818 Portland Avenue, Tacoma, WA
Phone: (176) 021-1552

Multicultural Childcare Cente

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6

Parents consistently praise Multicultural Childcare Center for its caring, family-like staff who build strong bonds with each child. Reviewers highlight the center's comprehensive programming, inclusive approach to special needs, and commitment to community. Multiple parents report driving long distances to keep their children enrolled.

Caring and attentive staff with low turnoverstrong teacher-child relationshipsspecial needs accommodation

Address: 2021 South 19th Street, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

Kidzone Learning Center

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6

Kidzone Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, clean environment. Parents report their children show significant growth in confidence, social skills, and learning while feeling secure and happy at the facility.

caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilityeducational activities and learning opportunities

Address: 1101 112th Street East, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

Olympic View Christian Dc

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5

Address: 201 Browns Point Blvd Ne, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

Christian Brotherhood Academy

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4

Address: 2136 S Mlk Jr Way, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE

First Learning Tree Dc Ctr

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4

First Learning Tree DC Ctr receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring teachers, affordable tuition, multilingual environment, and clean facilities. However, one parent reported their 4-year-old was terminated after less than a month for difficulty following directions and not sitting still during circle time, citing poor communication and a dismissive staff member.

Loving and communicative teachersaffordable tuitionmultilingual learning

Address: 1328 South 84th Street, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
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Puget Sound Christian School

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3

Puget Sound Christian School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the attentive and professional staff, creative learning activities, and caring atmosphere. Parents highlight staff members like Miss Betty as instrumental in their children's excitement about attending. One parent reported concerns about discrimination against disabled children, contrasting with another parent's account of the center providing excellent support for a child with delays.

attentive and professional staffcreative activitiesvocabulary development

Address: 1740 South 84th Street, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
Quality

Children Of Hope Childcare

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2

Address: 1937 South G Street, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
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Precious Times

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2

Precious Times receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the cleanliness, staff quality, and developmental care provided to children ages 0-12 years. However, there are two negative reviews citing issues with behavior management and a serious incident involving child custody in November 2021.

Clean facilitythorough protocolsattentive and caring staff

Address: 6436 S Tyler, Tacoma, WA
Phone: (176) 022-2688
Quality

Tacoma Day Care And Preschool

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.1

Address: 1113 S I St, Tacoma, WA
Phone: NOT AVAILABLE
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122 Child Daycare & Preschools in Tacoma, Washington

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Tacoma

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Midlands Kiddie Korral

Shining Stars C

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