The 10 best-rated daycare centers in Kirkland, WA average 5.0★ on Google across 378 reviews. The Goddard School of Kirkland has the top rating (5.0★). Updated October 25, 2026.
10 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (378 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
“Our family has had the best experience at Goddard. I really appreciate all of the kind and caring staff- both of my kiddos have loved it and being part of this community has been great over the years. Would highly…” — Google review
“This is a wonderful place for my child. The teachers are so kind, and they serve homemade meals. There are learning activities, music, and swimming lessons. We couldn't have asked for a better place. My son has been…” — Google review
“Evergreen Childcare provided home-cooked food, the space was clean and organized, and our child came home happy everyday. We appreciated the kindness of the teachers - especially my kiddo found Mahboub very kind and…” — Google review
“Sara and her team have been absolutely wonderful! We’ve had her watch both children since 2023. One has moved on to pre-K, but still loves to visit! They both constantly talk about Ms Sara, their teachers, and…” — Google review
“Our child was at Kiddie for a year for Pre-k. While there was high turnover initially, our experience drastically improved once Ms. Shantha became our child's teacher . Ms.Shantha made learning fun and engaging…” — Google review
“We absolutely loved Titiana! She took amazing care of our twins and always made us feel comfortable knowing they were in great hands. She is caring, patient, and truly treats the kids like family. She goes the extra…” — Google review
“Fantastic daycare, the teachers are wonderful and it's affordable! One of my kids used to go here and one goes here right now.” — Google review
“It truly brings joy and comfort to my heart knowing that my child is in great hands at Kids Funtastic! Ossanak has created a nurturing environment where children are safe, deeply loved, and truly feel at home. Her…” — Google review
“Ms Devi is a superhuman teacher and caregiver. Simply we don't know how she does it all on her own with such enthusiasm : from creating from scratch monthly theme engaging the kids to learn everything from alphabet,…” — Google review
“Zahra is the absolute best at taking of care of my little one while I work. Bright Lives is an in-home daycare that offers a very personalized option for kiddos. My kiddo absolutely adores her friends and often…” — Google review
We scan Google Maps for daycare center listings in and around Kirkland, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
The Goddard School of Kirkland has the highest Google rating on our Kirkland list: 5.0 out of 5 from 75 reviews (as of October 25, 2026).
The Goddard School of Kirkland has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 75, with a 5.0★ average.
Only open Kirkland-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.