Schools near Des Moines, WA

“Both my kiddos come here and have for over a year now. The staff takes as good of care of them as I would, they're attentive, always teaching new things, patient but not pushovers. The door for communication is always open and you'll never be judged for asking something to the staff or bringing up a concern for your specific child, everything is addressed immediately if there is something to address. Everyone is welcoming and kind, I've never felt judged for our circumstances and always felt the love 100%. I'm so grateful my children have a place to go like kidkare and a whole group of staff and friends who just love them. I couldn't reccomend this place enough. As long as I live within the area my kiddos will always be here.”

“I learned so much at the barista academy! Paulo and Bob are so insightful and have years of knowledge! They hold back nothing when it comes to the coffee game. If your interested in coffee/business, this is the place you need to be learning.”

“So happy to have my kids here! All the staff has been so patient and helpful adapting my kids to school. The director Terri is amazing and always communicates clearly about any needs and concerns regarding my children. Highly recommend for all ages!”

“My two children had been well taken care of at this facility for over 5 years until we had to move away. The staff truly cared about the children and they took great photos throughout the day to update the parents. This is something I took for granted until I'm now at a different daycare where standards are just not the same.”

“So far so good teachers are very good at getting back to me with any questions or concerns the directors are professional and nice. I was very worried because this is the first time my kids are away from me before and so far I can say I like this place. Very nice.”

“I'm a parent that has come from a daycare in tender years in Auburn, where I did not have a good experience for my son being in his first daycare, but kinder years his experience here just starting has been magnificent. All the teachers are great and my son has been doing so much better since he started at this daycare and the one thing I really love about this daycare center is that they have a app to keep you updated on your children at all times when they get changed when they eat if any incident happens, you get notified on your phone on the app all in all I'm having a great experience with this daycare center and my son is too. Along with having past experience with KinderCare, my other child did great in KinderCare system as well.Thank you everyone at KinderCare for making our experience way better than our first and a special shout out to all the teachers at the Auburn kinder!”

“One of the best public schools I have been to in a very long time.Meadowcrest has done wo ders with our non biological kiddos who are dealing with alot due to their circumstances. The teachers all seem to care and really are invested in seeing the kids improve, learn and grow. The headscarf program is invaluable and the supportive services team has been great.Covid protocol was a bit extra, but understandable at that time.The pick up situation is kind of crazy because of all the different start times. Outside of that this place is great.”

“My son has been with them for a month and it has been great. He doesnt adjust well to new people but here it took less then a week which is incredible since the last place took 9 months. The rates are fair and even discounted for emergency time away. The staff are friendly and take time to really learn the kids. Always a smile and hello to the kids and parents. If you are looking for a great daycare this is the place for youa”

“My family has been apart of this center since my oldest was a toddler. I absolutely love this center and the staff here. The director and assistant director are very communicative and helpful with every interaction I have had with them. The staff members from infant to their school aged staff have been absolutely wonderful. They supported my oldest while she had a difficult time with drop offs in the morning, encouraged her to explore, and make new friends. They are current partners when it comes to problem solving my youngest refusing a bottle through out the day.I am very grateful for everyone at this center. I am sad to see my oldest leaving this center as she and my family have had a wonderful time with her time here. In the meantime, I love that I still have a few more years here.”

“5 stars! This daycare isn't just a place to drop off your little one, it's a second home filled with love, learning, and joy. Where do I even begin?We were nervous first-time parents new to town and they welcomed us with open arms, explained everything clearly, and made us feel like our daughter was joining a family.The teachers are incredible. They're not just caregivers, they're nurturers, educators, and friends. They shower each child with attention, take the time to understand their individual needs, and make them feel seen and valued. I trust them completely with my daughter's well-being, and that's saying something!My daughter comes home every day with stories about new friends, exciting activities, and a smile that lights up the room. It's amazing to see her confidence and happiness blossom.The heart of it all? Ms. Abby, the director. She's a nurturing leader who radiates warmth and care, both for the children and her staff. Her passion for early childhood development is contagious, and it shows in every aspect of the daycare.If you're looking for a daycare that's more than just a place to park your kids, this is it. It's a true gem.”

“Our daughter attended La Petite for 2 years in the toddler classes and absolutely loved it! Very caring staff, engaging activities everyday, learning about days of the week, weather, their friends, outdoor activities and more. The teachers are very prompt with responses and accommodating of personal choices.Overall, highly recommend this daycare!”

“We transferred our 1 and 4 year old to Kre8tive Kidz and I am so happy we did! The quality of care and communication we receive is wonderful. Our kids love it, and the teachers are warm and caring. They go out of their way and host parent/teacher conferences and the level of detail we received at our first conference I was blown away by. They tracked what my daughter was learning, how she was learning, where she was advancing, and where they were helping her. It is scary finding the right care for your kids, but we are so thankful we found this place. Oh yeah, and they have an after-school program!”

“Was a little concerned when I first brought in my Son since he hadn't been in a facility daycare before and was wondering how he would cope but he loves it, am at peace knowing he is happy, thriving and well taken care of, we are so grateful to be part of this family, its clean, well organized, knowledgeable and friendly staff, variety of activities and healthy kid friendly meals, my only regret is I should have brought him much earlier.”

“Our child has attended for 2+ years and loves the teachers and their classmates. The directors and teachers are professional, communicate well and address any concerns proactively. Love seeing all the kids art in the walls and getting updates on the app throughout the day, too!”

“My 4 year old comes by for backup care and has a great experience every time. She enjoys her teachers and the activities. Front staff is excellent and knowledgeable.”

“My child has attended here for almost a year now and I cannot express how happy I am with the quality of care the amazing staff has shown our family. We suddenly needed full time childcare and we were able to get our child enrolled quickly and smoothly. I feel like the staff here have helped so much with the development and overall happiness of my child.

Not only has the staff been taking amazing care of my child, they also help us deeply when we first started. Entering daycare for the first time can be a scary experience for the parents as well, they supported us and reassured us so much through the process that they made us feel comfortable and safe there. They showed my daughter so much love and attention during her first few weeks and adjusting to daycare, it honestly made the process easier on our family. I’m extremely thankful.

The staff have always shown nothing but love, care, and excitement for my child. My child has food allergies and other needs that have been easily accommodated, such as needing speech therapy. Being able to coordinate her sessions during work hours was such a relief that gives us the opportunity for more family time outside of school!

Aside from my personal experience here, some of what they do that I enjoy as a parent:

-each month is a new theme that they have, they teach different things depending on the months theme, monthly news letters give transparency on what the students are learning about, fun activities, and spirit days!

-scheduled activities, daily routines posted in class so you can see what your child does throughout the day.

-companion app (love this) that you can easily communicate with staff. Not only that, but the staff communicates with you. They will tell you what you child had to eat, about diaper changes, when/how long they napped, and my personal favorite, they share photos, videos, and blurbs about what your child is doing while in their care. You can even add other family members so they can see just photos and videos, or everything if you want!

-In house made balanced meals, my child has tried so many new foods thanks to Kindercare

-attentive staff. Teachers who aren’t even my child’s teacher know her name, will say hello to her, it’s amazing

-VERY GENEROUS grace period for payment.

I know child is always in good hands, I know she is being fed nutritious and balanced meals, I never have to worry. I know my child is safe, happy, smiling, having fun, but also learning! She comes home with new skills and shows us, and it’s all thanks to the caring and loving staff.

If you are looking for childcare, I would highly recommend this place. As a mother, my daughter is my world. I can say I feel good about leaving my world in the kind hands of Kindercare.”

“My child loves it here! I can tell she has fun and enjoys spending time with her teachers and other kids in her class. I also love how much the teachers and staff care about children. It is really apparent that they want what’s best for them.”

“Wow, I can't believe I found this place after all these years, I'm 20 years old and I remember coming here back at the age of 8 or so. It seemed like a good time.”

“My son has been attending this center for 2 years this month. I am so glad I chose this center they truly care about my son. He started when he was 2 he is going to 4 this month and he is so smart he knows more than a normal 4 year old and he started being that way a last year. The first year I didn’t see much of a difference but there was a change in directors and I saw a HUGE change in him. The director and assistant director are very organized, kind and all of the teachers take time to get to know the kids. We actually moved but I don’t will not take him out of such a great place and a place he absolutely loves to go everyday. The drive everyday is worth the care he is getting. They have been amazing during this pandemic and take extra precautions to make sure our kids are safe . If you are looking for a place to take your kiddos I highly suggest this center they are amazing and I appreciate them so much!!!”

“We've been at FCLC since April 2021. I was able to work from home with my daughter during covid but started her in the toddler room. Our son then started in the infant room in November 2021. Overall, we've been happy and have had some really great teachers, plus met other families and daycare besties. Pros and cons to all centers. We love that it's location is close to our house and they serve breakfast and lunch. They use an app called Dojo for communication and photos. Not all teachers post as many pictures but I'd rather them be present and hands on. Sometimes communication can be better but I'm an over communicator. I believe they really do try and they care, that's a reason we're still here.”

“Annie Wright Schools is the best possible education available in our area. My kids have attended for the last 11 years, throughout Lower school, Middle school and now into Upper school and every grade has been outstanding. The faculty and staff are incredibly supportive, the academics are at the highest level, and we love the school community. My kids love going to school and that is the highest praise of all.”

“Outstanding Childcare with Multilingual Learning – Highly Recommended!
We couldn't be happier with Little Multilingual. Our children are thriving in their multilingual program, effortlessly learning multiple languages through fun, integrated activities. The staff are incredibly caring and dedicated, always ensuring a nurturing environment. The facility is well-equipped, fostering both creative play and educational development. Highly recommended for any parent seeking a top-notch childcare experience.”

“We haven't been there is a few years, but really miss it there. This was the best daycare we've had. They keep the kids active and do a lot of activities with the kids. My son loved being there. The teachers were very good with the kids and fed the kids good food.The owners are great people and take pride in their business.I was just talking to my so. About Root to wings. We both miss it. It's too bad that a lot of other places here in kent dosent do the same.”