AWard-Winning, MontesSori Program with 4 Convenient locations Across Seattle/Tacoma
PreSchool Filled With Love, Learning & Laughter!
Children thrive in a safe, loving, and nurturing environment ripe with learning and enrichment opportunities for each child to achieve their milestones.
Join Our Stepping stones Family
As parents and childcare providers, we understand the anxiety that comes with leaving your child with someone else, and relying on them to provide the quality care your child deserves. Our mission at Stepping Stones is to provide a safe, family-like environment for your child through well-qualified, highly dedicated and experienced educators & staff administering a Montessori-based educational program that fosters independence, curiosity, and self-directed enrichment.
Learn Through Play: Our Montessori-based program provides a safe & engaging environment to learn and explore through experience, love, and inspiration
Happy Tummies: Stepping stones takes great care in preparing healthy, nutritious and delicious meals for kids of all age groups. Our meal time is picky eater-proof
Strategic locations: All our campuses are minutes away from major highways including i5, i90, i405 and route 520.
Childcare on your schedule: Stepping Stones are the earliest-opening daycare centers in seattle-tacoma, with some locations welcoming little ones as early as 6:00AM.
Child-Parent-Teacher: The most effective care during your child's formative years comes from an ongoing cooperation between educators and parents. When we work together through communication and collaboration, your child wins!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are you located?
Stepping Stones has 4 campuses, in Redmond, Tacoma, Everett, and Issaquah, WA. All locations are minutes away from major highways including i5, i90, i405, and route 520.
I have to be at work early every day. How early can I drop off my child?
Stepping Stones offers the earliest opening times of any Seattle-Tacoma daycare center. Our Everett location opens doors at 6:00AM, Issaquah at 7:00AM, Tacoma & Redmond at 7:30AM.
What ages do you accept?
We have 3 programs, for Toddlers (ages 1-3), Preschoolers (ages 3-4) and Pre-K (ages 4-6)
How do I enroll my child?
Enrollment is easy. Click on the link below to schedule your Stepping Stones Tour at your preferred location, and/or request to begin the application process.
Will Stepping Stones accommodate special needs or allergies?
Stepping Stones offers accommodations for children with special needs or allergies. It's important to discuss these needs in advance to ensure we can provide a safe and supportive environment.
Can I transfer my child between Stepping Stones locations?
Absolutely! We are happy to accommodate an existing Stepping Stones family member at a new location if you move, or start a new job. Availability is based on location enrollment, and waitlist status.
Testimonials
"Teachers are very professional, caring and loving. My daughter enjoys her days there and she came back happy everyday. The food menu is great and contains balanced nutritious food. The teachers send lots of pics and videos everyday. If you are looking for a daycare, this is definitely the one."
Wei Wu
"Our elder child (5) has been attending for over 3 years, and our younger one (3) has been there for 2 years. Dharitri and Latika, the school’s directors, have treated us like extended family, ensuring our kids feel loved and cared for. They’ve always been open to feedback, adjusting classes when needed."
Ajay Viswanathan
"When the two Kindergarten teachers heard about Koan going to Stepping Stones, they both said ‘Oh it is a good preschool!’. Just wanted to pass this along. Obviously Redmond Elementary teachers knew about the good things of Stepping Stones!!"
Katherine Valesco
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Get in Touch With Us
Redmond Montessori:
17950 NE Union Hill Rd
Redmond, WA 98052
Tacoma Campus:
7924 40th St W
University Place, WA 98466
Everett Campus:
9605 7th Ave SE
Everett, WA 98208
Issaquah Montessori:
1005 5th Ave NW
Issaquah, WA 98027