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Your Guide to Great Local Schools

Preschools to Private Schools ... and everything in between!

August 14, 2014

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 SCHOOL GUIDE is the best place to start your search.   

Listing some of the best schools in our area, it's a resource for anyone looking for education options in Issaquah, Sammamish and the Snoqualmie Valley.  Please note that m
ost schools welcome the opportunity for parents to see the school, visit classrooms, and meet with teachers. Schedule visits with a few different schools to help you decide which one will be the best fit for your family. Ask lots of questions and enjoy the journey!

Below are direct links to all the schools currently listed:

FALL CITY

The Discovery Preschool - provides hands-on, engaging curriculum; facilitated by loving and educated teachers who encourage each child's individual growth {GOLD DAISY "Most Loved" Preschool}


ISSAQUAH

Adventure Kids University - A drop-in education program for preschool age children. Why pay tuition when your child isn’t there?

Friendly Forest Preschool - provides children ages three to five with a fun, caring education in a safe, comfortable, in-home environment.  {OPEN HOUSE on October 11, 2014}

Happy Hummingbird Bilingual Childcare {NEWLY ADDED} - offers classes and care for toddlers to school-aged taught primarily in Chinese or Japanese

Issaquah Cooperative Preschool - part of the Bellevue College Parent Education Program; the partnership between family and the school is fundamental to each child’s success.

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

SnoSprings School - a private, non-affiliated primary grade school for children between the ages of 4 and 8 years of age

The Children's Garden {NEWLY ADDED} - specializes in early childhood education and serves developmentally ready 2 1/2 to 6 year old children in a wonderful natural setting. {OPEN HOUSE on October 25, 2014}

The Farmhouse School - immerses 3 to 5 year olds in a discovery based, Reggio Emilia influenced curriculum. 


NORTH BEND

Encompass Preschool - the only preschool in the Snoqualmie Valley that is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Little Si Preschool - offers classes for infants to 5-years-old; helping children reach their own physical, social, and emotional potential

Mountain Valley Montessori - provides a learning environment that honors the individual style and needs of every child academically, physically, and socially

North Bend Montessori - offers preschool thru Kindergarten programs; varied schedules and before and after care to accommodate the needs of families {GOLD DAISY "Most Loved" Montessori}

Spark! Early Childhood Enrichment Program - offers an early childhood enrichment program for ages 2-1/2 - 5; located at Ignite Dance & Yoga


SAMMAMISH

Good Samaritan Preschool - local preschool with affordable options to meet every family; currently transitioning to a year-round school!

Sammamish Learning Center - has three carefully designed mixed age classrooms; unique blend of traditional, contemporary and Montessori methods.

The Spanish Nest - a language immersion school offering a professional curriculum that incorporates engaging activities such as games, songs, crafts, reading, writing, and more.

SNOQUALMIE

Alpine Co-Op Preschool - a co-op preschool and part of the Bellevue College Parent Education Program.

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.


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If you are a local school and would like more information or wish you be a part of our school guide, please email Diana at dianar@macaronikid.com or Dana at danav@macaronikid.com, or feel free to fill out this form