Evergreen Academy Montessori has been such a gift for our family. From the start, we felt welcomed…read moreinto a warm, thoughtful environment where children are encouraged to be confident, independent, and kind. My son's teacher, Leslie West, has been truly extraordinary. She listens to the kids with real interest, respects them as individuals, and creates a classroom culture that is both joyful and caring. With her guidance, my son has grown in so many ways; he takes pride in caring for himself, loves to help others, and feels capable of learning and doing things on his own. The school clearly values educators who nurture the whole child, and that shines through in everything they do. We're so grateful for Evergreen Academy and can't recommend it highly enough.

Ms. Leslie West has had a wonderful impact on my daughter's learning journey. Through her teaching,…read moremy daughter became more independent and confident, learning everyday life skills such as table manners, making her bed, and cleaning up after herself. She always looked forward to school, especially the weekly Friday show-and-tell, where she felt excited to share her thoughts. The hands-on, theme-based activities--like growing a pumpkin in the fall and observing a ladybug's metamorphosis in the spring--made learning engaging and meaningful. My daughter truly loved her class, and we are very grateful to Ms. Leslie West for her care, creativity, and dedication. Thank you for making such a positive difference in her early learning years.

Best team/ optional level coaching around. If you have a serious gymnast this is hands down the…read moreonly place to be. They also have great recreational and excel programs.

Hosted my son's 9th birthday party here and it was awesome! The ninja parkour party was the perfect…read moreactivity for 20 high energy boys. The instructor did an amazing job rotating through activities around the gym -- trampoline, foam pit, dodge ball, tag, ending on the much anticipated ninja course. He struck a really good balance of keeping things fun, while also keeping the boys in check to not get too wild. The private party room was excellent as well. It's a really great balcony setup to observe for the parents that stayed to watch. The helpers in the party room did a great job of keeping the flow (setting up tables, bringing out cake, cleaning up, etc). I really recommend this place for a birthday party. It was a really well run and a great unique birthday event.

I have been riding here for 3 years and love it. Not only is it close the the city, but it's…read moreaffordable, covered, and the horses are great. Lynda has tons of experience to share and makes everyone feel welcome. I have been taking private lessons and have grown tons as far as my technique and confidence. My goal is to feel comfortable enough to find a horse to keep and board here as well when the time is right.

While the quality of the horse camp is good the customer service is not. Linda, the woman who owns…read morethe barn and the camp is not the friendliest to children or their designated adults. I would personally suggest a different camp if you have the choice.

This is everything we hoped for in a floating expedition. We wanted an introductory whitewater…read moreexperience with our 9-year-old boys, and they accommodated our request to navigate Level 2 rapids. Andrea was our guide, and she gave us a perfect stretch of sizable time on the Skykomish. In the middle of the trip, we shored the raft, and Andrea set up a delicious lunch spread. The spread even accommodated my wife's dietary restrictions. We also had the opportunity to swim around in a crystal-clear pool of water that was behind the rock bar. You could go with the mega-sized outfit that probably gets more hits on Google, but I've dealt with those companies. They tend to rush people in and out, and see their operation as more of an amusement park. With Chinook, Shane and Andrea love what they do, and have decades of experience on the river. They will give you the firsthand experience that you are looking for.

Shane and Andrea are so river and nature wise. Their passion and excitement about sharing this…read moreexperience with you is contagious!! We felt safe, educated and so happy during our 2 different floats!!

I cannot say enough good things about Alpha Gymnastics and its incredible team! Colleen, the gym…read moreowner and head coach, is one of the kindest, most caring people I've ever met. She goes above and beyond to create a special experience for every single client, coach, and parent. Whether it's organizing thoughtful holiday events or creating personalized gifts, she truly makes everyone feel valued and appreciated. What really stands out to me is the variety and excellence of the programs offered. There is a Russian gymnastics program which is taught in Russian, and adds such a unique, community touch for those who are familiar with the language and culture. For those looking for fun and progress, the recreational program is super incredible. Jones brings creativity yet discipline to the classes and even holds showcase events which are always a hit, showing off the kids' growth and achievements. It's really clear the coaches deeply care about each gymnast's development, and they get results! I'm especially proud to mention that three of the gymnasts here qualified for TOPS -- an incredible achievement that speaks to the exceptional training they receive at Alpha with Colleen and coach Lan. If you're looking for a gym that is a nurturing environment Alpha is the place.

My son's been going to Alpha for a couple years now. I can easily say that Alpha has high quality…read morecoaches that help the kids improve in gymnastics as well as life and helps them build self confidence. Since we've been a part of this gym family I've been able to see the owner and coaches in action and am confident in their character, through caring for each kid's safety, growth and ensuring a fun and inclusive environment for all. There's really something here for every kid, give them a shot!

Five stars are insufficient to rate Jennifer and Diane and their wonderful school. My daugher…read moreadores them and cannot wait to go to school every day. Not only are they wonderfully sweet and patient with my daughter, but incredibly patient with me and my new-mom concerns and questions. Jennifer and Diane are among the most genuine and kind people I have ever met and I am so pleased that my daughter gets to spend her days with them for a third school year.

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.

My teens have taken a variety of classes with Jamie at Picket Fence and now I am also taking…read moreclasses! Jamie is a great teacher who provides instruction and non-judgmental teaching and support to her students. The studio is a fun and supportive place to be creative. Jamie offers a variety of classes - I have tried silk painting, glass fusing, acrylic painting, charcoal & soft pastel, and oil painting - and workshops. The studio is also an art gallery where you can view and buy Jamie's and other artist's work, and buy art supplies. Classes are reasonably priced and for most classes all supplies are provided. Woodinville is lucky to have this wonderful creative space.

What a great new business for our neighborhood. I stopped by the other day to check it out, and…read moreJamie was having a painting class which seemed to be pretty vibrant. And her art along with some other local artists is on display and for sale is awesome. After a day of local wine tasting, it was a great way to finish off the afternoon.

HCA teaches children with a Christ-first mentality. The staff believes in our children and treats…read morethem with the utmost respect, compassion and tenderness. My son has grown immensely in his three years and my daughter has come out of her shell in her first two. I cannot thank the staff enough for investing in my children; they have gone above and beyond any expectations and have treated my family like their own. We wanted our children to know and love Jesus while getting a first class education: HCA does exactly that.

Enrolled my preschool age daughters for 2024-2025 school year. Nightmare experience. Preschool…read moreDirector is lacking in both competence and integrity. The P5 teacher Jennifer is exactly the same but hides behind the director. Encouraged my family to seek an IEP solely as a means to kick my kindergarten age daughters out. Tried to circumvent the IEP process by trying to reach out to the care team to gain a recommendation that supported their goal of kicking my kid out. When that failed the principal lied about what the care team recommended. Bullied, harassed, and finally attempted to blackmail my family into voluntarily pulling my kid out in the last few months of the school year. This behavior started escalating the day of our IEP assessment and ended in a forced reduction of service before any accommodation request was made. This was after a glowing assessment of my daughter's growth. When I made a complaint about discrimination against the Preschool Director they declined to investigate without so much as a call to discuss my concerns.

The glass fusion and sip workshop at MoltenWorks was such a fun and unique experience. I came with…read morea group for a friend's birthday. As a first timer, it was a bit overwhelming to see all the possible styles and cuts of glass to work with, but they do a short info session and video tutorial to help. There are materials included in the cost of the workshop, but also premium upgrades you can pay extra for. The staff does walk around and you can ask for help or tips and techniques.

Fun experience for friends, date night or family activity. I've treated my mom as a gift a few…read moretimes and we've really enjoyed crafting together. I've created so many fun pieces with friends there over the years. Can't wait to go back!