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Children are competent, curious, and creative learners.

A nonprofit preschool and child care in Pike Place Market, rooted in Child-Centered Reflective Practice.

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How we see children

We believe all children are competent, curious, and creative learners. Our teaching and learning grow from Child-Centered Reflective Practice, an approach built on that belief. Curriculum here is co-constructed with children, teachers, and families. That means a child's question can shape the week, and a family's insight can shape the room. We are licensed to provide care for children from 4 months to 5 years of age.

In the rooms, teachers listen first and follow the child's lead. Materials are chosen so a baby can grasp and mouth them, a toddler can fill and dump, and a preschooler can build and revise. Children work in small groups and large ones, and the day leaves room to linger. Teachers respond to what is in front of them, then write it down and plan from it.

We are licensed to provide care for children from 4 months to 5 years of age. Our teaching rests on Child-Centered Reflective Practice, an approach grounded in the belief that all children are competent, curious, and creative learners. Curriculum is co-constructed with children, teachers, and families. Tuition support reaches up to 65% of enrolled families, and rates are reviewed each September.

A small group in the classroom

What you notice in practice

Teachers get down at eye level and stay there. They watch what a child is drawn to, then offer more of it. Child-Centered Reflective Practice holds that all children are competent, curious, and creative learners. Small groups let a teacher notice one child's thinking and answer it. Our curriculum is co-constructed with children, teachers, and families.

Rooms are set up so children can reach what they need and choose what to do. Shelves hold open-ended materials. There are soft places to rest and hard surfaces to build on. The day moves between active and quiet, with time to eat, sleep, and play outside. Teachers write down what they see and use it to plan what comes next.

A woman adjusts a flower headband on a smiling girl in a pink floral dress as she holds a white paper, standing before colorful hanging paper streamers.

How we work with families

At pickup, a teacher can tell you what your child did that day, not just that the day went fine. We offer high-quality preschool and early learning in downtown Seattle, with tuition support that makes early learning possible for everyone. If something comes up mid-day, we reach out. Questions are welcome as they arise, and Lesa is the contact for families.

Our mission is to make high quality early learning accessible to all families in downtown Seattle, regardless of income. We envision schools that are joyful, inclusive communities that advocate for equity, justice and respectful care. When your child starts, we plan the first weeks with you. We talk about naps, meals, and goodbyes, and we adjust as your child settles.

The people here every day

Contact for families

Lesa

Contact for educators

Erika

former PMCCP Executive Director

Ellen Greene

longtime supporter

DeeAnn Burman

author

Kari Ashley

A teacher and young student play dressup

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