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Northwest Center Kids At Chinook

Northwest Center Kids -Chinook is a child care center in Seattle, Washington. Many types o... Read More

4.8- 19 Reviews

Seattle, WA 98104

1 month - 6 years

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 6:00pm

$600-2,540/month

Center

Fiddleheads Forest School

Welcome to Fiddleheads Forest School, Seattle’s pioneering outdoor preschool. At Fiddlehe... Read More

Early Spanish Child Care

<p>Early Spanish Child Care offers full-time care 5 days a week from 7 am to 5 pm, Monday ... Read More

Bellevue, WA 98008

1 month - 13 years

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 5:00pm

Contact for rates

Home based, Bilingual, Language immersion

Early Spanish Emergent School

<p><span style="color: var(--color_text);">I have 11 years of experience teaching preschoo... Read More

Bellevue, WA 98008

12 months - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 5:00pm

$1,700-2,000/month

Home based, Bilingual

StopNPlay

StopNPlay is a home based child care provider in Seattle, Washington. Full time, part time... Read More

Seattle, WA 98178

1 month - 12 years

Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 5:00pm

Contact for rates

Home based, Play based

Playmates Daycare

<p>Our Mission is to provide a safe, fun, loving and caring environment to inspire young m... Read More

SEATTLE, WA 98106

Up to 13 years

Mon-Fri, 6:30am - 5:00pm

$700-2,100/month

Home based, Play based

Evergreen Montessori Academy (Home-based Program)

We are excited to share that we recently converted our long-standing Montessori 2.5 yrs to... Read More

5.0- 8 Reviews

Bellevue, WA 98008

12 months - 5 years

Mon-Fri, 8:45am - 5:30pm

$2,700/month

Home based, Academic, Montessori, Nature based

Seattle Amistad Central

<h2>Mission:</h2><p>At Seattle Amistad School, we foster community integrity through rigor... Read More

Seattle, WA 98102

12 months - 14 years

Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm

$1,085-2,907/month

Center, Academic, Language immersion

Twin Stars Childcare LLC

Twin Stars Childcare LLC is a home based child care provider in Seattle, Washington. Care ... Read More

Senait's Family Home Childcare

We provide high-quality education and value development among children.

5.0- 6 Reviews

Seattle, WA 98106

2 years - 12 years

Mon-Sat, 6:00am - 8:00pm

$1,848-2,156/month

Home based, Play based

Delridge Daycare

At Delridge Daycare, we believe that children thrive in a community centered environment f... Read More

Home based, Play based

Najat Family Child Care

<p><span style="color: rgb(74, 74, 74);">As an experienced childcare provider with over 6 ... Read More

Seattle, WA 98126

Up to 5 years

Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm

$1,924-2,058/month

Home based, Play based

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Frequently asked questions about Mercer Island daycares

How much does daycare cost in Mercer Island, WA?

Daycare prices in Mercer Island vary by your child's age, the type of program, and the neighborhood. Infant daycare typically costs more than toddler or preschool programs. On UrbanSitter, you can compare pricing for daycares in Mercer Island and filter by budget to find an option that fits your family.

How can I choose the right daycare in Mercer Island, WA?

Start by touring locations, checking licensing information, and reviewing each program's approach to care. It also helps to bring a list of daycare interview questions to guide your visit. UrbanSitter lets you compare options side by side, see which daycares have open spots, and join waitlists for programs you love.

Do daycares offer part-time or drop-in care in Mercer Island?

Some providers offer part-time daycare and drop-in daycare for same-day needs. UrbanSitter helps you see which Mercer Island daycares offer part-time care and which locations support drop-in options so you can find a match for your schedule.

What's the difference between daycare and preschool?

Daycare programs typically support infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children with full- or part-time schedules. Preschool programs usually have a more structured, education-focused curriculum. You can learn more in our guide, Is preschool the same as daycare?

Are daycare expenses tax deductible?

Daycare itself isn't deductible, but many Mercer Island families qualify for the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit or a Dependent Care FSA. These programs can help lower the cost of care. Learn more in our guide to daycare tax benefits.

What age is best to start daycare?

Families start daycare at different ages depending on availability, budget, and personal preference. Experts generally recommend choosing the age that aligns with your child's developmental needs. Explore common starting ages in our guide on the best and worst ages to start daycare.