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!

Hands down best child care experience in my 3 year olds life! From the monthly schedule so you can…read moresee what the kids are learning and focusing on, to the many many crafts, to the plenty of outdoor time, to Monday Yoga:), to birthday parties for each child....Teresa and Bailey made my husband and I completely comfortable with a new day care in a new state. Paperwork and registration was very professional and straight forward and they kept us updated with any issues through out the day as well as plenty of pictures showing what our son was enjoying that day. They truly show through their daily interactions with each child that they care about each one individually. The only reason we are leaving is being restationed out of state.

I don't have enough words. This is the ideal environment for any child. The staff is loving. The…read morechildren are always busy and learning. Teresa is always professional!

This daycare was very welcoming and able to accommodate an emergent need for care. They had helpful…read morereports daily for the infant room and I would pass notes back and forth to my child's caregiver. They accepted a childcare subsidy when many other locations did not. The location is not my favorite but it's cleaner inside than many others I have toured. Pulling back out onto Evergreen Way can be challenging, but you can drive through the back to get out too. I was able to find a daycare closer to home but will definitely return here in the future if things don't work out.

My daughter, has been going to ELF, since she was 2 years old. She has ADHD, and Sensory Processing…read moreDisorder. ELF, has been accommodating, and patient with her. The employees, have been very helpful, and supportive adults, in her life. Offering her positive redirection, for her behavior. I love this place!

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.

We've been here since day 1 and have had a wonderful experience. My kids are happy to go and love…read moretheir teachers.

From the owner: At Marine View Childcare and Preschool, our classes are taught by dedicated and experienced…read moreeducators. Using proven teaching strategies, we make sure that every student finds a path to success. Your child's safety and success is our top priority. To support our inclusive community, we provide a personal teaching approach to tailor learning methods to each student's needs.

I have sent 2 of my boys here this place is magical. It is up next to forest park so calm pretty…read moreand has an amazing park to take the kids! The preschool is two days a week for 2 hours a day and I'm a.stay at home mom so this is the perfect amount of time to get him used to being away from me and to be around other kids. They do crafts have snacks and play he always comes home excited to tell me about his day. The teachers are so sweet and caring I'm so glad my son has another year here Also the price is good......

A great environment for your children, especially mine. Sometimes my son doesn't want to leave…read moreafter I pick him up after work. Dawn is great. Your child's needs is her mission.

I'm deeply disappointed and honestly disgusted by the Everett YMCA's lack of compassion. This…read moreorganization loves to advertise itself as being about community, inclusion, and caring for others--but when given a real opportunity to live those values, you failed completely. My daughter's partner was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and given a prognosis of 6-12 months. He is currently on SSI disability since he can no longer work so his income is very limited, and asked about a free membership, and the answer was a flat no. Just policy over people. For an organization that claims to be community-focused, that response was shocking and unexpected. He is facing overwhelming physical, emotional, and financial stress. Something as simple as access to a supportive, healthy environment could make a meaningful difference--yet the Everett YMCA chose bureaucracy over basic human decency. If this is how you treat people at their most vulnerable, then all the talk about "healthy living," and "social responsibility" is just marketing fluff.

They are extremely unprofessional. They closed today due to lack of power, but they don't put it up…read moreanywhere on their website or on the phone or on Google. They constantly are changing the pool schedule, so you never know what's going on. They don't update the website and they don't update the pool schedule on the Internet. They're just not organized. The City Of Everett needs to open up the Forest Hill Park pool because there is not enough pool time available at the YMCA for the City Of Everett.

This facility needs to be shut down! worst daycare every and the staff are not trained to be taking…read morecare of kids. I am so glad my boys are at a new daycare that treats my boys good and both of my boys behavior has gotten better since they got there so clearly the problem was the daycare not my child....

We had a great experience with Discovery Childcare off 112th. My kids started in March of 2022,…read moreright when they switched management (for the better). My son was 2.5 and my daughter was 6 months old. Since this was their first time in daycare, they inevitably got sick all the time! But this is to be expected anywhere. Discovery Childcare was clean, safe and well managed. Both kids loved attending. They were pretty good about updating the app and sending photos and activity reports. The staff was friendly, and went out of their way to make sure the kids were happy and healthy. When they were sick and had to stay home, they always asked me how the kids were doing. They have lots of toys and activities, and a fun outdoor area for recess. While they would benefit from a swing set / better play area, but my son loved going to preschool and would even ask to go on the weekends! My daughter felt safe there, and the staff treated her like their own. Often times I would walk in and the lobby would smell like fresh baked cookies. From the outside it may not look like much, but these are good people, and I highly recommend.

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.