Licensed Capacity

Washington State has more than 5,700 licensed or certified child care facilities, with a total licensed capacity of over 190,000 children. Licensed programs include child care centers, family home child care, school-age care, and licensed outdoor programs.

Licensed Capacity of Child Care Providers, by Type, End of State Fiscal Years 2018-2023
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Number of Licensed Child Care Providers, by Type, End of State Fiscal Years 2018-2023
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