Came in one day to find someone's child holding a bleach bottle. Dis enrolled our daughter per the…read morewritten notice - they sent messages at the same period saying that because of covid they had the right to also charge us 5 days a week even if they could only offer 3. This is a scary place, do not send your babies here. After removing our child from their care they started sending threats for collection because we didn't give enough notice. We gave plenty. What they really meant to say is they only pay their workers minimum wage and treat them like crap to keep this facility barely functioning.

We really loved KinderCare! Michael, Cindy, and all of the teachers are truly amazing people who…read morelove their students. We sent our daughter there from 5 months -14 months with a few month break due to COVID (we kept her home out of our own caution). As an infant, she was so well taken care of at KinderCare! Of course it's hard for any parent to drop off your little one while you go work, but the teachers in the infant rooms really helped me adjust. They were okay letting me come visit whenever, and even invited parents in for story time. They helped her gain some independence with napping and bottles as well. Of course after covid, parents can't go into the classroom but I'm sure it will be back to normal eventually. Ms Denise is the nicest teacher and really made our family feel connected. Also, since my daughter was out of daycare for a few months, when she came back and transitioned to the waddler room Ms Denise made her a memory book of her first year with photos and art projects! It was so nice that she did that even though our daughter missed a couple months! Waddler room teachers are also great! Our daughter was always super happy when we picked her up and they did a lot of fun activities. Overall the curriculum is great- safe space for kids to move with lots of music and art throughout the day. They have themes and vocabulary lessons too. We moved to a daycare next to our house since we no longer commute downtown but will always love KinderCare for helping us get through the first year!!!

We love Interlake! Our son has been in the toddler room for almost a year…read more Every day he eats nutritious, vegetarian, homemade meals (e.g., zucchini quesadilla and sopa de fideo, farfalle in corn sauce), participates in a variety of play-based activities (e.g., music class, sensory bins, planting seeds, yoga), and builds relationships with his friends and teachers. They really try to build a community with parents, teachers, and admin through events (e.g., spring potluck, harvest festival), volunteer opportunities (e.g., class field trips, work parties), and parent-teacher conferences. My husband and I review the activity feed on Brightwheel and we're jealous of all the fun he is having!

Was told I am a "right fool" for the safety concerns I have for my son. Thanks Brandon.read more

We sent our son to Blossom Childcare from age 14 months to two years. We had an extremely positive…read moreexperience with Aster. She is licensed, the facility is clean and safe, her staff is caring and qualified. They establish good ground rules with the children, provide a stimulating curriculum with age appropriate toys and teaching tools, teaching the little ones numbers, colors, alphabets, sharing, and group playing. This isn't a day care that sits the children in front of the television with movies and kids shows. The hours are 6:00 am to 8:00 pm and Aster has always been very flexible with us and understanding when we needed to change our schedule last minute. Blossom provided food for our child and accommodating our dietary needs as well. (vegetarian) Our son was able to get his afternoon naps in as well. They are based in the heart of Columbia City walking distance to the light rail or rainier ave. Easy pick up drop off. There is parking for one car, drop off, with an awning for the rainy days to keep you and the kiddo out of the rain. It is an affordable day care that is convenient for working parents. We had a wonderful experience and our son loved it. He still talks about Aster and his friends that he met there. Aster is a wonderful woman with a kind soul and a very easy going way with children.

My husband and I are from the Midwest and don't have family in the area so we were delighted to…read morefind Aster. She is great with our 1 year old daughter. Aster offers drop-in day care which we utilize 2-3 times a month. Aster is available 6 AM to 8 PM 7 days a week and she is incredibly accommodating. She has a great dedicated space on the lower level of her home with a large outdoor space as well. Aster is so kind and caring and dropping our daughter off there feels like leaving her with family.

I live right by cottage schools and Gatewood elementary. I take my kids to the playground often and…read moreget to watch how the cottage teachers interact with the students or shall I say a lack of interaction. Every time I'm there, the teachers are just huddled around talking to each other while the girls get into their caddy circles and exclude other kids. Then there's this one poor little boy who sits by himself staring at the ground all the while the teachers chat it up. If this was my child, I'd be heartbroken. This happens on the regular. We went inside to do a tour and all the students were rude to my daughter. Some of the "teachers" looked like they had zero education. Think about who guides your children. These are not the people you want. Then jve tried to call them. No one ever pics up the phone or it's disconnected. Then the person who emails is extremely short and rude. I'm guessing the reason they get kids to come is because it's tied into Gatewood. Unfortunately, Gatewood is the school my daughter will go to but with this level of education in the pre k program, I'm worried about the level of care my grade school child might not get.

My son has been attending Cottage since the summer before he started kindergarten at Gatewood…read more Laura and Amanda have been incredibly responsive, kind, and helpful when we enrolled, and then later re-enrolled after the early phase of the pandemic. My son absolutely loves all of the teachers and their programming. Any time I voice a concern (like my son being rough, other kids being rough), Laura and the staff have been clearly invested in ensuring that their curriculum addresses the areas (beyond just academics) that the kids need to grow and thrive in -- such as socialization, being respectful, listening to their friends, etc. I highly recommend this wonderful school!

We couldn't be happier our experience at Kiddie Academy of Queen Anne! From day one, the infant and…read moretoddler classrooms felt like a second home - bright, welcoming spaces where little ones are genuinely excited to spend their days. All staff and administrators deserve recognition for their incredible dedication. The teachers created such engaging, developmentally appropriate activities and truly enjoyed sharing them with the kids. They have this wonderful ability to balance fun with learning and created engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that the kids delighted in. The daily communication was fantastic too - we always felt connected to his day through detailed updates about his adventures, discoveries, and progress. Our son grew so much during his time at Kiddie Academy! We're filled with appreciation for our time her. Any parent searching for quality early childhood care should definitely consider Kiddie Academy - it's been everything we hoped for and more!

Absolutely loved our time at Kiddie Academy. We've moved a lot so had to go to three daycares in…read moretwo years (including many of Seattle's most expensive...), and our son has never transitioned so well and so quickly into a school. The teachers and entire staff are not only professional and dedicated, but provide the warmth and affection that makes young kid comfortable. Debbie runs a tight ship. Front desk staff are always full of smiles. We love our end of day reports and pictures, and the live-streaming videos so we can check on our son during the day. Miss Jamie and Miss Belle in toddler class are the best! If we didn't live a 50 min commute away we would have stayed!

our daughter is now transitioning from Houria Wonderland to attend kindergarten, but she has been…read moreattending this daycare since she was one year old. we've always loved the community this school. our daughter made close friends and learned so much. She is well prepared for kindergarten socially and academically! She loved attending and we have a lot of affection for the family who runs this daycare. The mixed ages was a great fit for our family, as our daughter adored getting some time with the babies. The facility is always clean and supplied with fun activities. Park days and cooking days were her favorite!

Houria Wonderland has truly been a lifesaver for our family. We were thrilled to find such a…read morebright, clean, and welcoming full-day childcare program. From the moment we met Samia and her daughter, Anfel, we knew we had found something special. Both of my children have attended since they were babies. My son graduated when he was five and he was more than ready for kindergarten. Samia does an amazing job making learning age-appropriate, engaging, and most importantly, fun. My kids love going to school and always come home happy, often with lots of art projects to share. Samia creates such a warm, loving environment and truly makes the children feel like part of her family, with birthday celebrations, holiday parties, and favorite traditions like pajama days. We feel incredibly lucky to have found Houria Wonderland and would highly recommend Samia to any family looking for loving, high-quality childcare.

Both of our kids attended SLC from 2020-2026 and we have been incredibly happy every step of the…read moreway. The teachers are so nurturing and engaged. They work to build a community amongst families. They take them on field trips and to the park and pea patch. My kids have learned so much and were more than prepared for Kindergarten. The classes are small enough that every child is cared for and they also have plenty of opportunities to develop independence. We would recommend SLC to anyone looks for a daycare where their children will thrive!

Our experience with Seattle Learning Center has been extremely positive. From the very beginning,…read morethe staff made our family feel welcome and supported. The teachers are caring, patient, and genuinely invested in each child's growth and well-being. One of the things we appreciate most is the balance between education and play. The daily activities are thoughtfully planned and help children build important social, emotional, and academic skills. Communication with families has also been excellent. Staff members regularly share updates about daily activities, progress, and any important information, which helps parents feel connected and reassured. SLC has created a positive community amongst the families. We are very grateful for the dedication of the teachers and staff and would highly recommend this daycare to families looking for a dependable and enriching childcare environment.

Words are not enough for expressing how I feel about Bloom. It has been a wonderful 2 years for my…read moreson and I am truly sad that he graduated this year. The teachers are really patient and kind here and I never ever worried about him being here. They are really reasonably priced as well. I am so glad that I found Bloom and that my son's first school experience was so great. I highly recommend Bloom!

Bloom Preschool is top notch! I am the type of parent to keep my kid home rather than send her to…read morea preschool that I'm not sure is great. With Bloom, I feel GREAT about the program and teachers, and have full peace of mind when I take my daughter and drop her off. Stacy (the owner) is very experienced and level-headed. She's great with kids and is always calm and collected while simultaneously showing enthusiasm for the kids. Stacy has developed curriculum that is fun, multifaceted and holds my daughters attention. I like a balance between play and learning and I feel Bloom gets this right. Bonus: my daughter brings home adorable crafts matching the weekly theme. My daughter attended during the 2020-21 school year. The owner Stacy told me at the tour that she was going to try and find a transparent shield for her face so she could pull down her mask and smile at the kids. She couldn't imagine not being able to show the kids facial expression. **Okay, I don't know about you, but this is exactly the kind of teacher I want for my child. One that sincerely cares about the emotional and social development of her students. ** She would give the parents periodic updates regarding Covid safety rules but she didn't ever appeared frazzled by the changing protocol of Covid mandates. There was one Covid exposure risk during the year and Stacy did a A+ job of informing us and keeping us safe with an appropriate closure and re-opening. Honestly, Bloom was a major "silver lining" for an otherwise CHALLENGING year. I'm so grateful to Stacy, Nicole, and Amber for a fantastic first year of preschool. I am now counting the days till summer vacation is over and school starts back up!