My son has been a part of Eyas since last year. This institution is great at building children's…read moreconfidence and nurturing them in a caring environment. They focus on creating a community by involving parents and educating them about their child's development. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a place where their child can explore the world at their own pace.

I highly recommend Eyas. The Montessori method teaches real life skills and my child has grown to…read morebe a humble, helpful child who is well rounded. The teacher to student ratio is amazing and at any given time, there are about 3 teachers atleast for a class of 20. The entire staff is very approachable and they are open to hearing from parents. My child used to hate going to daycare (kindercare) and would weep every single day. I've seen the difference in how the kindercare staff would work with the kids versus Eyas and it's a world of difference. The teacher churn rate is low as well. My child has been attending Eyas for about 1.5 years now and I have only seen 2 teachers leave. With multiple teachers per class, kids find it easy to manage the minimal churn, if any. Thank you for nurturing our child.

We've had a wonderful experience with Eastgate Montessori Garden. Our daughter joined when she was…read morejust 2 years old, and even after only half a school year, we've already seen tremendous growth. She has become noticeably more confident, more social with other children, and her English skills have improved dramatically. What truly sets this school apart is Teacher Monica, a rare gem in the Greater Seattle area. With over 30 years of Montessori teaching experience, she brings a depth of understanding, patience, and guidance that's incredibly hard to find. She also had a knack for recruiting compassionate and loving assistant teachers such as Rebecca, Lori, and previously Gnana, whom we greatly appreciated. While only a very select number of schools in the area have teachers with comparable experience, those schools tend to be quite large, and it's not always guaranteed that your child will be placed with one of their most seasoned educators. At Eastgate, the environment is more personal and intentional, and we felt confident that our daughter was receiving direct support from someone who truly understands Montessori principles and how to nurture each child's growth. We're grateful for the warmth, consistency, and quality of education our daughter received here. Highly recommend!

We moved from the east coast and started with EMG from last November. I have to say we are very…read morelucky in finding this school. EMG is a true gem for the eastgate community. What I love most about EMG is their Montessori approach to education. My child has flourished under this method, which encourages hands-on learning and exploration. The teachers have created an environment that is both nurturing and stimulating, allowing my child to develop their unique interests and talents at their own pace. But what really sets this school apart is the teachers. Monika and Manisha are both wonderful educators who are passionate about their work and truly care about their students. They go above and beyond to ensure that each child in their class feels valued and supported. I have personally witnessed the impact that Monika and Manisha have had on my child. They both have a unique ability to bring out the best in each child and help them reach their full potential. I am so grateful to have them here. In conclusion, I highly recommend Eastgate Montessori Garden to any parent or guardian looking for a school with caring and loving teachers. The Montessori approach to education, combined with the school's warm and welcoming atmosphere, make for an exceptional learning experience.

Physical punishment!!! My son (3 year old) constantly saying…read morethat One of the toddler teachers pinched his hand because he was not sleeping after lunch (BTW, the policy is that the nap is not mandatory for kids). It was strong enough to leave redness and bruise even after 24 hours, and we informed DCYF. Any policy, any condition; is really physical punishment allowed??? When we shared our concern with the director and expected to fire that so-called teacher or move her to another class by EOD, she refused and just asked if we want to withdraw and get refund. If your child safety and and health is important, please take this review seriously.

Pros: - we got lots of picture updates…read more- they do tons of activities with the kids - my kid liked all the teachers - covered playground for the rain/sun (though it gets pretty cold without the sun) - decent food Cons: - not the cheapest (not the most expensive either) - my kid seems to get sick more here (they have floaters in the morning & late afternoon, and a lot of teachers send their own kids in other classes, so it seems like viruses will not be contained to a single classroom) - parking lot is a pain during pickup/dropoff Overall I think this is a well-run school that cares about kids & its staff.

My son attended here from Feb 2018-May 2018. Overall I felt safe having him here. Teachers were…read morefriendly and polite. This is another kindercare franchise so they follow rules strictly and they maximize teacher student ratios according to state laws. Few things I didn't like though was for 1, I had a muddy buddy outfit I wanted my son to wear if they play in the rain but they didn't allow it because it's too inconvenient for them but they rather change all his clothes completely! The thing that bothers me most is the star system the teachers implement. Each day if they behaved, they get a star at the end of the day. If they did something bad and didn't listen to the teacher, they don't get a star. I am then suppose to punish him at home by taking away something he loves. This old rewards system is not implemented in a lot of schools anymore and other educators that I've talked to said it's not recommended to use anymore. My son gets so fixated on the damn star, he cries when he doesn't get it sometimes I don't think it's right. Another thing that bugged me the most is that there was 1 child in the class that was particularly disruptive. She told me exactly who it was and how my son thinks it's funny when the "bad" kid did something he's not suppose to and follows him. Blaming another 3 year old and labeling him is just not professional. They were very nice and made a goodbye scrapbook of my son as a goodbye gift. Somehow the poem they inside had the wrong child's name . I think 1 teacher to 10 kids is just too much for them to focus on them. For those reasons, I took my son out.

We've been sending our son to Lakemont Academy for 2 years. Our son started there when he was 2…read moreyears and our twin 2 year daughters recently started there. They have become such an important part of our family and community. Ms Gitta and Ms Megan are supportive and very organized. The parent communication with the teachers is very strong. I can't say enough good things about the teachers.

We toured a bunch of childcare options including La Escuelita near us in Seattle, but also…read moreShamrock, IFS, and other Chinese immersion options in Bellevue but what drew us to Shamrock were: 1. Clean organized school intentionally designed: It was one of the cleanest most organized well set up schools and their sanitation practices were really thorough. 2. Some of the best teachers we've met on all our tours: Compared to teachers at other schools, they just felt one tier above in multiple ways through the way they approached our son, how they answered our questions, and the warmth they exuded. Nurturing and competent teachers with 50/50 Chinese and English. It's very clear they care and love the children. 3. Amazing selection of toys and stations for play: The space was well organized with a large selection of toys and stations that I could see were great for educational development masked as fun. 4. Healthy catered diverse lunch and snacks included - yay! 5. We're not Christian but appreciated the focus around Christian values of how to be good considerate citizens. That was the main goal for being a Christian school. 6. 6. Great prices for all you get: Price is really reasonable when you have all things offered with food provided wrapped together. It's comparably priced to most of the other Montessori Chinese immersion schools, less than the more expensive ones. For the quality and everything that you're getting, it felt very worth the price. We were living in Seattle and ideally wanted to send our toddler to a Chinese immersion Montessori school since my husband and I both work remotely and didn't want English to be the main language our kiddo was exposed to 24/7 but were open to all options; but we cared most about quality clean environment, teaching methodology, and good teachers/childcare professionals. We were so impressed by Shamrock we decided to move to Bellevue and send our toddler son there. He has been attending the Shamrock toddler class since he was 17 months old starting Sept 2025. He LOVES WenTing and Tandra who are his teachers and we can tell bc he runs into the class everyday, says how much he loves Tandra and WenTing, and talks about school to us at home. Despite our concerns it only took him one week to fully adjust and since attending he has not been sent home sick once!!! Anecdotal evidence of just how clean and how seriously they take sanitation practices at their school. I'm sure the other schools would have been great too but he's grown so much since going and we really couldn't imagine sending our kid anywhere else at this point.

My older daughter has been attending Shamrock Montessori since she was 18 months, starting in the…read moretoddler classroom and moving on to preschool. Shamrock is truly a shamrock of schools - unique, special, and a loving environment for the kids. No school is perfect, but to me, I feel that Shamrock does a better job of educating my daughter than I could at home, and I trust the school 100%. Any time we have concerns, we have been able to discuss and resolve them with the school, and the teachers and administrators are open to feedback and constantly improving. This to me is more important than being "perfect" or "the best". The school and staff show a humility and love that is rare in daycare and early school settings. I also want to emphasize that Shamrock is a true Montessori school. Montessori is trendy now, and there are many schools claiming to be Montessori. I am familiar with Montessori as I practice at home. A true Montessori school doesn't just have the appropriate materials and work - it must be Montessori in spirit. Teachers must respect the individuality and progress of each child, and accept them for who they are, where they are, all while guiding them to improve and learn. I believe Shamrock does all of this, and I see it in my daughter. I am sending my younger daughter there in the fall. If you care about your child's spiritual, social and emotional development, about them being in a loving and caring and authentic environment, then Shamrock is the right place for your child's early years.

We couldn't be happier with our experience at Lakeside Montessori School. The environment is calm,…read morenurturing, and thoughtfully designed especially their large, beautifully maintained playground. The teachers are incredibly attentive and skilled at meeting each child where they are, while gently guiding them forward. Our child has not only flourished academically but has also grown emotionally and socially -- something we attribute directly to the Montessori approach and the dedicated staff here. A special shout-out to Connie and her administrative staff, who set the tone for the entire school. They are warm, approachable, and clearly passionate about Montessori education. We're so grateful to be part of the Lakeside Montessori family. It's a hidden gem in our community.

One of the best schools in the area, my daughter loves to go here. We feel lucky to have discovered…read morethis school.

My son has been with LPW-Bellevue since he was 4.5mo old and flash forward 5.5 years, he just had…read morehis last day this past week to start kindergarten! There are so many wonderful things to say about LPW-B but first and foremost will always be the dedication of the teachers and staff to the kiddos. Many teachers have been there for over 10 years and that certainly speaks to their love for the job and how they are treated by the administration (just ask anyone in childcare, esp. from a larger chain). They're also very accommodating to your child's needs -- my son has many food allergies and also requires the use of a feeding tube. The teachers & admin had zero qualms about providing him with his tubes feeds (twice daily at specific times). This was a huge relief as first time parents who really struggled getting the appropriate nutrition to their kiddo and then had to worry about food allergies and whether or not medical accommodations could be made. Finally, the monthly tuition is incredibly affordable. For both of my children, the monthly tuition is equivalent to my friend's one child at one of the nearby larger chains. The only "negative" I will mention is that if you really like the idea of having real-time updates via an app, LPW-B is more like your traditional elementary school where you'll get an update at the end of the day.

Highly recommend! We started sending our son to Lil People's World when he was 5 months old and he…read moreloves it! Every evening when we pick him up from the daycare, he always has this big smile on his face and we know he has a great day. The teachers are truly kind and caring. As first time parents, we have so many questions about his development (like starting solids, learning to use sippy cups etc.). The teachers are always so helpful and patient to address our concerns and provide recommendations. Special thanks to Director Ms. Lizette, Ms. Ana R and Ms. Ana S - they've provided us with great help for my boy's transition in different stages! I also want to special thank Shelley from LPW billing department! I encountered several payment setup and Dependent HSA claim issues in the past, and Shelley was such a great help. She's responsive and wonderful to work with, and all the issues got resolved in just a few days. LPW is like a part of our family whom we can count on getting the support we need when we need them. Thank you!

Our son has attended CMS for only a short while although, his confidence, social capabilities, and…read morespeech have advanced since starting! He's naturally bashful so our number one goal when scouting out schools was to find somewhere that offers small class size and kind attentiveness, which we've accomplished here. I enjoy the activities that the school organizes to include parents/ families and the staff is always gracious when I need assistance and/or have questions regarding scheduling, billing, and developmental progress. He is glad to arrive in the mornings and comes home healthy and happy! CMS is truly a gem, providing peace of mind because we know our child is in good hands and thriving when in their care, which is most important to a parent when away from their child.

As a Montessori kid myself and a mom of five who've attended seven schools, I can say without…read morehesitation that Chestnut Montessori is the most impressive and genuinely exceptional school our family has experienced. The teachers are deeply skilled in true Montessori practice--they don't just borrow the "Montessori" label, but actually live out the philosophies and methods. Chestnut Montessori fully embraces and lives out Dr. Maria Montessori's vision and approach, and the impact of that on my boys has been extraordinary. In such a short time, I've seen tremendous growth in their self-confidence, abilities, social skills, and overall development. I was hesitant starting the boys in school at a young age, but Chestnut Montessori earned our family's trust in the first interaction at the tour (when we left the tour, before my husband could buckle his seat belt he looked at me and said, "this is it. Cancel all the other tours.") The teachers' expertise, loving care, and genuine investment in their students shine through every single day--from drop-off and pickup, to communication with the administration, to the photos shared throughout the day, and the thoughtful extra-curricular events. I'm beyond grateful for CMS and so thankful to have found a school that truly supports my children in becoming exactly who they're meant to be. We'll hope to be here for the long haul!