Update: We're still loving the teachers and community at Benson Hill Cooperative School with our 2…read moreyear old in Ms. Kellys class! My family started at BHCP with our 2 year old kiddo in 2019. She was our first kid so it was a relief to be in class with her learning from the teachers, other parents working in the classroom and the Bates Technical College parent educator. My daughter learned to be more independent and play with kids her age. We now attended BHCP for three years and love the play based learning. Ms. Kristie keeps the kids engaged and laughing during opening circle. She encourages them to improvise in songs and guess what's going to happen in the story. The kids take turns bringing a class pet home (stuffed animal) and telling the other kids about their adventures. Art is a sensory messy creative play experience. Kids are encouraged to explore materials and come up with their own ideas about how to use them. Ms. Kristie supports them as they create and explore. We have class field trips like going to the pumpkin patch; seeing plays at Carco theater and visits from the firefighters with their trucks. BHCP has a large outdoor play space with swings, sand and plays to climb. Parents work in the classroom once a week which I've come to love. I get to see how my kid interacts at school and learn from other parents and the teacher. There isn't a focus on letters or counting however BHCP and Bates Technical college just held a kindergarten readiness panel and apparently it's more important that kids go to the bathroom independently and know how to use scissors. My 4 year old child participated in the 5 day program this year. So in additional to 3 days in the 4 year old class she also spent 2 days a week in the class for 3 year olds, which I was doubtful about at first but see how she gets to be a leader in class. She'll help open snack packets or demonstrate how to use a tool. Also since it's a play based school she does more projects on her own those days or with the help of a parent volunteer. Such as threading beads or dictating poems for her grandparents. Parents can choose to either serve on the board or have a parent job like laundry or playdough making. It's another way to build friendships with other parents. There are a lot of "thank goodness, your kid does that too?!" The preschool is in a church but is not religious. There is a Noah's Art Mural on one wall that the church as asked not be removed. But Christmas and even St. Patrick's day isn't topic of books or art projects. We actually had Purple Day on 3/17. They have trial classes. Worth checking out.

This is my daughter's first year at this co op school. Three of my friends and their kids had a…read moregreat educational journey at their local co op schools (Renton, Bothell and Bellevue) and their high recommendations inspired me to join. Two times a week we go to school together and play and learn for two hours and thirty minutes each day. My family tends to be more introverts and this easy separation transitional time and experience really works for us. Ms. Kristie is super attentive and caring. She is so dedicated to this school and her students. I cannot ask for a better teacher, environment and wonderful group of parents!

Haylie is a magician, that's our family nickname for her. Somehow she gets kids and their needs on…read morea deeper level than most people, even educators that I have met. I had two kids attend her preschool and our experience has been nothing short of life-changing. Absolutely one of the secret gems in Kent, 1000% recommend this preschool.

Little Orchard Preschool is by far the best school in the area. Haylie puts so much dedication into…read moreplanning each day. It's definitely NOT a place where you drop your kids off and they run wild. They actually have a set schedule, structured learning and learn new things everyday. There is a greenhouse children plant and harvest year round! It is a safe indoor/outdoor environment! Also, the menu for the kids is different everyday and always healthy options with fresh fruit and veggies!!!! I am always surprised at how much my child learns everyday and even teaches me new things I didn't know!

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.

Our son started in the infant room at just 8 months old, and now, at 14 months, he's thriving in…read morethe toddler room. Watching his growth over these past few months has been amazing, and we owe so much of that to the wonderful, caring staff. When he first started, it was a big transition--he had been home with me since birth, and adjusting to a new environment and new caregivers was tough. He cried a lot and had trouble napping at first. But the staff was so patient and gentle with him through it all. Their support and consistency helped him feel safe and loved, and it made all the difference. Now, he's excited to go to school--he even runs into the classroom and forgets to say goodbye! As a parent, there's nothing better than knowing your child feels happy, secure, and cared for. Thank you to everyone at Bright Horizons at Longacres for helping him grow into such a confident little person. We are so grateful.

We had the most amazing teacher (Mars) with our toddler class. When our son moved up to early…read morepre-school we started noticing problems, mainly with turnover of teachers. If you look at the staff picture wall by the entrance only a handful of teachers have been there longer than a year. We also noticed that staff can be very stressed at times due to being shuffled around from class to class. We finally left (intending it to be temporary) due to our second child being born. Our son had his pictures taken right before we gave our notice and requested to purchase it as well but we never heard back after multiple attempts. TL:DR Depending on the teacher that you have your experience can vary by a lot. If management can do a better job with keeping the staff less stressed/happy I don't think we would hesitate with coming back.

My child transitioned from a local public into the lower elementary classroom. He couldn't be…read morehappier. They take academic rigor very seriously, while also allowing the students time and space to process and learn. He loves it! Lots of outside time in nature. The school does an excellent job fostering the natural creativity, curiosity, and enthusiasm in children as part of each child's learning journey.

Cedar River Montessori has been an amazing school for my daughter. The community is wonderful and…read moresupportive, the teachers care about and know students' strengths, opportunities for growth and individual personalities in detail. Students have a chance to explore topics they're truly interested in, supported by passionate educators. Learning happens all across CRMS' 12 acre campus, indoor & out--from animal care to gardening and nature education. I'm grateful my child has the one-of-kind experience she gets everyday at Cedar River.

It is hard to decide how many stars to list. The caregivers here are friendly, very loving, happy…read moreand seem to enjoy the children. They are actively involved in playing with the kids and the place is clean. The part that isn't readily apparent when you tour this home-based childcare is that there are no caregivers present who speak English for 99% of the day. This may or may not be an issue for you. But, for small children who are just developing their language skills, it is a challenge. Just as important, my child wasn't able to communicate to the providers: my tummy hurts, he hit me, etc. And, I wasn't able to communicate with them during drop off or pick up: she has been emotional this morning, she didn't sleep well last night. But for the communication challenges, we would have stayed here, but it did not work for us.

Awesome staff, kids are safe, happy, and active! My go to…read moreday care spot! Also, the location is clean and lots of toys and activities to keep my kids busy.

We started at the little gym in Kent in the birdies class when our first was about a year old and…read morewasn't fully walking yet. We moved away from the area when she was in the super beasts class (3yrs) and her younger sibling was in the birdies class. Our class instructor was Ms. Maria, and although they have excellent instructors throughout the week, Ms. Maria had a way to get the kids engaged and excited and we genuinely miss going to her class at 830am. That's how much fun it was! She is truly involved in the kids' development and puts a lot of focus on each kid's skill needs and on teaching them to be kind and gentle

My son has been going to the Little Gym regularly for over a year during The pandemic. I love the…read morestaff, their commitment to safety and most of all my five year old has a lot of fun. Whether it's summer camp, an hour long class or something else, you should stop by and check it out. The staff and teachers are very friendly and informative. They answer my questions and communicate changes/ updates regularly through email and text. Highly recommend

My daughter is a current student at KM and even though we've moved to Maple Valley, we are keeping…read moreher there. We absolutely love the teachers, and the philosophy at this co-op. My daughter (2) has blossomed socially and we have already built some lifelong friendships with other families from our class. Because the school is not focused on academics, but rather, learning through play, the children have an opportunity to explore their own interests, even at this young age. What a joy to have the chance to teach my daughter independence and love of learning in a nurturing and supportive environment.

We love KM. We love the teachers! They are so wonderful. We love the KM community. I am so…read morethankful we found this preschool!

horrible, only good teacher is Mrs. Rosenstein. Has a full tolerance policy for racial slurs and I…read moremyself have been called few, rushes through topics and checks on teachers are useless and only on good ones, not ones that are complained about frequently.

My daughter came home with a pornographic book yesterday that her Language teacher Ms. Rosenstein…read morehas given them as a class assignment. I have contacted the principal and she doesn't even have time to meet with me as a parent. The office manager has also said that she will not be talking to me about the book, like who am I as a parent for her to talk to. This is INSANE there has to be other parents that are not okay with this. Attaching just some of the pictures from this book. This school is perverted and you as a parent have no rights here!

Good back up daycare and super easy registration process. It's charged by the hour so dropping off…read moreis a breeze when you need to immediately care. Absolutely love this daycare! From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and comfortable. The staff is incredibly warm, kind, and professional. The place always look pretty clean. They truly care about each child and it shows in the way they interact with the kids. The best part is you knowing your child is in good hands when you go for a quick errand run.

My 6 year old son loves coming here. He'll choose KidsPark over riding his bicycle, which is his…read morefavorite activity. The staff here are polite and professional, and the facility appears clean and tidy. I'm happy that KidsPark is available for spontaneous drop offs. They're a great option for spring and summer camp as well.