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Childcare + Early Learning
Love, laugh, learn and grow with us
At Kid’s Country, our “Discovery” program for infants lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning, love and laughter — every day!
Celebrating the unique design of every baby, Kid’s County infant caregivers partner with families to understand each baby’s individual needs, and connect over the big and little achievements that happen daily.
• Individualized schedules meet personalized needs in a safe, caring atmosphere. • Nurturing interaction promotes language development and socialization. • Outdoor time offers fresh air, movement and new vistas to see. • Ongoing learning activities encourage and develop fine and gross motor skills.
Tour our inviting, caring classrooms to start baby’s learning today!
Where children become compassionate, curious, confident learners The J’s Early Childhood School is more than a preschool. Our Reggio-Emilia-inspired program welcomes everyone. We create an environment where children become compassionate, curious and confident learners. When your child attends ECS, your whole family becomes part of our community. We offer full-day and part-day options for infants–Pre-K, as well as a kindergarten and a bilingual English/Hebrew program.
You’ll find innovative learning experiences that help build a strong foundation in language, math and literacy with low child-to-teacher ratios, small class sizes, outdoor spaces to explore, swimming, art, music and more.
Nanny Services
Annie’s Nannies, Inc. Full-service nanny placement providing comprehensive consultation to Seattle and Eastside families since 1984 Greater Seattle and Eastside; 206-784-8462 aniseattle.com
CareWorks Nanny Referral Service Expert, personalized nanny placements since 1993 Greater Seattle and Eastside; 206-325-9985 careworksnw.com careworks.seattle@gmail.com
The Nanny Consultant Placement services for nannies, household managers, doulas, night nannies and newborn care specialists Greater Seattle, Eastside, Tacoma; 425-512-3123 thenannyconsultant.com
Nanny Parent Connection Subscription-based platform where families and verified child-care providers can connect Puget Sound; 425-243-7032 nannyparentconnection.com info@nannyparentconnection.com On Call Nanny Full-service nanny agency offering a comprehensive suite of services, unparalleled customer support and a streamlined nanny referral process Greater Seattle area; 1-877-51-NANNY (62669) oncallnanny.com info@oncallnanny.com
The Seattle Nanny Network .......................... 13 Award-winning in-home infant and child-care placement agency serving Seattle- and Eastside-area families since 1997 Greater Seattle and Eastside; 425-803-9511 seattlenanny.com placement@seattlenanny.com
Preschools + Day Care Centers
Bellevue Children’s Academy Preschool ...... 11 With a focus on strong academics, BCA Preschool and Pre-K learners explore the world through inquiry in a nurturing environment. Bellevue; 425-649-0791 bcacademy.com admissions@bcacademy.com
Authentic, Licensed, Accredited Montessori Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten in Redmond Founded in 1977, this family-owned and managed school is a vibrant multicultural community preparing preschool and kindergarten students with strong academic and social skills, and a love of learning. Our certified teachers have years of classroom experience and are able to academically challenge and nurture their students within supportive classroom communities. We take pride in our well-equipped, organized and child-centered classrooms, and in our multiple spacious and exciting outdoor play areas. STEAM, summer programs and extended-day programs available. Accredited by the American Montessori Society and National Council for Private School Accreditation. Conveniently located in Redmond near Microsoft.
Inspiring a love of learning in a nurturing environment BCA Preschool is a new program rooted in the history and success of the early learning programs of Bellevue Children’s Academy (serving Preschool – grade 12).
Both BCA Preschool and our expanded Pre-Kindergarten program focus on strong foundational academics, which prepare young learners to explore the world through a problem-solving lens. Small class sizes and hands-on activities incorporated with inquiry- based instruction will nurture a love of learning in our young students.
BCA Preschool and Pre-K programs provide an educational framework that fosters the development of the whole child.
Partnering with families to build healthy foundations for children At Encompass, we passionately believe that every family deserves a place to turn to when they need help. Through Early Learning, Pediatric Therapy and Family Enrichment programs for children ages 0–8 and their families, Encompass has given thousands of children the foundation they need to get the right start — and thrive for a lifetime.
With locations in Snoqualmie, North Bend and Carnation, plus a host of programs offered at community locations and in the home, Encompass supports children and families across the Snoqualmie Valley and greater Eastside. Just like parents, we hold ourselves to the highest standard as we reach out to and embrace children — as if they were our own — at the most critical stage in their development.
Bellevue College Early Learning Center Head Start preschool providing a warm, secure setting where each child can develop to his/her own potential — socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually Greater Eastside; 425-564-2240 bellevuecollege.edu/childcare elisabeth.bothwell@bellevuecollege.edu
Child Care Aware of Washington Family Center Helping families find quality child care in Washington state • Child Care Aware Family Center: 1-800-446-1114; childcareawarewa.org; familycenter@childcare.org • Kaleidoscope Play & Learn playgroups: 206-329-1011; childcare.org; ccr@childcare.org • CCR Homeless Program: 206-329-5842; childcare.org; ccr@childcare.org Encompass ........................................................ 12 Offering full-day and half-day preschool, caregiver and toddler playgroups, summer camps and an in-home literacy program Snoqualmie Valley and greater Eastside; 425-888-2777 encompassnw.org info@encompassnw.org
Goodwin Connections Making child care affordable and consistent for parents attending college Serving families in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties; 206-526-7944 goodwinconnections.org program@goodwinconnections.org
Great Futures Preschool — Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue Children ages 2–5 learn through play how to create, socialize, grow and become themselves Bellevue; 425-454-6162 bgcbellevue.org
Award-winning in-home child-care and premier corporate backup care service
For nearly 25 years, Seattle Nanny Network has been screening and placing infant and child-care professionals in local homes. Our efforts to lift the industry through community outreach and education uniquely positions us as a leader among the talent pool. Our acceptance rate is low, resulting in the highest quality referrals. Services include short- and long-term placement and corporate care contracts with small businesses and large corporations alike.
Serving the Greater Seattle and Eastside areas.
Tiny Treks NW — 100 percent outdoor preschool and parent/child programs For more than 20 years, our experienced, incredible Tiny Treks teachers have guided children through our unique outdoor classrooms, providing endless opportunities for students to explore, play and learn. Our programs naturally introduce concepts of science, critical thinking, math, preliteracy, social-emotional development, art and having fun!
The Outdoor Preschool, for ages 3–5 years, is located on our 12.5-acre campus in Redmond. Our open air classroom is in a forest linked with trails, creeks, a garden, firepit and more.
The Parent/Child Program, for ages 20 months–5, lets you and your child explore local forests, lakes and farms — rain or shine.
Each day is filled with inquiry, exploration, creativity and play.
Our preschool program strives to nurture both the hearts and minds of our students. We seek to teach our youngest learners that school is a live laboratory primed for cultivating their curiosity and growth, for building friendships and resolving conflicts, and for developing their understanding of themselves, universal values and the world.
Through our inquiry curriculum, children are provided the opportunity to foster self-esteem, independence and cooperation. Our students construct meaning through noticing and wondering, exploration and discovery, critical thinking and problem-solving.
jds.org • 425-460-0200 admissions@jds.org
The Jewish Day School Early Childhood Program ............................................................ 14 Early childhood program serving children ages 3–4 Greater Seattle and Eastside; 425-460-0200 jds.org admissions@jds.org
Kid’s Country Early Learning Centers ............. 9 Infant program providing a safe, loving environment that encourages little ones to love, laugh, learn and grow Multiple Greater Seattle locations; 360-668-5145 kidscountryinc.com info@kidscountryinc.com
Kids Klub Child Development Centers Offering infant and toddler day care; evening and weekend program available; flexible hours Bellevue; 425-502-8837 kidsklubcdc.com frontofficebel@kidsklub.us The Little School .............................................. 15 Preschool–fifth grade progressive education school offering blended indoor/outdoor learning focused on inspiring curiosity and balanced social-emotional and academic development Bellevue: 425-827-8708 thelittleschool.org admissions@thelittleschool.org
Living Montessori Education Community Montessori school providing education and enrichment for infant, toddler, preschool and elementary students Bellevue; 425-373-5437 livingmontessori.com
Sammamish Montessori School .................... 11 Licensed, accredited, authentic Montessori school for toddler, preschool and kindergarten students; STEAM, summer and extended care available Redmond; 425-883-3271 sammamishmontessori.com info@sammamishmontessori.com
Inspiring curiosity, creativity and community
Nestled in 12.5 acres of woods and meadows in Bellevue, The Little School provides a natural setting for its community of students that inspires curiosity and creativity as they explore the wider world. Our classrooms extend into the outdoors, providing plenty of chances for children to imagine and learn.
We provide a safe environment on our forested campus where children discover and develop their interests through authentic learning experiences in our blended indoor/outdoor program. We teach students to expand their knowledge and deepen their creativity, balancing academic and social-emotional growth while fostering a sense of stewardship and caring for our global environment. Each student is known within the whole community, and each child develops strong interpersonal skills so that they can learn and play well with others.
We encourage you to sign up for a tour today to learn more!
