Daycare Centers Near ZIP 98198

There are 28 licensed childcare centers in and around ZIP 98198 in Des moines, WA. All hold active state licenses sourced from official WA licensing databases.

Daycare costs near 98198 in WA: infant care $900–$1,800/month; toddler programs $700–$1,200/month; preschool $600–$1,100/month. CCAP subsidies can reduce costs by 50–90% for eligible families.

Yes — all 28 centers listed for ZIP 98198 hold active WA childcare licenses, sourced directly from the official state licensing database.

WA participates in the federal CCDF program. Families near 98198 may qualify for CCAP assistance based on income. Visit childcare.gov or your local social services office to apply.

Centers near 98198 serve: infants (0–12 mo) — 3 centers; toddlers (1–3 yrs); preschool (3–5 yrs) — 11 programs; school-age (5+). Call ahead to confirm openings.

Visit at least 3 centers near 98198, check staff ratios, safety features, and curriculum. Use our free 30-point checklist at /checklist before enrolling.

WA requires: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, 1:10 for preschoolers. Always confirm the current ratio before enrolling at any center near 98198.

Head Start offers free federally-funded programs for income-eligible families. Search 'Head Start' in our directory for 98198 or visit headstart.gov.

Yes — and you should. Call ahead to schedule a tour at any center near 98198. Use our 30-point checklist at /checklist to evaluate each facility.

Typical requirements: birth certificate, immunization records, emergency contacts, custody docs if applicable, and proof of income for subsidies. Confirm with each center near 98198.