Growing up at this school I faced constant scrutiny, feeling almost discriminated against for my…read moreappearance, being forced to clean blood from the floors of the homeless who broke in, I did not have a good educational experience here. It felt more like being controlled and forced to think and look a certain way to "fit in" rather than being about learning. I would not personally make my kids endure the struggles and problems this school causes.

Wonderful Church well staffed. Excellent services, and a wonderful daycare. Thanks to a remarkable…read moreman named Tom Vanarsdale, who is employed there, he as prayed with me and become a positive role model.

On October 1st, 2019, after 52 years, the business and building were sold to a new owner. Thank…read moreyou so much to the employes and families that made Greenacres a special place to be and the wonderful memories you gave to us! Dee and Art Jane and Joe

WARNING DO NOT TAKE YOUR CHILD TO THIS CENTER! my daughter's…read morearm was pulled out of her socket by one of the staff and no one wanted to fess up to something that may have been an accident. Sharon Prendergast has an awful attitude and defended her staff. She even began to retaliate against myself and daughter for me reporting them to cps. She would hang up on my face when I called to check on my child, told me I'd wouldn't bee able to find another childcare facility when I stated I was disenrolling her. Also Vanessa in the toddler room is very rude to parents when picking up and dropping off their children. This place is a daycare nightmare. Filled with unprofessional, and physical staff.

Update: We're still loving the teachers and community at Benson Hill Cooperative School with our 2…read moreyear old in Ms. Kellys class! My family started at BHCP with our 2 year old kiddo in 2019. She was our first kid so it was a relief to be in class with her learning from the teachers, other parents working in the classroom and the Bates Technical College parent educator. My daughter learned to be more independent and play with kids her age. We now attended BHCP for three years and love the play based learning. Ms. Kristie keeps the kids engaged and laughing during opening circle. She encourages them to improvise in songs and guess what's going to happen in the story. The kids take turns bringing a class pet home (stuffed animal) and telling the other kids about their adventures. Art is a sensory messy creative play experience. Kids are encouraged to explore materials and come up with their own ideas about how to use them. Ms. Kristie supports them as they create and explore. We have class field trips like going to the pumpkin patch; seeing plays at Carco theater and visits from the firefighters with their trucks. BHCP has a large outdoor play space with swings, sand and plays to climb. Parents work in the classroom once a week which I've come to love. I get to see how my kid interacts at school and learn from other parents and the teacher. There isn't a focus on letters or counting however BHCP and Bates Technical college just held a kindergarten readiness panel and apparently it's more important that kids go to the bathroom independently and know how to use scissors. My 4 year old child participated in the 5 day program this year. So in additional to 3 days in the 4 year old class she also spent 2 days a week in the class for 3 year olds, which I was doubtful about at first but see how she gets to be a leader in class. She'll help open snack packets or demonstrate how to use a tool. Also since it's a play based school she does more projects on her own those days or with the help of a parent volunteer. Such as threading beads or dictating poems for her grandparents. Parents can choose to either serve on the board or have a parent job like laundry or playdough making. It's another way to build friendships with other parents. There are a lot of "thank goodness, your kid does that too?!" The preschool is in a church but is not religious. There is a Noah's Art Mural on one wall that the church as asked not be removed. But Christmas and even St. Patrick's day isn't topic of books or art projects. We actually had Purple Day on 3/17. They have trial classes. Worth checking out.

This is my daughter's first year at this co op school. Three of my friends and their kids had a…read moregreat educational journey at their local co op schools (Renton, Bothell and Bellevue) and their high recommendations inspired me to join. Two times a week we go to school together and play and learn for two hours and thirty minutes each day. My family tends to be more introverts and this easy separation transitional time and experience really works for us. Ms. Kristie is super attentive and caring. She is so dedicated to this school and her students. I cannot ask for a better teacher, environment and wonderful group of parents!

Beautiful location for a great school. Our daughter enjoyed daycare here for several years. The…read morelocation can't be beat - they would go on walks to the park and to Alki beach. She loved all the teachers and staff who provided great care to her.

Our experience with Seattle Early Learning Center is amazing! My daughter has been attending it for…read morealmost a year and she loves it! When my daughter started daycare I was afraid that she would hate it, because she spoke only Russian. But all teachers were very friendly, caring and helpful. Slowly she began to build up her English vocabulary. Now she can easily speak English and understands even more. Location of SELC is great! They use Whale tail park and Alki beach as a playground (they have their own too). They play outside twice a day which is so good for kids! Regina (the owner) is a wonderful person! She is very thoughtful and sensitive to our needs providing the best care! I highly recommend SELC!

I highly recommend this place I had both my children attend this school and it was a great…read moreexperience as a first-time mom in daycare. Teachers are nice and loving my kids loved it here they have so many memories and learned a lot. If you are looking for a great place to enroll your kids, this is the place to be.

Pros: The staffs were very friendly always. The director Nicky was very helpful and flexible in…read moreterms of changing our toddler's schedule around. They also have an app that allows you to communicate directly with your child's teacher and view some photos/videos throughout the day, though it depends on who's working that day. Some days I'd get 10 pictures and a video while some days I wouldn't get any pictures. Cons: My toddler always comes out at pick up in the afternoon with a dirty, sticky face and/or hands with maybe food from lunch or snack? There were two times when she got a pretty big bruised-up bump on her forehead and a scratch on her face that staffs weren't sure where she got them from.

Parent Review - Please Read Carefully Spanish versión in…read moreimages. Update: This review has been updated to include additional factual details for clarity and completeness. I am sharing this experience so other parents can make informed decisions before enrolling their child. I wish I had seen a review like this beforehand. My intent is transparency, especially for families who rely on childcare subsidies and may have limited options. My daughter attended this school briefly. During that time, we experienced ongoing issues with communication and transparency. The most concerning situation involved my daughter being injured on more than one occasion--twice by the same child within a matter of weeks. When I asked why my child was hurt more than once in such a short period of time, the Director became defensive rather than responsive. On both occasions, I was not notified immediately. After the first incident, a vague incident report was placed in my daughter's backpack for me to discover after arriving home. The report was written on Mt. Tahoma letterhead, which was confusing and concerning, as my child does not attend that school. During the second incident, I arrived for pickup while my daughter was still crying and visibly distressed after being struck on the side of the head by the same child. The teacher who brought her to the gate did not know what had happened, and the Director also appeared unaware. My daughter was initially handed to me as if nothing had occurred. Only after it became clear that I was upset and would not leave while my child was crying, red in the face, and hurt did a staff member offer an ice pack. When the Director arrived, she was unable to explain what had happened. When my daughter identified who hit her, the Director stated, "No, it wasn't him," without clarifying who was responsible. Although my daughter clearly stated she was hit, the school insisted she had been "pushed onto bark." Bark would not cause a bruise on her ear or the contusion later diagnosed by urgent care. The conversation with the Director and owner was brief and uninformative. Neither acknowledged who hurt my child or clearly explained what occurred. Instead, the incident was repeatedly described as "normal child behavior," and it was implied that my daughter's actions caused her injury. Some children at the school are as old as six; my daughter is only four. No apology was offered, and no prevention plan was discussed unless I specifically asked. An incident report was not offered. I requested one and was told it would be provided, but it never arrived. After following up, I eventually received a report that lacked key details, including staff names and a clear explanation of how the injury occurred. Most concerning, the report focused heavily on my daughter's behavior in a way that implied she was responsible for being hurt, while also stating that a teacher witnessed the incident and did not intervene to prevent injury. In a follow-up email--after I continued requesting a corrected incident report and additional details--the Director suggested that I consider withdrawing my daughter and placing her in a private in-home daycare, stating that my concerns reflected "very specific needs," rather than addressing how the school would ensure my child's safety. Beyond the physical injuries, my daughter showed signs of emotional distress while attending this program, including difficulty playing with peers and fear associated with school staff. Since leaving the school, these reactions have continued. I have not been able to return to work since November, as attempts to transition her into other childcare settings have been unsuccessful due to her extreme distress and refusal to enter facilities. The emotional impact on our family has been substantial. What troubled me most was not just the incidents themselves, but a pattern of delayed communication, limited transparency around supervision, and dismissal of legitimate safety concerns. I have since withdrawn my daughter and am sharing this to encourage other parents to ask detailed questions about supervision, injury reporting, communication practices, and how children are supported emotionally. This review reflects my personal experience as a parent.

My oldest son has been enrolled here for nearly two years, and the growth we've seen academically,…read moresocially, and emotionally, has been extraordinary. He came in shy and hesitant, and he has blossomed into a confident, curious child who loves learning and communicating with others. He now problem-solves on his own, initiates conversations, and brings home life skills he proudly teaches his younger brother. Because of the trust we've built, I recently enrolled my youngest son as well. One of the most meaningful parts of our experience has been the genuine care the staff has shown our family. When my father passed away unexpectedly about a year and a half ago, the teachers and administrators surrounded us with warmth and compassion. They checked in daily, supported my son through his big emotions, and made sure he felt safe and loved during an incredibly difficult time. That type of care comes from people who truly value the children they work with. Communication has always been clear, consistent, and responsive. The staff is proactive in sharing updates, answering questions, and making sure parents feel informed and included. Over nearly two years, any small hiccups that naturally happen in childcare have been handled with transparency, thoughtfulness, and professionalism. My son has developed strong, trusting relationships with his teachers, both under the previous ownership and the current leadership. He talks about them with so much affection, and it's evident that they genuinely know and appreciate him as an individual. They celebrate who he is, encourage his interests, and guide him with patience and respect. The sense of belonging and stability he feels at school has been a major factor in his growth. Every family and child is unique, but I can confidently share that this school has been a nurturing, communicative, and supportive environment for both of my children. We are grateful every day for the foundation it has provided, and I am thankful for the teachers who care for my boys as if they were their own.

Our daughter has loved her experience at Kiddie Adventures! She started in the preschool program in…read more2024 and just graduated from kindergarten last week. From the Otters classroom to the Bears class-room, she has enjoyed most of her days at school, and her teachers have always been so caring and supportive of both her and our family. As first-time parents, we couldn't be happier with our decision to send our daughter to Kiddie Adventures. If we have a second child, we will definitely enroll them here as well! With many tears shed during the graduation ceremony, we reflected on how much our little girl has grown into a confi-dent, thriving child. We are so grateful for the love, guidance, and support she received along the way. This is just the be-

We have been with this center for about 7 months, and my son loves it! Especially the warm lunches…read more I chose Kiddie because of the homemade warm meals and fresh fruit. I didn't want my son eating too much frozen food, so I'm very glad that he enjoys the meals there. More importantly, he is happy, and that's all we really need!

My child has been attending Guidepost since they were just 2.5 years old, and the growth we've seen…read moreover the years has been nothing short of incredible. From those first shy steps into the classroom to the confident, curious, and expressive learner they've become today, the transformation has been beautiful to witness. One of the most remarkable changes has been in their ability to open up--not just socially, but emotionally as well. This openness has come from the nurturing environment, patient teachers, and consistent encouragement they've received at school. We are incredibly grateful to the educators and staff for their dedication, kindness, and vision. They've helped shape our child into who they are today, and we're excited to see where the journey leads next.

We've been part of the Guidepost Montessori community since my daughter was 1.5 years old. She…read morestarted at the Lynnwood location, which was a wonderful experience, and transitioned to the Kent campus in February. With so many life changes happening at once, the transition was a bit rocky at first - but thanks to the support of the administrators, teachers, and our involvement as parents, I'm happy to say she's now thriving. She's learning, making friends, and growing more confident every day. We're so grateful for the care and dedication of the Guidepost team!