Safari Kid of Mill Creek-Bothell

425-321-3222

18001 Bothell Everett Hwy Suite A-100, Mill Creek, WA 98012

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Safari Cub Toddler Care Near Bothell

Whole Child Development for Your Toddler’s Next Stage

Safari Cub Toddler Care is designed for children starting at 18 months. At this stage, toddlers are moving beyond primarily dependent care and becoming more active participants in play, communication, routines, and social interactions.

We provide warm, personalized care in a safe, secure environment while giving children opportunities to move, explore educational materials, express their needs, and practice growing independence. Predictable guidance and play-based learning help us respond to each child’s developing abilities.

Call (425) 321-3222 to discuss your child’s age and whether Safari Cub Toddler Care is the right next step for your family.

Discover The Difference Safari Kid nurtures every aspect of your child’s development.

Cognitive

We encourage curiousity and a love for learning that inspires children to explore and discover.
Social

Children learn vital social skills through activities that emphasize cooperation and sharing.
Language & Literacy

Communication skills are developed through interactive and engaging activities.
Physical

We ensure children build strong, healthy bodies while fostering a love for movement.
Emotional

Our approach to emotional learning helps children recognize, express, and manage feelings.
Health & Care

Children learn to recognize and attend to their own needs, those of others, and the environment.

Empowering Bright Futures Cultivating Curiosity, Confidence, and Lifelong Learning

Whole Child Development
We nurture academic, social, emotional, and physical development through play.
Cutting-Edge Curriculum
Research-backed education provides an invaluable headstart.
Welcoming Environment
Thoughtfully designed facilities foster curiosity, safety, and rich learning.

Safari Kid Milestones

2005
The first Safari Kid Launches in Newark, CA
2007
Safari Kid’s Eclectic Philosohpy is Introduced
2008
The Proprietary Booklet System is Released
2009
After-School Programs & Summer Camp Launch
2011
The Safari Kid Toddler Program is Launched
2014
The Safari Kid Infant Program is Launched
2015
Environmental Guidelines Are Developed
2020
The Kindergarten Program is Launched

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Play-Based Learning for Curious Toddlers

Toddlers learn through movement, repetition, sensory exploration, imitation, and interaction. We combine short guided experiences with open-ended play, allowing children to revisit developing skills and make age-appropriate choices.

Classroom experiences may include:

Sensory activities and art: Children explore textures, materials, and creative expression.
Imaginative play: Toddlers experiment with ideas, language, and familiar experiences through play.
Puzzles and games: Children practice attention, problem-solving, and persistence.
Books and conversations: Toddlers explore books, express wants and needs verbally, and begin basic conversations with peers.
Movement experiences: Children build coordination and balance through active play.

Whole Child Development During the Toddler Years

Movement, communication, relationships, emotional regulation, and self-help abilities develop together. Our Whole Child Development framework addresses Cognitive Development, Language and Literacy Development, Physical Development, Social and Emotional Development, and Health and Care Development.

Educators support large-motor movement, fine-motor practice, turn-taking, cooperative play, healthy choices, self-awareness, resilience, and confidence. Children receive attentive guidance as they practice simple routines, interact with peers, identify feelings, and take on manageable challenges.

What Parents Are Saying

I would recommend safari kid to anyone looking for a great experience.

Jill Turek
The dedicated staff at Safari Kids create a nurturing and stimulating environment, making it a perfect place for early childhood development.

Sushma Venkatayogi
School environment is exceptional. Very colorful, bright, and playful environment, which attracts children’s attention.

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How Our Educators Adapt Learning to Each Toddler

Our research-driven curriculum draws inspiration from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and other respected educational methodologies. Montessori emphasizes purposeful, hands-on activity and growing independence, while Reggio Emilia values children’s curiosity, relationships, and many forms of expression.

We tailor instruction to each child’s learning style and potential. Educators use ongoing observation and assessments to refine their approach as abilities emerge rather than expecting every toddler to progress in exactly the same way.

Strong home-school connections matter during a period of rapid change. We keep families involved through regular communication and assessments, along with family events and updates through Procare and social media. These touchpoints create opportunities to discuss progress and developing needs.

Toddler Care for Bothell Families From Mill Creek

Safari Kid of Mill Creek-Bothell serves Bothell families from our Mill Creek location. Our program lineup includes Infant, Toddler, Entry Level Preschool, Intermediate Level Preschool, and Pre-Kindergarten programs.

As you compare toddler programs, consider your child’s age and developmental stage, the balance between nurturing care and active learning, the classroom environment, and how educators communicate with families. Ask our team about program options, schedules, tuition rates, current availability, and arranging a visit.

Toddler Learning Across Five Developmental Areas

Repeated opportunities to try, receive guidance, and return to an activity help toddlers practice emerging abilities. Our developmental framework connects experiences across five areas.

Developmental experiences include:

Cognitive Development: Children recognize shapes, colors, and numbers, solve problems through puzzles and games, and express creativity through sensory activities, art, and imaginative play.
Language and Literacy Development: Toddlers follow simple instructions, express wants and needs verbally, engage in basic conversations with peers, explore books, and point to words.
Physical Development: Tricycle riding, balance beam walks, and obstacle courses support large-motor activity. Writing tools and small objects and toys provide fine-motor practice.
Social and Emotional Development: Children practice identifying emotions, turn-taking, cooperative play, and positive interactions with others.
Health and Care Development: Guided experiences address healthy choices, small goals, resilience, emotional identification and regulation, self-awareness, confidence, and stress-management skills.

Find the Right Toddler Program Fit

Our toddler program brings together warm, personalized care, play-based learning, and individualized guidance during a period of rapid change. Tell us about your child’s age, current needs, and experience with group care so we can discuss program options, schedules, tuition rates, and availability.

A visit lets you explore the classroom environment and ask about communication, routines, and support for your child’s transition into toddler care.

Call (425) 321-3222 to speak with Safari Kid of Mill Creek-Bothell and arrange a visit.