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Learning + Play
Parent and child classes
Early childhood is a time of unfolding, a pivotal developmental stage that lays the foundation for your child’s life. Our programs allow children the time and space they need to develop capacities in a safe and nurturing environment. We follow a rhythmical structure of work and imaginative play to nourish skills of healthy social interaction. Each day includes time in our play yard to instill an appreciation of the natural world. Inspired by Waldorf education, our weekly classes also offer education and support for parents to cultivate the innate skills necessary to grow healthy families. Now enrolling for fall.
Camps + Classes
Eastside Community School .......................... 48 Educating students to fulfill their highest potential; preschool–grade 8, inspired by Waldorf education; moving to Issaquah starting in 2021–2022 Bellevue; 425-598-2914 eastsidecommunityschool.org admissions@eastsidecommunityschool.org
Gymboree Play & Music Themed parties and dynamic classes for kids ages 0–5 to support social, physical and intellectual development Bellevue; 425-452-1400 gymboreeclasses.com bellevuewa@gymboreeclasses.com
Joyous Noise Studio Music classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and elementary-school-age students Three locations; 425-385-3636 joyousnoisestudio.com
Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center Ignite your early learner’s curiosity for nature and science with fun, hands-on education programs Bellevue; 206-443-2925 pacificsciencecenter.org/mercer-slough Music Works Northwest Music lessons, camps and classes; all ages and levels Bellevue; 425-644-0988 musicworksnw.org registration@musicworksnw.org
Samena Swim & Recreation Club .................. 49 Preschool, before- and after-school care, summer camp, swim lessons, fitness; serving Bellevue’s Lake Hills neighborhood community since 1958 Bellevue; 425-746-1160 samena.com info@samena.com
Sponge Instruction in Spanish, Mandarin and more; ages 0–10 Seattle, Kirkland, Issaquah, online; 206-227-7138 spongeschool.com info@spongeschool.com Sunshine Music Together ............................... 50 Award-winning early childhood music program for children ages birth to 5 years and the grown-ups who love them Multiple Seattle-area locations; 206-281-1111 sunshinemusictogether.com info@sunshinemusictogether.com
Located in the heart of Bellevue’s Lake Hills neighborhood, the Samena Swim & Recreation Club has served the local community since 1958. With three pools, two tennis courts, a fitness center, before- and after-school care and a vibrant preschool, the Samena Club connects and enriches the community through wellness, education and fun.
Samena has offered a play-based preschool focused on swimming, socialization, creativity and play for over 50 years. Our emphasis on social and emotional learning supports our students’ exploration of emotional literacy, social interactions and problem-solving.
Come explore all that Samena has to offer. The character of the community is reflected in the diversity of Samena’s programming, which includes swim lessons, swim team, summer camps, fitness classes, before- and after-school care, special community events and a preschool where swimming is part of the curriculum.
Connect and enrich your community with wellness, education and FUN! Preschool • Before & After School • Summer Camp • Swim Lessons • Fitness
samena.com • 425-746-1160 15231 Lake Hills Blvd, Bellevue, WA 98007 info@samena.com
Music Learning Supports All Learning Sunshine Music Together is an eight-time ParentMap Golden Teddy Award winner for Best Music Program in Seattle! Registration is now open for summer online classes! We will resume in-person classes this fall! Four Greater Seattle-area locations and online.
Music Together is a researched and evidence-based internationally recognized early childhood music development program for children birth to 5 years and their parents or caregivers. Also, now offering Rhythm Kids for children ages 5–7! The classes include songs, rhythmic rhymes, movement and instrument play — 45 minutes of pure fun with your child every week!
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The Little Gym Gymnastics, parties, camps, karate, dance, sports skills 11 Puget Sound locations; thelittlegym.com
Waterbabies Aquatic Program Safety-focused swim instruction, babies to adults Multiple Puget Sound-area locations; 425-643-3533 waterbabiesusa.com office@waterbabiesusa.com
Libraries + Museums
KidsQuest Children’s Museum ...................... 51 Hands-on, interactive children’s museum that encourages learning through play, with an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, art and math Bellevue; 425-637-8100 kidsquestmuseum.org
King County Library System Resources for new parents and babies at your library Multiple King County locations; 1-800-462-9600 kcls.org/newparents
Playspaces + Playgroups
Funtastic Playtorium Active indoor playground for kids ages 1–10 Bellevue (425-623-0034; factoria@funtasticplaytorium.com), Lynnwood (425-412-2991; alderwood@funtasticplaytorium.com), Tacoma (253-304-2450) funtasticplaytorium.com
Kidz Bounce Large playspace furnished with indoor inflatable play structures; drop-in times for Eastside kids ages 2–10, plus parties and group events Preston; 425-222-5439 kidzbounce.com chalsea@kidzbounce.comm
Seattle Children’s PlayGarden All-abilities park and playground Seattle; 206-325-5576 childrensplaygarden.org info@childrensplaygarden.org
WiggleWorks Kids Indoor play and party center for kids 48” and under Bellevue (425-641-2186), Puyallup (253-445-6551) wiggleworkskids.com
Love of Learning Starts Here.
KidsQuest Children’s Museum is all about providing hands-on learning opportunities for children ages 0–10 to continue playing, growing and exploring. We are putting children first and providing a variety of choices for caregivers to select from.
From remote learning opportunities to in-person summer camps, we have something for everyone. Rent museumquality toys for a new play experience in your home, subscribe to our YouTube channel for free activities and themed story times, or purchase a Remote Learning Kit that features science, art and math or music and movement that will have kids engaged and learning at their own pace.
Whether you visit us in the museum or utilize one of our virtual or at-home experiences, KidsQuest is here for you and your family. Let’s get back to playing!
