Washington Day Care Abuse and Neglect Resources
1 (866) 363-4276: Washington State’s toll-free child abuse reporting hotline.
Washington State Department of Early Learning
The state regulatory agency responsible for
handling complaints against child care programs.
Licensed Child Care Information System
A database of information on licensed child care
facilities in the state of Washington, including
valid complaints.
Child Care & Preschool Options
A resource for information on choosing quality
child care in Washington.
Washington Child Care Licensing Rules
A collection of the Department of Early
Learning’s regulations, which set requirements
for child care facilities.
Parents for Safe
Child Care
A parent-run and parent-led non-profit committed
to increasing the supply of safe and affordable
child care in Washington. Also provides a
platform for parents to advocate on behalf of
their children. See
parentsforsafechildcare.org.
