Best Daycares in 98499 - Updated June 2026
Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
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Preschool program designed to promote self-confidence, independence, kindness, empathy, patience, and creativity. Children participate in engaging activities such as: gardening, puppet play,...
Infant Care
Our Infant Care Program is committed to making the first transition away from home natural and easy for both you and your child.
Toddler Program
Our Toddler Program is specifically tailored to the needs of your busy toddler. We lovingly nurture your child through important early milestones, from “self-help” learning skills such as hand washing and putting away their toys, to socializing and forming first friendships.
Also offers: Flexible Care, Pre-Kindergarten, Preschool
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Childcare program serving children of students, staff and faculty of Clover Park Technical College, as well as the Lakewood community. Program offers Head Start services to qualifying families. ...
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Childcare program serving toddlers through school-aged children in the Lakewood area. Teachers use a theme-based curriculum that encourages children to express interests and ask questions to guide...
Speaks Spanish
Center offers childcare services to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Outdoor play area for recreational uses. Age-appropriate napping equipment provided.
Speaks Spanish
Outdoor Infant and family-focused childcare program serving young infants and toddlers. Curiosity, conversations, and continuous opportunities to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and...
Hatchlings
If you are seeking long term, family style care, this is the spot for you. We LOVE babies, and enjoy watching our children grow until they are ready for a program with no nap, or are ready for Kindergarten!
Short Term Infant Care
Finding care for your tiny baby is difficult! We offer infant care throuh the first year for families seeking care, until their infant can join siblings at a 1 year and up childcare center.
Also offers: Play all day!
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Childcare program serving children and families in the Lakewood area. Facility offers various hands-on learning activities and materials that encourage children to learn through play. Activities...
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Home-based childcare program specializing in kindergarten preparedness.
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Center offers childcare services to toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Daily activities include art, free play, and physical activities. Children have access to an outdoor play area for...
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Annas Childcare II is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 6018 Mt Tacoma Dr SW in Lakewood, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Just Like Home Daycare Center of Lakewood is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 7606 Douglas St W in Tacoma, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
Speaks Spanish
Children's Villa is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 6314 Avondale Rd SW in Lakewood, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Just Like Home Daycare Center of Lakewood 3 is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 7513 Custer Rd SW in Lakewood, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
Speaks Spanish
Just Like Home 4 School Age Program is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 7511 Custer Rd W in Lakewood, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
Speaks Spanish
Christ Gospel Church is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 6145 Steilacoom Blvd SW in Lakewood, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Just Like Home Daycare Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 7507 Custer Rd W in Lakewood, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Worldkids School Lakewood/Tacoma is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 6015 100th St SW in Tacoma, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Breys Busy Bees Childcare and Preschool is a child care home offering daycare programs located in Lakewood, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Gingerbread House Daycare is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 10922 Kline St SW in Tacoma, WA. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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FAQs About Tacoma Daycares
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How many daycare providers are in Tacoma?
- There are currently 97 daycare providers in Tacoma. This includes full-time, part-time, and home daycare providers.
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How much does daycare cost in Tacoma?
- The average monthly price for full time daycare in Tacoma is $1576. This is based on provider cost data for daycares listed on Winnie.