What types of preschool can I find in Seattle, WA?

There are two main types of preschool programs you can send your kids to in Seattle, WA. The first is a full-time preschool program that usually works well for parents working full-time shifts. The second is a part-time preschool program where you can enroll your child for 2-3 days per week and typically choose between a morning or afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child. You can also check your options in Seattle, WA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

What should I look for in a good preschool program in Seattle, WA?

When you begin looking for preschools in Seattle, WA ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Seattle, WA.

How can I find a preschool near me?

There are currently 24 preschools in Seattle, WA on Care.com and you can filter these local results by distance from your zip code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check reviews from other families in Seattle, WA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

Top 10 Preschools in Seattle, WA | Compare Prices

Top Preschools Near Seattle

Costimate: $247/wk

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Located at West Woodland Elementary School, Kids Inc. is a nationally accredited child care center offering full and part-time preschool programs, a pre-kindergarten program, before and after school programming, and a summer camp. Their relationship with the school allows access to the school playground, gym, cafeteria, tech lab, and library.

Seattle Infant Development Center

1217 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA

Costimate: $238/wk

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Babysitters $18.25/hr Nannies $19.50/hr

Wallingford KinderCare

400 NE 45th St, Seattle, WA

Our experts designed our classrooms - and every activity and lesson - to help prepare your child for success in school and beyond. With designated learning centers such as dramatic play and blocks in every classroom, children have the opportunity for rich social play and child-initiated discovery.
You’ll also find that our classrooms feature a print-rich environment full of carefully selected materials, written charts and labels, and children’s literature. By helping your child connect spoken words and print, we’re helping develop early literacy and writing skills.
Whether your child has first words or first grade on the horizon, we’re excited to show you how everything in our center is designed for learning!
Alexandra Graeve, Center Director

Sunshine Room

Martin Luther King Jr Way, Seattle, WA

Costimate: $246/wk

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Sunshine Room is a home preschool providing a nurturing, fun and safe environment for children, 2.5- 6 years old, to explore and grow. Our individualized curriculum caters to your child's specific needs and interest. We encourage life-long learning and motivate children to be loving and independent, free thinkers.

HSDC's Rosen Family Preschool

1625 19th Ave, Seattle, WA

Costimate: $249/wk

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HSDC offers a unique Seattle preschool with open spots for ALL kids (ages 3 - 5) - check out our great programs today!

The Rosen Family Preschool is a bilingual, ASL and English, environment geared towards children with hearing loss who want to communicate visually. Families with children who use both ASL and spoken language at home are also welcome. Push in and pull out Audiology and Speech-Language therapy is also provided. The Rosen Preschool is a licensed, full day school (9:00 am - 3:00 pm), supported by Seattle Public Schools and the City of Seattle Preschool Programs.

Woodland Hall Preschool

516 NW 56th Street, Seattle, WA

Starting at $1625/mo

WOODLAND HALL PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE CENTER is a nonprofit organization and is dedicated to the growth of young children. Our goal is to surround children with a safe, sharing, caring, learning and growing environment. This nurturing atmosphere enhances and stimulates the development of a child's body, mind, and spirit. Our methods are centered on that goal and our knowledge that children learn through active manipulation of the environment and through concrete experiences. The developmentally appropriate activities and materials used in our program provide opportunity for the child s grown and participation in decision making, development of self-esteem and the establishment of values*. We place an emphasis on spiritual, physical, intellectual and emotional development. Out of this emphasis grows a supportive bond among people in the center. We accept our fellow human beings as expressed in actions of helpfulness, respect, and cooperation, showing that we value the dignity and worth of every individual. From this, all other things are possible. Green Lake Preschool has been in existence since 1988. Woodland Hall Preschool is a DBA of the Green Lake campus.
[*Portions of our philosophy and mission statement have been adopted from the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement.]

Creative Minds Bilingual Child Care and Preschool

727 N 86th ST, Seattle, WA

Costimate: $258/wk

Costimate™ is an estimate based on an average of known rates charged by similar businesses in the area. For actual rates, contact the business directly.

At Creative Minds, we believe that learning should be primarily child-directed and play-based. Children learn by having hands-on experiences, and play is their work. Our role as educators is to support each unique child improve their socialization and problem solving skills, expand their imagination, and guide them to explore and gain confidence in a safe and nurturing environment.

Our curriculum introduces children to a child-centered curriculum that exposes them to languages, science, math, drama, music, arts, cultures and outdoor play. We offer a language immersion program in both Mandarin Chinese and English; the program works toward conversational fluency in the foreign language. Each month, we explore new cultures and traditions as part of preparing our children to be confident world citizens.

Creative Minds offers multi-aged mix classroom, which encourages children to learn from each other and take on new roles and responsibilities within their group. Program activities you might see at my site include daily circle time, free choice, language classes, practical life skills, imaginative play and outdoor play.

We offer children nutritious organic/non GMO meals and snacks daily to support their physical growth, along with plentiful of exercises.

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FAQs for finding preschools in Seattle

What types of preschool can I find in Seattle, WA?: There are two main types of preschool programs you can send your kids to in Seattle, WA. The first is a full-time preschool program that usually works well for parents working full-time shifts. The second is a part-time preschool program where you can enroll your child for 2-3 days per week and typically choose between a morning or afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child. You can also check your options in Seattle, WA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

What should I look for in a good preschool program in Seattle, WA?: When you begin looking for preschools in Seattle, WA ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Seattle, WA.

How can I find a preschool near me?: There are currently 24 preschools in Seattle, WA on Care.com and you can filter these local results by distance from your zip code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check reviews from other families in Seattle, WA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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