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EDUCATION GUIDE: Preschools to Private Schools

Issaquah, Sammamish, Fall City, Snoqualmie, North Bend

February 4, 2016
Macaroni Kid works hard to be your number one resource for kid- and family-friendly events and activities, but we also know that you're looking for the best local preschools, private schools, learning centers, and home schooling options. Our EDUCATION GUIDE is the best place to start your search.

Below are direct links to all the schools/tutoring options currently listed:

FALL CITY
Discovery Preschool provides hands-on, engaging curriculum; facilitated by loving and educated teachers who encourage each child's individual growth 
  • Tours offered tours on Fridays from 11:45-12:15; registration started in January.
  • 2014 GOLD DAISY "Most Loved" Preschool
Summit Classical Christian School exists to assist faithful parents in educating their children to the glory of God in the discipline and instruction of Jesus Christ in an atmosphere of love, humility, and joy. Summit currently serves Grades K-8.
  • Schedule a tour - appointments are available every Wednesday morning.
ISSAQUAH
Adventure Kids University is a drop-in education program for preschool age children. Why pay tuition when your child isn’t there?

Happy Hummingbird Bilingual Childcare - offers classes and care for toddlers to school-aged taught primarily in Chinese or Japanese
  
Issaquah Cooperative Preschool is part of the Bellevue College Parent Education Program; the partnership between family and the school is fundamental to each child’s success 
  • Registration opened in January 2016
SnoSprings School is a private, non-affiliated primary grade school for children between the ages of 4 and 8 years of age.
  • New student registration applications are now being accepted for the 2016-2017 school year; call to schedule a tour.
St. Joseph's School is a Catholic school offering instruction in preschool through 8th grade. St. Joseph School focuses on teaching the whole child, academic excellence and providing a supportive community.
  • You are invite to attend an Information Meeting and Tour to learn more about our program for the 2016-2017 school year; dates are February 2 and 9
  • 2015 GOLD DAISY "Most Loved" Private School
The Children's Garden specializes in early childhood education and serves developmentally ready 2 1/2 to 6 year old children in a wonderful natural setting.
  • Enrollment Process is already underway for 2016-2017
The Farmhouse School immerses 3 to 5 year olds in a discovery based, Reggio Emilia influenced curriculum.
  • Sign up for School Observation Tours
NORTH BEND
Encompass Preschool is the only preschool in the Snoqualmie Valley that is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. 
  • Registration for 2016/2017 is currently open
  • 2013/2015 GOLD DAISY "Most Loved" Preschool
Mountain Valley Montessori offers a combination of nationally certified Montessori teachers and highly qualified educators.  Values such as curiosity, independence and personal accountability are nurtured to set a foundation where academic skills can flourish naturally.
  • Everyone is welcome to an Open House on February 11, 2016 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM; call anytime to schedule a tour!
North Bend Montessori offers toddler, preschool, kindergarten and first grade programs; varied schedules and before and after care to accommodate the needs of families 
  • 2013/2014/2015 GOLD DAISY "Most Loved" Montessori
SAMMAMISH
Pine Lake Coop, where a proven play-based approach plus parent involvement prepares children, not only for kindergarten success, but lifelong success; includes an integrated parent education program. 
  • Registration is already underway.
The Spanish Nest is a language immersion school offering a professional curriculum that incorporates engaging activities such as games, songs, crafts, reading, writing, and more.

SNOQUALMIE
Goodard School Snoqualmie 
classrooms are safe, nurturing environments for children six weeks to six years, offering age-appropriate opportunities to explore and discover. 

Kids on the Ridge Preschool offers half day preschool programs for children age 30 months to 5 years

Lifelong Early Learning Center
 focuses on the whole child's development by blending the Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia and Traditional learning philosophies.

MorningStar Montessori
 dedicated to providing excellent care  for children ages 2.5 yrs to 6 yrs; experienced and AMS certifed Montessori teachers.

LEARNING CENTERS
Kumon Math and Reading Center of Issaquah Highlands provides math and reading programs help children of all ages and levels become eager, independent self-learners. 
  • 2013/2014/2015 GOLD DAISY "Most Loved" Tutoring/Learning Center
Lux Language Partners offers Spanish and English language services taught by an experienced, talented staff who, equipped with progressive educational tools and skills, improve written and spoken communication.

Mathnasium of Issaquah specializes in teaching kids math the way that makes sense to them.

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Would you like your information included in this guide, 
please email Diana at dianar@macaronikid.com (Snoqualmie, Fall City and North Bend) 
or Dana at danav@macaronikid.com (Issaquah and Sammamish).