Schools in Seattle, WA

“My family has attended Lil People's World - Seattle for a combination of 14 years and 4 kids. We have loved this place from day one; great teachers and staff, the center is cleaned and decorated so bright and fun for the kids. All of my kids have loved going everyday and have so much fun learning and playing. Lil People's World has been a major part of our lives for so long, I am sad that my last baby will be graduating out and starting school next year. It's truly sad to think of the family we are leaving behind. Over the last 14 years we have made so many friends a long the way that will be lifetime friends. Thank you for being such a big part in our lives for so long! We will definitely be popping in to say Hi!!!!”

“We have loved our time at Kiddie Academy. After a rocky transition from nanny to daycare we found ourselves searching for a new place to send our toddler - we are so thankful to have found kiddie. The staff is friendly and accommodating—they all know my childs name and we feel connected to the school.

Beyond the great childcare, KA offer parent connects and weekend activities that have allowed us to meet other parents and establish a community within the school. My child loves going to school and had made many friends, learned a ton, and successfully potty trained. Happy we found KA.”

“We have had a wonderful experience with Bright Horizons Interbay. Our daughter started here in 2023 in the Toddler program and is currently in Pre-K, and it has been amazing to see how much she has grown during this time.
She absolutely loves going to school every day, which as a parent means a lot. The teachers are caring, patient, and genuinely invested in the children’s development. They create a nurturing environment where kids feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.
As parents, we also feel very comfortable and confident sending her there. The communication from the staff is great, the classrooms are well organized, and it’s clear that the team truly cares about the kids’ well-being and growth.
We are very grateful for the positive environment the school has created. It has been a won.derful place for our daughter to learn, build friendships, and grow”

“It is my child’s first experience being in a school setting and he absolutely loves it here. The class size is small and the teachers are wonderful. Love that the school is secured! Would very much recommend for daycare or preschool.”

“Kidzspace daycare was suggested to me by a dear friend. My daughter started going to Kidzspace in 2021. My daughter adores Ms Devi( she is the teacher at Kidzspace). Ms Devi is epitome of patience, skills and creativity. My daughter enjoys reading, writing and playing with her friends. Ms Devi is super creative with her monthly activity. Ms Devi is very professional and also sends us photos of their everyday activities. She always goes above and beyond in helping all the kids at her daycare. We love kidzspace. My daughter will be going to kindergarten soon and she is going to miss Ms Devi so much and is well prepared by Ms Devi. Words will fall short in describing the amazing experience we had at Kidzspace.”

“Kidus far exceeded our expectations. Our kid is learning to read, do math, and follow her curiosity. The school is structured, yet self directed. The teachers also care deeply about what they're doing, and are invested in the kids, and the results show - this is not just a job for the people at Kidus. We feel lucky to have sent our kid here.”

“Our family’s been at NQACC for one year and it’s been a wonderful experience. The teachers provide excellent programming and 1:1 attention. All of the staff seem to genuinely love working with the kids and families…would highly recommend!”

“Mrs. Maryam is the best she cares for all kids. She treats my kids like her own we love her so much like she family. She gives good vibes and joyful for all us. I’m glad she part of the Kindercare team”

“The Belltown Bright Horizons location has been an incredible experience for our family. The staff and admin here are truly wonderful — warm, supportive, and genuinely invested in the children’s well-being. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to help kids grow in all areas.

In my child’s class, Briceda, Amberlee, and Ashley are exceptional. They are kind, caring, and always have the children’s best interests at heart. I love how, during drop-offs, they get down to the child’s level, offer a hug, and talk about their feelings. They teach kids how to regulate emotions through breathing exercises, finger tracing, and reading wonderful books about feelings. It’s such a gift to see kids learning emotional skills at such a young age.

The class activities are also outstanding — from creative projects to dedicated Music, Movement, and Art days each week.

The leadership team, Bridget and Angela and Alexa, who have worked together for a long time, are equally amazing. I truly believe their strong leadership is the reason this center runs so smoothly and has such a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

I can’t recommend the Belltown Bright Horizons enough!”

“I have tried all the preschools.
This experience is unmatched.

Not because of a teacher. Not because of a setting.

Because the level of care for children — and their future — is so undeniable, you feel it.

Pickup and drop-off are like coming home.
Welcoming. Relaxed. Safe.

The student-to-teacher ratio is incredible.
Communication is clear, timely, and reasonable.
I can ask questions.
I can follow up directly with the person who witnessed an incident.
Information is available in the app when I need it.
Parents are encouraged to connect, communicate, and support each other.
Community is part of the experience here, not an afterthought.

What impresses me most:
The Learning is Intentional.

Not random activities, not busy work.
Physically and emotionally entertaining and educational activities.

Children learn about the lifecycle of a butterfly by physically watching their own butterfly grow from pupa.
They discuss it.
They count butterflies.
They add and subtract butterflies.

By the end of the week, they understand the concept deeply.

Why life matters.
Why nature matters.
Why people matter.

..and the information stays with them.

The delivery style is unique and forward-thinking.

The teachers excel beyond recognition- because leadership allows them to excel.

From top to bottom, these people genuinely care about child development and the future of humanity. With the right amount of love, structure, support, and education.

They are not interested in what has been done before.
They are interested in what can be done.

Money very well spent.
If they offered K–12, I would stay.

Invest in this experience.
You will not regret it.”

“My toddler began at this center in 2024, and I will be graduating this year. A review is not enough to say how grateful and lucky our family is to have come to this center not only are the staff caring, sensitive, but they bring such a diverse culture and understanding to each child. My son who is super shy and quite became comfortable and every morning when, dropping off he knows his routine and never throws a fit. Kudos to Luis for always having a positive vibe, teacher Erica, teacher Binh, and teacher Dora.”

“I went to a local event here, and it was absolutely fabulous. I am so thankful there are still venues for small artists to gather and share the arts with others.”

“At Interlake kids are really at the center of things. My preschooler knows the names of the admin team as well as the teachers in her classroom, because they all really want to spend time around kids. I have found Interlake community members adaptable, interested in child safety and development, diversity-minded, and kind. The staff and teachers are eager to work with parents, and the emergent curriculum lets children lead and succeed.The facility is a quirky old house that lends itself to phrases like "drop off is at the hobbit door". That space, combined with the great meals cooked in-house each day, give the center a homey feel. Inside the preschool classrooms there are traditional tiny tables and activity spaces for free play, as well as quiet 'loft' spaces filled with soft materials and sensory toys for times when kids need a space to themselves. Emotional learning is as much a part of the day as drawing and dramatic play. Each age group has a large play space outdoors, with toys as well as natural materials to explore in all seasons. At pick up time, it's hard to convince my kiddo to leave these spaces!”

“We’ve had a great experience so far with Ivy Blossom Preschool in the former Whizz Kids space. Renee and LeighAnne (the owners) are the best. You can really tell how much they care about the environment they’ve created, and it shows in all the thoughtful details.

We also appreciate what they’ve done with the space - it feels warm, refreshed, and intentionally designed.

Most importantly, our kids love going each day and come home happy and energized. We’re very grateful for the team there.”

“We enrolled our oldest at Concordia mid year in 2023 and have since enrolled our younger child. We love the community, the focus on academic mastery, and the small class sizes that mean each child is challenged and no one is falling through the cracks.”

“I've loved the consistency these teachers bring. Transitioning into the attached elementary school after NKS has been a breeze. My kids have left NKS feeling confident, more than academically ready for Kindergarten and aware of their own emotional regulation tools.”

“My child attended here for a couple of months. Never had complaints or concerns about my child. Every day was a positive turn out. I would recommend anyone to trust their child to be in their care.”

“We had a wonderful experience with this daycare. Although we had to stop attending due to a change in our family's circumstances, we were very happy with the care our child received.

Safety was always a top priority, and we felt confident knowing our child was in a secure, well-supervised environment. The staff provided regular updates throughout the day, including how our child was doing, activities they participated in, meals, naps, and any notable moments. These updates gave us peace of mind and helped us stay connected to our child's day.

Both teachers, Ms. Nezifa and Luisa were caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in our child's well-being and development. We are grateful for the positive experience and would highly recommend this daycare to other families.”

“We could not have asked for a better place for our first daycare experience!! From infant to toddler care, we’ve had a great experience with the center leads, each of the teachers, and support staff. Thank you for the communication, care, and support.”

“I am thrilled to give Seattle Waldorf School a glowing five-star rating. This educational institution stands out for its holistic and child-centered approach to education. Seattle Waldorf School creates a nurturing and inspiring environment where students are encouraged to explore their creativity, engage in hands-on learning, and develop a deep love for knowledge. The dedicated faculty and staff truly understand the individual needs and strengths of each student, fostering a strong sense of community and fostering a lifelong love for learning. The curriculum at Seattle Waldorf School integrates academic subjects, arts, movement, and practical skills, providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for success in all aspects of life. With its emphasis on imagination, critical thinking, and fostering a sense of social responsibility, Seattle Waldorf School is truly a remarkable institution that helps students thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.”

“We love small faces! All the staff are so kind and caring and our son loves to go to school here. We were nervous to change child care providers but since day 1 the teachers have shown so much support to the kids. They do tons of activities, including walking field trips. Our son has also leaned so much about playing with others and becoming more independent. Can’t recommend this place enough!”

“We started our daughter at SELC A1 when she was 5 months old and have really loved our time there. Our daughter really liked her infant class teachers and would pump her arms with excitement at drop-off. SELC A1 was so helpful in doing a slow transition to the toddler room, which was a bit overwhelming for our daughter at the beginning. She warmed up to it and now loves it. The staff seem to genuinely like the kiddos and enjoy their jobs. They do fun activities with the kids and take them outside quite a bit. We get lots of great updates throughout the day and the teachers are always happy to chat at drop-off and pick-up. The kids all seem happy, too. There are lots of smiling happy faces in pictures. Though I don't have a lot of experience with other daycares, SELC A1 feels very organized and the communication is great, which I really appreciate. It was something I noted from the very beginning of our search. It feels like everyone is paying attention and doing their best to provide quality care and service. Daycare everywhere is expensive; SELC A1 is worth the cost---good staff, happy kiddos--what more could you want.”

“I don’t have any kids that go here, but my partner lives in the apartments right above bright horizons and the teachers seem engaging and adorable. It makes me chuckle to hear the conversations that take place.”

“We had our kiddo birthday party and everything was perfect. The place is great, pricing fair, 2h is a good amount of time and a nice art to take home. Plus we were not rush to leave, as many places. So, for those reasons I highly recommend it!”

“FCC is a great daycare, preschool and after school care facility, the teachers and staff are extremely caring and professional. Really love the community aspects of the centers family involvement. I have 2 kids that have attended from 3months of age through 7years.”

“Our son attended preschool here for 7 months and it was an amazing experience with the staff and leadership. We moved out of state, but if not for that, we would have stayed with Seneca until kindergarten. Teacher Mesa ultimately became one of our son's favorite people, and other staff include assistant teachers, kindergarten prep teacher, art teacher, and leadership team, along with sub teachers, were all part of a team of people we came to trust with our son. They met him where he was at and built trust with him. They were kind and also taught him many skills. We felt safe knowing he was at Seneca. The communication with everyone was great and we felt very comfortable as a family. The staff helped him learn social skills and make his first friends. It was his first experience with daycare or school of any kind so we were very nervous. Ultimately it was absolutely worth it. I wish we could have taken them with us on the move. Highly recommend. The tuition is worth it, for sure. Thank you Seneca team.”

“Pros: warm teachers who truly care about the kids, schedule is great for working parents, lovely outdoor space.

We love seeing in the app how our girl is absolutely having a blast with story time, arts and crafts, outdoor playtime. The classrooms are diverse with many kids and teachers who speak different languages at home.

During the summer the kids had so many awesome activities like Firemen visiting, yoga, a magician, playing with water. There was even a carnival that parents could come to, super fun! 🤩

Cons: this applies to any Kindercare location (I was in Kindercare when I was a kid as well), the food is prepared by an onsite cook but (in our opinion) the quality of ingredients could be better. As a kid I even remember how a lot of the fruits/veggies were previously frozen (ex: steamed green beans) or canned fruits. We would pay extra for better quality food if we could.

Like with many daycares, aligning on potty training can be a challenge. We’ve had great open conversations with the teachers but hard to potty train the kids if they can’t use the bathroom easily once they are outside. Teachers have done a great job with encouraging our girl to use the bathroom inside, but outside potty training is a challenge.”