Washington Childcare Licensing
Washington Childcare Immunization Requirements (2026)
Children enrolled in a licensed Washington childcare center must show proof of age-appropriate immunization. Washington requires documentation for 7 vaccine series, with limited medical and legally permitted exemptions.
Licensing Agency
Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families →Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamWashington Immunization Requirements: The Specifics
Washington childcare licensing requires age-appropriate DTaP immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Washington childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Polio immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Washington childcare licensing requires age-appropriate MMR immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Washington childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Varicella immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Washington childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hib immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Washington childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hepatitis B immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Washington childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hepatitis A immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Washington Immunization Requirements Checklist
- DTaP
- Polio
- MMR
- Varicella
- Hib
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis A
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Washington Immunization Requirements: Frequently Asked Questions
Which vaccines does Washington require for childcare enrollment?
Washington requires age-appropriate immunization records for: DTaP, Polio, MMR, Varicella, Hib, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A.
Are immunization exemptions allowed in Washington?
Washington permits documented medical exemptions and, where state law allows, certain non-medical exemptions. Confirm the current exemption rules with the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
When must immunization records be on file in Washington?
Washington requires up-to-date immunization documentation at enrollment, with records kept current in each child's file thereafter.
Washington childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published Washington administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.