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    Way to Grow Early Learning Center

    Way to Grow Early Learning Center

    (12 reviews)

    My son attended preschool only for a short amount of time but I felt compelled to leave a review…read moresince our experience was so great. Liz always responded to all of my emails within one business day (Usually same day), and they use an app called Brightwheel that the staff use to communicate for all things school-related. I was so apprehensive since this was my first time sending my child off to spend some time without me, but everyone was so amazing and I loved all the updates on what my kid was up to throughout the day via the app. They made sure to send me extra pictures on his first day, which was so sweet. My son has a speech delay and he came home after 2 days singing the alphabet and counting to ten. It was amazing. Their prices were competitive and availability/flexibility was unmatched. Everyone was so kind and the kids have plenty of room to play outside while also being kept safe.

    We have had our two boys at this daycare/preschool/pre-K for nearly 3 years. They have been great…read moreto work with over the years and I feel like the teachers and directors really care about the kids. Each age group has their own classroom and multiple teachers so the kids are with peers their own age. They are very engaging with many different activities throughout the day/week/month to keep the kids happy, busy, active and always learning or doing something new. They provide quality food with a lot of variety and a good, healthy balance. There is a nice outdoor play area (partially undercover) that also gets natural shade during the hottest part of the day. Recently they started using a cool app for faculty and parents only which allows them to provide updates throughout the day - everything from what the kids are doing to what they are eating and (opt-in if you want) photos of your kids! It's nice to feel connected during the day even though we're away from our kiddos while working. They have an iPad at pickup and drop-off where you can use a QR code on your phone to check your child in or out "hands-free" which is very helpful these days. They do everything by the book from class size ratios to sunscreen authorization forms, you name it, they adhere to state and local policies. Tuition usually goes up once annually but that is typical with rising costs of everything, living wage increases and food costs in WA state. I'm so glad we found this awesome preschool when we did.

    Starbright Early Learning Center - All children are successful when they express themselves through art.

    Starbright Early Learning Center

    (29 reviews)

    I want to start this off that Starbright is 10/10. The center is extremely well organized and the…read moreamount of effort put by the teachers that I had interactions with were just splendid. The boss babe, Jen, she listened and took action anytime it was needed and did her best to make your requests made- EVEN THROUGH the hardest times of the pandemic. I was so sad to pull my son out of after only being there for 6 months because I REALLY loved how they loved and cared for my son. But he started to feel unsafe and would cry and fight going. When I asked why, he would tell me the name of one teacher who just made him feel unsafe. I came to learn that anytime my son had to be around Ms. Nevi that he would do what he could to leave the immediate area. I also noticed little things that she would say or do didn't always add up. I cherish the memories we have from Starbright and was really looking forward to my second baby going there- but I couldn't continue to keep my son in a place with a teacher that he would scream in discomfort about.

    Our little girl spent around six wonderful years at Starbright, starting at just one year old and…read moreparticipating in the summer program while it lasted. Even though she has been away for two years now, she often reminisces about the delicious lunches and the fun experiences she had there. One of the things we appreciated most was the low staff turnover; as she progressed through different classes, we were always greeted by familiar faces. The amazing director, Jen, was incredibly supportive and communicative, which eased any concerns we had as parents. Each teacher we encountered was kind, patient, and truly exceptional. We always looked forward to drop-off and pick-up times because the atmosphere was so warm and inviting. The gentle parenting sessions they offered laid a strong foundation for us at home and were also reflected in the classroom. Overall, every element of the program was thoughtfully designed and incredibly beneficial. We have recommended Starbright to friends over the years, and one of them is still enrolled! If we were to have more children, we would enroll them at Starbright without hesitation. We miss it so very much!

    WorldKids School

    WorldKids School

    (5 reviews)

    We've had a positive experience with World Kids. My son started attending when he was four, and…read moredaughter two and a half. They've been there for about half a year now. The Mandarin and Spanish immersion program is a nice idea. While the staff is a bit short, the kids are mostly exposed to Spanish, and I've noticed my children picking up parts of the language. They can follow instructions in Spanish, which is great. The director is friendly and clearly loves her work. The teachers are doing their best to create a supportive environment, and my kids have improved their language and social skills since starting. The cozy atmosphere and outdoor playtime twice a day are definite highlights. I also appreciate the flexible pickup and drop-off times, which is helpful for working parents. One area for improvement is the app used for sharing information with parents. I think consistency in accuracy in documenting updates could be better. Overall, I recommend World Kids for those looking for a nurturing preschool environment.

    Our child started at WorldKids around 6 months old in the infant room, and we are beyond happy with…read morethe love and care received by all the staff. The teachers genuinely get so energized by being around kids and have helped our child with development and transitioning to the toddler classroom along the way. We are extra thankful for all the current and past teachers: Alejandra, Wang Laoshi, Jessica, Hellen, and Amy. They are truly rockstars at their job and we appreciate them greatly.

    Our Savior's Lutheran Church and Preschool

    Our Savior's Lutheran Church and Preschool

    (9 reviews)

    I can't say enough positive things about OSLCP. Both my kids are fortunate to attend & i wish they…read morewould attend for all years of school. From the teachers to admin and everything in between, we are so lucky to have them apart of our everyday lives.

    We could not be more grateful for Our Savior's Lutheran Church Preschool. From the very beginning,…read moreit has felt like a true community, not just a preschool. We started in the two day a week tots class, then moved into the three mornings a week 3/4 year old class while also participating in the year round outdoor class, which was incredibly enriching and such a special experience. This year, our daughter is in the 4/5 class five mornings a week with the lunch buddies program, and the growth we have seen over time has been amazing. The teachers genuinely know each child and meet them where they are. Our daughter is truly seen and supported, and she has grown so much in confidence, empathy, social skills, and leadership. The focus on play, social emotional learning, and developmentally appropriate expectations makes learning feel joyful and natural. The staff is engaged, responsive, and thoughtful, and they work hard to make sure every child feels safe, valued, and included. What really sets this preschool apart is the sense of belonging. Families are welcomed as partners, communication is caring and clear, and relationships matter here. The outdoor and nature based spaces are wonderful, and the balance of structure and freedom feels just right. If you are looking for a warm, child centered preschool with a strong sense of community and teachers who truly care, I cannot recommend this place enough.

    Primrose School of Mill Creek

    Primrose School of Mill Creek

    (7 reviews)

    When I first toured Primrose, one of the things that attracted me to it was how clean and well-kept…read morethe facility is. We've been with Primrose since my son was 9 months old and he is now almost 14 months old, so we've been in two classrooms so far. We really like his teachers! They had my son doing sign language at 10 months old as it is part of their curriculum. The infant room teachers were so lovable and it is evident that they truly cared about each and every baby. My favorite is how they speak with the babies so lovingly and patiently - exactly how I wanted my little one addressed. Now that he is in the 12-18 month old classroom, he is eating very well, getting a lot of outside time, and they send lots of pictures to show what our son is up to - which is everything from crafts, learning about animals and their sounds, learning about foods, playing musical instruments, reading books, learning to recognize each other's names, reciting the pledge of allegiance every morning, etc. They also work on both fine and gross motor skills. The food variety is also healthy and always sounds delicious. I feel like he gets better food at school than he does at home! I get jealous of what he eats when I get his daily reports! We do encounter hiccups here and there, but mostly minor and not enough to change our feelings about Primrose. It's a really good school and we love it here!

    Fantastic. The teachers are loving and professionals. The place is great with lots of toys and…read moreactivities . The overall atmosphere is great!! I just enrolled my daughter who just had an horrible experience with an other daycare . We all love it :)

    Early Connections Learning Center

    Early Connections Learning Center

    (3 reviews)

    My granddaughter has been going here for about 2 years now. Teachers are caring, educated, get kids…read moreready for pre k,(headstart) kindergarten. kids have a lot of activity's to do and learn. kids have fun. The Owner is very Compassionate, cares about the kids and there family's. they have all worked with my granddaughter with her behaviors and she been in 3 different classes since starting here. And she is doing amazing. Thank you all so much. I would definitely recommend this place for your children.

    First, let me start by saying that I I have debated for almost a year about writing this review,…read morebut I feel that it is the right thing to do. I am not customer nor will I ever be. I only hope to warn other parents of this horrible place. I live next door to the daycare, and as a mother of two after what I've seen from them I would never put my kids in their care. I would like to warn other parents about what I've observed. If I could, I would tell parents of the kids currently enrolled there to look somewhere else for daycare. I've lived next door to the daycare for over a year now. Here's the breakdown of what I've observed: The first thing that bothers me is the lack of attention they give to the kids. During the kids' outside time, most of the teachers are either talking with themselves or looking at their phones. More often than not, it's really young girls on their cell phones rather than interacting with the kids. I'm not sure what the legal ratio is for teachers and kids, but there's often 30+ kids outside with about 3 teachers. Because of this lack of attention, I've seen kids get hurt when they could have been warned or told how to safely play if the teachers would have noticed. Once I've seen little kids no older than 4 or 5 get into a physical fist fight that looked like grown men whooping each other's a**. In that incident, I was inside doing laundry and could hear them fighting near the fence of my apartment. If I could hear them from inside my apartment, what their excuse for not hearing the fight from no more than 20 feet away? I went outside to stop them, and it took me yelling at the teachers and kids for about 5 minutes before the teachers stopped their oh so important conversation to finally stop the fight. The only teacher I have ever seen there actually take an interest in the kids was a young man, maybe early 20s or so, who would actually play with them. He organized soccer games and football games with the kids. All the kids seemed to really like him. I could tell when he was working because all you could hear was kids laughing. Usually it's a bunch of screaming and fighting. But I haven't seen him in several months. He was so different from the other neglectful teachers, I hope they didn't get rid of him because "it wasn't working out". Next what concerns me, is that when they do pay attention to the kids they speak REALLY harshly to the children. One woman, I think she's the main director because she's the only constant person I see, seems to always be yelling at the kids. She yells so much, I can recognize her voice from all the other teachers. And sometimes it's mean stuff. The kind of things that if my child came home and said a teacher was speaking that way to him, there would be serious problems. Just other day, this same woman was yelling at a poor kid over some goldfish crackers he had dropped. She was screaming at him, "I'm tired of you making a mess!" and "If you drop one more goldfish you won't be getting a snack tomorrow!" which then turned into, "Well I guess you don't want a snack then! Everybody else will get their snack tomorrow but you!" Now I admit, I didn't see the alleged mess. But I can't imagine how many goldfish crackers it would take before someone would flip out on a child like that. I may not have seen the mess, but I can tell you that the child wasn't yelling or talking back at all. The only person speaking, was the teacher yelling at the child. That particular choice of words is what finally led me to write this after a year of debating. As a professional early development center, I expect that the teachers there at the very least would never use food as a form as punishment. Especially since food costs are associated with their rates. As a consumer and parent, if I am paying for the food my kid eats while at your daycare, I don't care what kind of mess the kid was making or what kind of trouble he is--you better feed my kid. Don't get me wrong, I am not a perfect parent. Most of us have had a moment or two where we are not proud of our parenting. But if I am paying for my child to be cared for while I am at work, I expect that my child should be safe from verbal abuse. The lack of respect and care for the children is hands down the most horrible thing about this place. But how they interact with everyone in our block area is terrible too. They are horrible members of our community. I could mention many, but since I don't have the space, please trust me when I say that they have been extremely rude to different residents in my complex for no good reason. Do yourself and your children a favor and do not enroll them here. Bad all around.

    Forest Park Daycare and Preschool - childcare - Updated May 2026

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