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Licensed Daycare in Washington, Pennsylvania

11 licensed daycares in Washington, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Pennsylvania licensing records.

11
Licensed Centers
1
Family Homes
$1,140/mo
Pennsylvania avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Washington listings updated May 2026 from official Pennsylvania records.

Daycare in Washington: what parents should know

Families in Washington can choose from 11 licensed childcare providers, with Child Care Center the most common type (about 91% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Pennsylvania license at indexing time, sourced from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning.

About 9% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.

Washington childcare by the numbers

11
Licensed providers
1
Family child care homes
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Washington

ChildCare Aware reports the Pennsylvania average full-time cost at $1,140/month for infant care and $880/month for preschool. City-level prices in Washington vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Pennsylvania families may also qualify for Child Care Works (CCW) (intake: (877) 472-5437).

Full Pennsylvania licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:5
Preschool ratio
1:10

ZIP codes covered

All Washington licensed centers

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Washington, Pennsylvania?
Our directory lists 11 licensed childcare centers in Washington, Pennsylvania, sourced from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.
What's the average daycare cost in Washington?
Statewide averages in Pennsylvania run roughly $1140/month for infants and $880/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Washington daycares?
All licensed Pennsylvania centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Washington typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Washington?
Pennsylvania families can apply for Child Care Works (CCW) (intake: (877) 472-5437). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.
How do I verify a Washington daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Washington

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

Find a program
State subsidy

Child Care Works (CCW) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(877) 472-5437 · How to apply
Quality ratings

Check NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.

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Verify a license

Confirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning.

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Washington, Pennsylvania are compiled from official Pennsylvania Department of Human Services — Office of Child Development and Early Learning licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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