Hilltop Childrens Center

Hilltop Childrens Center opened in 1971, operating from Queen Anne Lutheran Church on the top of Queen Anne by church members needing after-school care for their children. Out of which was created Seattle Institute of Early Childhood Development, which remains Hilltops official organizational name though we do business as (D/B/A) Hilltop Childrens Center.

Since around 2002, Hilltop Childrens Center has been inspired by the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy, a movement that was teacher-driven. In 2008, Hilltop moved from the top of Queen Anne, from the QA Lutheran Church where it was housed for 37 years, to its current location at 4 Nickerson Street, Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98109.

Hilltop offers bright, curriculum-driven learning spaces and helps build a strong sense of community among children, parents, and staff.

Hilltop is a place where . . .

• Children are valued for their ability to do meaningful work, their sense of wonder and curiosity, their perspectives, and ability to play
• Families are valued for their bonds and traditions, their ability to play, their commitment to work, home, and community, and their dreams for their children
• Staff are valued for their vision, their delight in children, their skill and knowledge, their commitment to families

We cherish what we learn from one another.

Child Ages:

2.5 years - 13 years

Licenses & Accreditations:

Washington State Department of Early Learning

Preschool:

Yes