I can't say enough good things about Arrowhead Inglemoor Preschool. As an educator myself, I have…read morepretty high expectations when it comes to my child's education. The staff here are incredible and genuinely care about each individual student. They know the families and take time to ensure that each child feels welcome, a sense of belonging, and that they are valued members of the school. All year I have felt as though the staff have wrapped their arms around our entire family, including grandparents who regularly pick up my child. Educationally, my child is well prepared for kindergarten and he has showed excitement about his learning. From weaving in daily routines that mimic that of a kindergarten classroom, teaching, foundational reading skills and math concepts, they create a learning space that is highly engaging and prepares children for elementary school. My kid was eager to share all that he was learning and proud of the work he brought home each day. Perhaps the greatest indicator of a successful preschool year was that my son regularly wanted to go to school. He showed disappointment on the weekend or when he didn't have an extended lunch buddy day. The fact that he loved school and his teachers were proof enough that this is an incredible school. This preschool has a true community feel and I couldn't be happier about the warm environment that my child spent a year in. I wish I had found this gem sooner and can't wait to have my youngest go there as soon as he is able to.

All four of my children have attended Arrowhead Inglemoor Preschool and we love it! The teachers…read moremake sure every child feels special and loved. Prior to AIP I had my children in a co-op, but with more kids it was challenging to work in the classroom. My first draw to AIP with 3 kids 3 and under was that they have DRIVE THRU drop-off and pick-up, so I didn't need to get my other two kids out of the car. Now that my older 3 are in elementary I don't need this as much, but it still can be a great option (especially if I'm running 5-10 minutes late!) They have a lot of great enrichments across the year (these vary depending on what class you're in) field trips: pumpkin farm, farm, Kirkland Storybook Theater, Children's Museum, fire station, pond, as well as lots of incursions: bunnies, reptile man or lady, police officer, fire fighters, dentist and then of course mommy and muffins, daddy and donuts, Valentine, Easter, and harvest parties as well as an end-of year carnival in 4s and 5s classes. They also have a Christmas and end of year program. Note, this program only runs through May, this surprised me the first couple years, but they have offered a 2-3 week "summer camp" extention into June for those who want a longer year. My two oldest boys and my youngest will attend the 5s class which is a great option for children that need an extra year before kindergarten or are on the older end. They have a great balance of educational curriculum which addresses kindergarten readiness through zoophonics, writing their name, numbers and colors (again, based on age), daily art and lots of play (rotation of toys and sensory activities). They will meet with you in January to let you know how your student is doing, but they are very responsive if you have a concern or want to know more sooner. They either go outside or set up indoor movement play activity, this isn't an outdoor preschool so if it's a rainy day they won't necessarily go outside. They regularly post photos to their private Facebook group so you can see what's going on inside of the classroom. We love Arrowhead Inglemoor Preschool, it is has been a great fit for our family! Note: This is a preschool that runs out of Epiphany Lutheran Church and they will sing Christmas songs, and go to chapel once a month and learn a Bible story. If that is something that bothers you, this probably isn't the right preschool for you!

Three of our children have attended Teeter Tots and we love it! The teachers are patient and caring…read morewith the children and make everything interesting and fun while provided a rich learning environment. The school is great at communicating with parents and make our whole family feel welcome.

My "spirited" son transitioned to teeter tots Montessori after being at his preschool for 1.5…read moreyears. I never knew what he was capable of until he had Judy and Linda as teachers. In 4 months with them he learned more than he had in 18 at his previous school! Not only that but he learned how to learn! They are also amazing at working with all ages and dispositions. I cannot wait until my 22 month old can start at teeter tots! I cannot recommend this school enough. Please don't let the lack of a fancy or modern facade deter you from sending your child here. My son is starting kindergarten this fall and I am sad he won't have Judy and Linda but know my youngest will benefit from their experience and wisdom!

Our kids have been to Birch Tree (BTA) over the past 4 years. We've had an amazing experience, and…read morerecently realized how exceptional it is compared to other daycares. We took for granted the high quality care and high standards set by the management and staff. We took a short break and moved our youngest to another daycare for a month just to be closer to our house (national chain daycare in Kenmore), and it was literally night and day. The other daycare was subpar in quality and extremely short staffed, even though the tuition was comparable. We decided to move them back to Birch Tree, and drive the extra miles. What we love about Birch Tree is the management, warm and caring teachers who give lots of hugs, home cooked food, facilities, quality education, classroom camera and Bright Wheel App. Despite the locations expansion, BTA still feels locally owned and the owner Natalie and head of schools Jessica are very much involved in all of their schools. You will still see them in-person floating around the different locations. They generally know all student's names, and the local staff are always friendly and greating parents. They hold their staff to high standards and also expect the same of parents. Kids are well behaved, they wear inside vs outside shoes. Food is better than my home cooked meals, classrooms are modern with high ceilings and large windows, and all teachers have open communication with parents via the instant messaging feature. The admin staff is also on top of communication, and they have an abundance of teachers and admin staff. They also offer weekly PE, music, and Spanish classes which are all included in the price. They also offer parents night-out occasionally, and host events and weekly summer field trips for pre-k. You can do 3, 4, or 5 days a week. Speaking with staff, they enjoy working there and say that there's opportunity for them to grow and take on different roles within the school or office. Other parents we've met have moved from other daycares to go to BTA and seem very happy with BTA. They have well prepared our oldest for kindergarten and we are so thankful. None of these things we observed with the national chain daycare.

Wonderful place for kids to learn and thrive! Truly appreciate the work they put in and my child is…read moregrowing and learning a great deal as he prepares for kindergarten and elementary school!

I sent my daughter to The Children's School and Montessori two years ago. My daughter was there for…read more10 months. I have to say I did't see her growth. My daughter was shy and passive. During the 10 months, I didn't see she had any improvement. My daughter told me she didn't talk with teachers and other kids often. She just played by herself, and the teachers never came to guide her. My daughter said most of the time, teachers were just standing there and watching them play except the circle time. My daughter went to another Montessori school which was way better. Now, she is outgoing. My feeling was that I wasted 10 months to send my daughter to The Children's School and Montessori.

Bobbi, Mary, and all the teachers at The Children's School and Montessori are great! My daughter's…read moregrowth, both emotionally and intellectually, was amazing during her 2 years of attendance. Bobbi and Mary are compassionate, caring, patient, and driven. They know when to challenge kids, and know when to nurture them. I appreciate all they gave to help my daughter be a step ahead when she entered Kindergarten. A giant THANK YOU to the whole team!

Creative Montessori School has been a special place for our family for more than five years. Both…read moreour children thrived learning to be curious in reading, writing, math, science and more through true Montessori natural practices by a very well trained and caring staff. We are so grateful for our time there! We chose to stay committed through Kindergarten and felt it was a worthy financial investment. The knowledge and skills our boys took to public elementary following their time as kindergartners at Creative are notable. They were more than prepared and have practical skills to last a lifetime. The extra time also allowed our children to strengthen their leadership skills and foster extra special friendships we still have today. Creative Montessori holds a very special place in our hearts.

Great school. My daughter has been attending this school for about a year. She is 5 years old. She…read moreis now able to read and write. She understand and likes to solve math problems. She is very independent, social and kind. She knows about many diffenent countries and different holidays. And many more... All these happened due to hardworking and great teachers at her school.

As first-time parents, choosing Columbia Crest was a big step--and we couldn't be happier. The…read morestaff is warm, attentive, and truly caring. We enrolled out child last year, and I see his growth almost daily - whether it's learning new words, interactions with other kids, expressing emotions more clearly, or simply showing excitement to go to "school." The center is clean and thoughtfully designed to encourage learning through play. Communication is excellent, and we always feel supported and informed. Additionally, I appreciate their openness to feedback and inclusion of the parents. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a safe, caring, and enriching environment!

My son has been attending Columbia Crest for almost a year and is absolutely thriving. He has grown…read moreso much in his independence and developmental skills. We love the teachers and staff- their communication with us is really great, and they have been good about working with us on challenging behaviors. We're excited for our second child to start attending in the fall!

I would like to commend Jolyn,Rachel,Shino and Latha. Jolyn…read moreis always upbeat,organized and proactive. She is very good at listening and makes parents feel that we have been heard and she is an excellent communicators. Shino ,Latha and Rachel go above and beyond taking care of our children. They get down on the floor and play with children and hugged them and caressed them for comfort when children are out of sorts or crying. It sure warms our hearts when we see teachers being compassionated. We learn a lot by watching the camera and thank you kiddie academy for being transparent. Keep up the good work and thank you and appreciate your hard loving work From June's grand parents from CA

we are so happy that kiddy Academy chose our girl. we visited many daycare facilities but KA stood…read moreout with cleanliness, student teacher ratio, spacious class room , transparency and quality of teacher such as Mrs.Latha. She is kind,loving and caring. when our girl was sacred and missing her mom Mrs. Latha held her on her lap and was stroking her to comfort her. when our girl got in to KA we felt like she got accepted in Harvard. Mrs. Lin and Jollyn are outstanding and very responsive and on top of everything. Love that they have a live camera feed we can look at anytime. KA of Kenmore goes above and beyond and We feel very blessed that knowing our girl is in good hands and our girl is thriving. Thank you and KA exceeds expectations. Bin P

Sent our son and daughter there. Teachers are amazing and go the extra mile to make sure the kids…read moreare safe. Destiny is a fabulous director. Regarding concerned parent O, his child never attended this preschool and has never met the owner or the director.

I strongly caution any parents against sending their children to this daycare. In our experience,…read moreDestiny (director) and Sallie (owner) have absolutely no regard for children's wellbeing and safety. I strongly encourage any parents to look into the circumstances surrounding the closure of their Magnolia location. Please know that Destiny and Sallie prioritize financial profit far above creating a safe, loving, nurturing environment for your child. I was absolutely appalled to learn of the negligence and harm to children that occurred under their care. I would NEVER send our child to any locations affiliated with them.

My kid started at 3 at this place and WOW this place is amazing!…read moreThis place provides the perfect setting for kids to develop and grow! On top of that we REALLY LOVE the TEACHERS! YES every single one! They love the kids and treat them with love!. Our kid have developed so much from this place. It was the best decision that we have made for our kid! We are really thankful to all the teachers that helped our kid grow and we are going to miss this place alot! Highly recommend this place!

Our daughter is thriving at The Treehouse! She adores going to school where she plays with her…read morefriends, engages in dance and gymnastics, and gets to express herself through a wide variety of arts and crafts activities. It's been really wonderful seeing her express herself more clearly and forge lasting friendships with her classmates. The teaching staff is warm, friendly and genuinely has the best interests of the kids as their top priority. Their interest in getting to know our entire family and the kindness they show our younger son (who will soon enroll at The Treehouse himself) is truly heartwarming. I cannot recommend The Treehouse enough to families who are looking for a welcoming community and play-based learning environment.

The preschool has been a wonderful experience for my family. My two boys love the teachers. The…read moreparent community is welcoming. I love that the preschool starts with a 1-2s class.

The teachers here are the best! They are knowledgeable, caring, and attentive to the kids. Both of…read moremy kids started in a 1-2 yrs old class and we are now on the 4th year here. The kids love going to school and learn a lot through their play-based environment. At first, I felt it was a lot of work to be in a co-op preschool. Now, I've felt I've made a right choice! I've got to involve in my kids learning process and can continue to teach them at home. I, myself, have learned a lot from the teachers and parent education they offer too. Love this school!