Childcare & Preschool

Seattle Parks and Recreation offers a diverse range of programs for the social, recreational, and physical development of youth throughout Seattle.

Important Note: Due to Seattle Public Schools bell time changes, Seattle Parks and Recreation has changed their School Age Care operating hours to meet the needs of most families. With programs running longer and the City of Seattle's minimum wage increase we've had to increase our prices moving forward. Our rates are still competitive with other before and after school programs. Please contact your local Community Center for more information about prices and hours of operation changes. 

Preschool

Seattle Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Associated Recreation Council operates half-day preschool programs in neighborhood community centers. Our school-readiness program meets the developmental needs of young children, focusing on emotional, social, physical, and cognitive skills to prepare children for success in school and in life. Classrooms are set up with safe and nurturing environments, fun-filled learning areas, consistent schedules and routines, and both large and small group times. Staff is trained in Early Childhood curriculum, CPR/First Aid, Food Handling. Children need to be fully potty trained (no diapers or pull-ups permitted). The sites listed below offer Preschool programs. Please visit the ARC website for more details about our Preschool programs.

School Age Care

Ages 5-12

Do you want your child to have fun, engaging opportunities that support continued learning and personal growth outside of school? Seattle Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Associated Recreation Council offers programs that provide children with opportunities to develop socially, emotionally, and physically. We work in partnership with local schools to make sure your child's educational experience is constantly being enriched. Our trained staff works daily to offer activities in areas such as: arts and culture, environmental stewardship, health and fitness, academic support, and more.

Registration is now open for 2017-18 programs! A $25 deposit saves your spot. See below for 2017-2018 program hours and prices. For more information, contact sites listed below or visit the ARC website.

A Sibling Discount is offered for all full-time participants from a single family in School-Age Care Before and After-School programs.  The ‘per additional child/ per program month’ discount is $15 based on a 5-day-a-week registration.

* Details subject to change as our program hours and prices are based on Seattle Public School (SPS) bell times which were not finalized at the time this was published. We expect all final program details to be available by August 11. Please check back with your local community center after August 11 for final details. If times, fees or any other details of our programs change, we will make best efforts to communicate the changes.

**Programs may be cancelled if minimum number is not met.

Tween Programs

Ages 11-14
Seattle Parks and Recreation offers fun and safe destinations for your middle school student. Tweens have the opportunity to participate in homework time, leadership opportunities, cooking classes, fitness programs, enrichment activities, technology programs, and more. The following sites offer Tween Programs: