Get Directions From...
Go
From I-5 heading South Take the Stewart Street Exit (166) and continue onto Stewart Street Take a Right onto 8th Ave, follow through the Virginia Street intersection our entrance is across the street from the Seattle Police Station on the Left side of the street. From I-5 heading North Take the Seneca Street Exit and take an immediate Right onto 6th Ave Take a Right onto Virginia St (next to the McDonalds) and stay in the middle lane. Take a Left onto 8th Ave and go passed the main entrance of the West 8th building and our entrance is on the Left. Our building is across the street from the police station. If parking in our garage, which is on Virginia Street between 7th and 8th Ave, the garage is located after the Farestart building, then an alley, and then the entrance of the garage is on the Left. Go up the visitor ramp, take a ticket, and park in one of the Bright Horizons spots straight ahead.

Bright Horizons at West 8th

Home » USA » WA » Seattle » Bright Horizons at West 8th

Locate, Register and Reserve Back-Up Care Now

Start or update your registration, reserve back-up care, or manage an upcoming reservation.

Continue

Our Toddler Program

A place for growing curious, happy and confident toddlers

Our space is built for active and inquisitive toddlers with environments made up of well-planned learning centers that allow for physical activity, child choice and self-directed play, small groups, and supportive teaching. There are reading nooks, sensory tables, great books, pretend play areas, baskets filled with dress-up and exploratory materials, musical instruments, and places to explore.

Learning experiences are planned to promote each toddler’s growing independence, to enhance social skills, and to build the confidence needed to reach their individual potential.

What Parents are Saying

Our greatest advocates are also our closest friends.

"I always know my child is happy & safe. Great environment and caring teachers. This is a great service and the staff at the daycare are exceptional. Thank you."

Our Curriculum Components

Engaging opportunities for play and discovery.

  • Language Works Reading, singing, and engaging in conversation.
  • Math Counts Counting, sorting, and pattern identification.
  • Science Rocks Nature walks, gardening, and exploring sand, water, and other sensory tables.
  • ArtSmart Dramatic play, painting with hands and feet, manipulation of other materials and textiles.
  • Our World Diverse interactions with the center community.
  • Well Aware Movement activities as well as hand washing and other self-help skills.

Learning at Home

Sky Gazing- Goodnight Moon

You Will Need:

Your child and the book Goodnight Moon to follow up

Directions:

As part of your child’s bedtime ritual, go outside with her to say “goodnight” to the moon and stars

Tip:

As you say “goodnight” to the moon and stars, talk about friends who are also going to sleep. Share your observations about what you see in the sky. If your child is verbal, ask her to share what she sees. Read Goodnight Moon as a follow-up to this activity.


More Ideas