Education in the Valley

Our Valley boasts some of the best education options for kids in the state, from private to public and everything in between!

Finding the right preschool can feel overwhelming β€” especially when every program offers something slightly different. This guide brings everything into ONE place so Wenatchee Valley families can compare options quickly, easily, and confidently.

PRESCHOOLS & CHILDCARE CENTERS IN WENATCHEE

TEAMS Learning Center

πŸ“ 317 First St, Wenatchee
⭐ 4.3 | 7+ years in business
Type: Child Care Agency
Highlights: Drop-in care options, structured learning environment, summer programs.
Parents say: β€œThe drop in options are so helpful and the summer camps have been great too!”
Hours: Open to 5 PM
πŸ“ž (509) 860-5241

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Early Discoveries Early Education Center

πŸ“ 406 N Emerson Ave, Wenatchee
⭐ 5.0 | 10+ years in business
Type: Daycare / Preschool
Highlights: Transparent communication, nurturing teachers, structured academics.
Parents say: β€œThe director and staff are incredible and provide full transparency.”
Hours: Open to 5:30 PM
πŸ“ž (509) 888-8332

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Seeds Learning Center & Academy

πŸ“ 1219 N Western Ave, Wenatchee
⭐ 5.0 | 20+ years
Type: Preschool
Highlights: Long-standing program, strong early learning foundations.
Hours: Closes 3 PM
πŸ“ž (509) 662-5995

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Superkids Christian Preschool & Childcare

πŸ“ 1007 Malaga Ave, Wenatchee
⭐ 4.6 | 5+ years in business
Type: Christian Childcare Agency
Highlights: Faith-based learning, encouraging teachers, play-based approach.
Parents say: β€œThe teachers are very encouraging and make learning fun!”
Hours: Open to 5:30 PM
πŸ“ž (509) 663-7804

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Sage Hills School (Preschool Program)

πŸ“ 1601 Fifth St, Wenatchee
Type: Preschool within a private school
Highlights: Faith-based, part of a full K–12 structure, small class sizes.
Hours vary.
πŸ“ž (509) 662-1502

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Cascade Christian Childcare

πŸ“ 1906 Academy St, Wenatchee
⭐ 5.0 | 10+ years
Type: Child Care Agency
Parents say: β€œAbove and beyond care.”
πŸ“ž (509) 662-3573

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Little Starts Preschool

πŸ“ 277 Melody Ln, Wenatchee
⭐ 5.0 | 10+ years in business
Type: Preschool
πŸ“ž (509) 888-8235

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PRESCHOOLS IN EAST WENATCHEE

Roots to Wings Early Learning

πŸ“ 229 22nd St NW, East Wenatchee, WA
⭐ 5.0 | 20+ years
Type: Preschool
Highlights: Onsite services + long-established program
Hours: Opens 8:30 AM
πŸ“ž (509) 846-5010

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Bright Beginnings Preschool

πŸ“ 253 23rd St NE, East Wenatchee
Type: Preschool
Highlights: 10+ years, community-focused
πŸ“ž (509) 860-3723

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Faith Lutheran Preschool

πŸ“ 171 Eastmont Ave, East Wenatchee
⭐ 5.0 | 10+ years
Type: Christian Preschool
πŸ“ž (509) 888-3316

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CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOLS

MONTESSORI & ALTERNATIVE APPROACHES

Joyful Scholars Montessori School

πŸ“ 1407 Walla Walla Ave, Wenatchee
Type: Montessori School
πŸ“ž (509) 699-8286

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Children’s Gate Montessori

πŸ“ 1425 Cherry St, Wenatchee
Type: Montessori School
πŸ“ž (509) 886-0533

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HEAD START / ECEAP OPTIONS

CDCSA – Kittitas Center Head Start / Early Learning

πŸ“ 1305 Kittitas St, Wenatchee
⭐ 5.0 | 10+ years
Type: Preschool / Head Start
Parents say: β€œSuch a great experience for my little one.”
πŸ“ž (509) 663-5179

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BONUS: What to Look For When Choosing a Preschool

  • Teacher-to-student ratios

  • Potty-training policies

  • Faith-based vs. secular curriculum

  • Outdoor play + safety

  • Cost transparency / waitlists

  • Daily schedule & communication style

  • Academic + play balance

  • Staff turnover

  • Summer programs

  • Location + hours that fit working parents