Childcare

The Childcare Search

oving to a new area always has its challenges. Some are M easily resolved, while others take a bit more thought, time, and research. For parents, choosing childcare is a major (and often stress inducing) decision.

According to the experts, knowledge is the key—the more you know, the more confidence you’ll have in your decision. Interview multiple providers, make on-site visits, and ask plenty of questions. Don’t be shy or intimidated. Your child is your utmost concern and any good provider will understand that motivation.

The Greater Seattle area has abundant resources for families seeking childcare, as well as quality childcare options.

Nanny Costs In Seattle

Full-time Nanny Salaries based on $18-$25 per hour Based on 40 to 50 hours a week Benefits may include vacation, sick days and health insurance stipend Live-in Nanny $2,000-$3,000 per month (d.o.e.) plus room and board Part time Nanny $20-$25 per hour (less than full time) On Call/Temp. Nanny $17-$20 (depends on number of children)

Source: Annie’s Nannies, Inc. www.aniseattle.com

Childcare Resources

Childcare providers’ licensing history in Washington: Department of Early Learning (866) 48-CHECK www.del.wa.gov/lccis Statewide childcare information and referral service: ChildCare Aware of Washington (866) 416-4321 (800)-446-1114 www.wa.childcareaware.org Nanny Information: International Nanny Association in Washington www.nanny.org, Association of Premier Nanny Agencies www.theapna.org Magazines Geared to Parents in Puget Sound: Seattle’s Child (206) 441-0191, www.seattleschild.com Parent Map (206) 709-9026, www.parentmap.com

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Median Rates For Monthly Childcare

Childcare Centers:

County Infant Toddler Pre-School *School Age (1 - 2.5 yrs) (6yrs+) King $1,404 $1,213 $1,040 $605 Kitsap $802 $763 $661 $429 Pierce $932 $778 $711 $477 Skagit $951 $776 $659 $481 Snohomish $1,192 $999 $854 $624

Family Daycare:

County Infant Toddler Pre-School *School Age (1 - 2.5 yrs) (6yrs+) King $958 $919 $758 $542 Kitsap $693 $650 $598 $390 Pierce $758 $702 $650 $433 Skagit $758 $737 $639 $433 Snohomish $867 $780 $693 $542

* based on the rates for school-age children (no kindergarten) during the school year for providers using an hourly rate/20 hour week schedule. Provider Discounts for multiple children from the same family are not included. Source: 2015 Annual Data Report, ChildCare Aware® of Washington