Our family has had the pleasure of being part of Rainbow Montessori School for the past two years…read moreand are very sad our time with Jen, Barbara, and Martha has come to an end. We enrolled our youngest (of three) at Rainbow after a very poor experience with a her former school and are beyond glad we did so. Rainbow does so many "things" correctly. 1. They say what they will do, and they do it. Plus so much more. Our daughter came home knowing the essentials: courtesy, kindness, respect, numbers, letters, and counting. Shockingly, she also came home at the end of the year able to read, how to recognize 20+ flags, and to recognize and communicate with a few ASL and German phrases. 2. She was loved and respected as an individual and a community member. The teachers love their students. They also show students love through boundaries and self responsibility -something that transferred to my kiddo's behavior at home. 3. Rainbow is the best "bang for your buck". My daughter is going into Kindergarten better prepared than her sisters who were in full day preschool/PreK programs that were 5 days/week. 4. They encourage and guide students but never force them to "do" academic work if a child is t ready both emotionally or cognitively. They encourage kids to play and try new activities. Only complaint: We wish we knew about Rainbow five years sooner for our other two kiddos.

Wonderful Wonderful Wonderrrrful!!!!!!!!! We moved from CA and our kiddo LOVES going to school…read more.. LOVES show and tell.... LOVES how they celebrate birthdays.... LOVES his projects - I mean the list goes on and on... I am surprised they arent getting more reviews on social media... I love their Montessori style too as it isnt crazy strict, but yet so fun! My son loves getting ready and going to school and he has been there since he was 4 and was fortunate to have his birthday celebrated this past April. I am beyond happy on the tuition cost,and it is only about 1 mile to Woodinville's library, Cottage Lake park, the grocery stores, etc etc...

What a positive and nurturing environment, a safe place to set that foundation of learning.read more

Still very happy with this school and both of my kids are now attending. The teachers are wonderful…read moreand director Joy McBride is such a warm hearted & lovely person. The only change I want to make to the program continues to be that I wish they offered a 4 hour option with foreign language and music time.

I highly recommend UCIC, infant through Elementary programs…read more I have three children who have been growing and flourishing at UCIC (Ages 2, 6, & 8) for several years now. The teachers are amazing and support school staff and summer camp staff provide such caring and concern about the kids and parents. The quality of service and your child's development will exceed your expectations. My kids love it here which is the best feedback a parent can get.

Ucic has become like a second family to us in a city where we have no family in the area. Our three…read morekids are known by name and the staff are accessible, kind, and work hard to create a safe and welcoming environment for the kiddos. We love the ample enrichment opportunities throughout the school day and after school, and we know that the school aims to differentiate and personalize instruction for students, while maintaining high and rigorous standards for all. They truly believe that all students are capable of achieving and demonstrate this in their wide range of supports for students.

Formerly Lake Forest Park Cooperative Preschool, this school is a great co-op. We joined with my…read moreoldest daughter a year and a half ago after moving from out of state and it was the best decision we made. Not only did I find a great friendly, learning and play environment for my daughter, but I also found a great community of parents that have become great friends! I have enrolled my youngest for this coming school year and can't wait to see her in their new school in Bothell.

My son and I started at the Bothell Family Co-op Preschool last year when he was 10 months old, the…read morefirst year they offered the infant class (now called Parent & Baby). At that age it is less of a "preschool" than a fun, enriching activity for you to do with your baby. They have an amazing outdoor space where my son loved to play with trucks, roll balls down the ball ramp, and go down the slide. The indoor space has lots of experiences including water table, art, blocks, dramatic play and lots of great toys that rotate in and out each month. At BFCP my son had his first time drinking out of a cup and eating sitting in a real chair at a table! The parent ed component is kind of an educational support group, with new topics each week prepared by Teacher Jamie along with a lot of sharing of experiences and ideas. If your kid is comfortable playing on their own, you even get a break and a cup of coffee while other parents help keep an eye on the kids! We're really looking forward to being in the Toddlers class this year!

My child has been attending WMS for four years - since the Early Childhood level. We continue to be…read moreimpressed with the rate at which our child excels and her love of learning is truly fostered. We are always amazed at what our child comes home with. They do not limit children's learning and treat them as though they can handle learning advanced vocabulary and vast concepts (because they can!). What we love - the classroom sizes and student/teacher ratio - individualized learning - the community - no limit to what children can learn/handle - fostering love of education - teaching kindness in social skills

Woodinville Montessori may not be for everyone. Its orderly environment is maintained by…read morerestricting the freedom for some kids to learn and explore on their own. When a kid fails to comply due to their age or personality, parents are simply told to take their kid somewhere else with very little regard to what it does to a young child's mind or heart. I went to a Montessori inspired school myself. Although I have never been trained or certified as a Montessori teacher, I have years of experience on the receiving end. For me, the Montessori system allowed me to learn independently at my own pace. The freedom to learn was essential for me to establish self-confidence. Because of that, we believe our 3 year old child can benefit from the Montessori system as well. Our child was accepted to the early childhood program. It's a mixed-age class with 20 children ranging from 3 to 6 years old. Being one of the youngest children in the class, it would require time for him/her to adjust to the transition. Prior to Woodinville Montessori, he/she has been going to a play-based daycare with kids in the same age group. The transition was not easy. Our child struggled adapting to the new environment. However, he/she was making progress. During our scheduled one-on-one with the teacher, we talked about his/her struggles and improvements. Everything was appearing to be heading in the right direction. There was no mention of rejecting him/her from the school during this meeting. We even asked the teacher if there is anything concerning that requires special attention. Nevertheless, we received an email from the school 2 weeks after our one on one meeting with the teacher indicating the need to discuss his/her "readiness" to continue attending Woodinville Montessori. A special meeting was set up as the result of that email. We attended the meeting ready to make necessary adjustments to better prepare our 3 year old for the school. We actually looked forward to receiving recommendations. Instead of providing constructive suggestions, the school basically told us to take our child somewhere else. It was explained to us that the primary reason for the school's decision was his/her poor ability to follow instructions. During this meeting, the school demonstrated very little understanding of our child and willingness to work with us. Our kid is not a perfect kid. He/she can be challenging at times. We are certainly not perfect parents either. However, we try our best to understand and to make the best decisions based on this understanding. The expectation from Woodinville Montessori for a 3 year old child to follow directions and stop exploring on their own was not the best for our child. The school's lack of willingness to work together was also extremely discouraging. The Montessori method was originally developed to help children with learning disabilities. It was the method for teaching the "unteachable". It's based on the understanding of how a child's mind works. Although an "orderly" environment is a major element in the Montessori method, it should not interfere with the children's natural tendency to want to explore. Montessori or not, the purpose of education is to help the children. Turning them away when they are struggling simply does not align with this fundamental goal. We saw the efforts from our child trying to adjust and to be accepted to the new environment. It was heartbreaking when all their effort was simply rejected. In the end, imagine having to explain to your child that they cannot go to the school and see their friends anymore.

This preschool has been an absolute blessing for our family! As a first-time preschool family, our…read moreson had always been home with me, so we were a little nervous about how he'd adjust, especially since he's naturally shy and takes time warming up in new social settings. From our very first tour, Ms. Jennifer and Ms. Diane put us completely at ease. We actually visited twice before signing up for the fall, and both times they were so warm and reassuring. That really set the tone for everything that followed. The first week, the teachers were incredibly accommodating and communicative. They even sent me personal texts with updates on how he was doing, which meant the world to a nervous mom. We started with just 2 days a week, but he loved it so much that we transitioned to 3 days before we knew it. What truly speaks to how enriching their programs are is that the moment he gets in the car, he talks endlessly about his day, what he learned, and the friends he made. The activities keep him so engaged and excited that learning feels like pure fun to him. He's thrived so much that he asked on his own to do the full summer program before starting Kindergarten, and we didn't hesitate for a second. When we realized his K program doesn't have school one day a week, the school graciously agreed to let him continue coming through the fall so he can still see his friends and spend time in class with Ms. Lucie, who is so warm and wonderful with the kids. He is absolutely thrilled. The environment is nurturing, the communication is excellent, they are flexible with families schedules, and it's clear that everyone here truly cares about each child as an individual. I can't recommend this preschool enough to any family looking for a warm, safe, and enriching early learning experience. We only wish we had signed him up sooner!

Locally owned, deeply caring, and genuinely magical -- Vaulting Frogs is a rare gem in early…read moreeducation. We moved our daughter to Vaulting Frogs after a difficult experience at a nationally-run preschool, and the difference has been night and day. At her previous school, we faced inflexible scheduling, rigid policies around naptime (with no accommodation for children who struggled to sleep), and staff who didn't seem to understand or honor our daughter's emotional needs. Sadly, each school day, without fail, had begun to start with tears and anxiety. At Vaulting Frogs, all of that changed. From the very first week, our child began to look forward to going to school -- and came home happy, inspired, and calm. The warmth and flexibility of the Vaulting Frogs team has made all the difference. They truly see each child as an individual. If your child needs a nap, they'll have one. If they don't, that's okay too. There's no pressure -- just thoughtful guidance and supportive structure. The curriculum is vibrant and imaginative, full of engaging hands-on projects that feel joyful rather than overly scripted. They have a wonderful gym for movement and gymnastics-style play, a charming fenced outdoor area with playhouses and seasonal splash zone fun during the summer, and a cozy classroom that feels more like a welcoming learning home than an institution. What really stands out most is the heart of the owners, Jennifer and Diane, and their teachers. The staff at Vaulting Frogs is present, communicative, warm, and truly invested in each family's and child's experience. You can feel that this is a locally owned preschool with a heart and soul, not a franchise focused on policy and profits. Vaulting Frogs created a space where our child felt safe, confident, and genuinely excited to learn each day. Their thoughtful approach -- including financial and scheduling flexibility -- supported our family in balancing the demands of work and life outside of school, and we are so, so grateful. Highly, highly recommended.

I have a 5 year girl and a 3 year girl both attending Evergreen Academy Kirkland. They both love…read moretheir teachers and as a parent I think the school provide great value. My elder girl is in class 105 with Ms. Fatima and Mr. Issac. Both of them are super caring and loving. Ms. Fatima conducts Motessori related research and keep parents and kids engaged and keep improving the education quality. It's a very nourishing and loving environment. Ms. Katherine and Ms. Sudha in class 104 are very nice and kind. My younger girl love her and is eager to go to classroom, makes drop off really easy for me. Principle Ms. Monica, and school staff including Ms. Marina and Ms. Leanna are also very loving and has good communications.

Since Ms. Monica became the school principal, the school experience has greatly improved. Our…read moredaughter is in Ms. Fatima's class, who is one of the best teachers our daughter has had at this school and follows the Montessori method. She is very kind and patient, and manages her class exceptionally well. Assistant teacher Mr. Isaac is also very attentive and calm. My daughter is thriving in their class and learning a ton and excited to goto school everyday

My child has been at this school since preschool. I would say that Lower Elementary is definitely a…read morestrength, as some other reviews have mentioned. However, Upper Elementary was a different experience. In my opinion, it's not worth it. The academic pace feels slow and behind. You might get lucky and end up in a class where the teacher sets higher expectations(I heard from my child there is only one class), but otherwise, it's hard to justify staying that long just for academics. If academic progress isn't your main concern, it could still be fine. Overall, this school may is not the best fit for fast learners. Teachers focus on keeping the class balanced, which often means slowing down advanced students to match the majority's pace.

Due to moves, our daughter has been to two other schools, and WMS has been exceptionally better…read morethan the other. The environment is calm, positive, and incredibly welcoming. The student-to-teacher ratio is wonderful (23 students and three teachers). The school administration and teachers proactively communicate. The lead teacher in Dogwood is an absolute blessing. She has been very attentive to our daughter's anxiety, and our daughter has blossomed in this classroom. The school celebrates many cultural holidays, and our whole family has been enjoying the community events hosted by parent volunteers. The school sends visibly sick children home, as they should (not our experience with previous schools). We are thankful for fewer sick days because of this. Our only feedback would be to increase recess/outdoor time and to add additional greenery to the outdoor areas.