Daycare in Seattle for Infants, Toddlers & Preschoolers

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Introduction  to Daycare in Seattle

Panda Daycare provides warm, attentive care for children 6 weeks to 3½ years at 9734 4th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117. Families choose us for nurturing routines, small groups, and classrooms designed for safety, comfort, and joyful discovery. Our program blends play-based learning with age-appropriate structure, so little ones build confidence while mastering milestones—tummy time and sensory exploration for babies; language, movement, and early literacy for curious toddlers; and social-emotional skills and school-readiness foundations for older twos and threes. With caring teachers, a fenced outdoor play space, and a light-filled sunroom play area, Panda Daycare feels like a home away from home where every child is known and celebrated.

Why High-Quality Child Care Matters

Early experiences shape how children learn, relate, and self-regulate. A consistent, caring environment gives infants and toddlers the secure base they need to explore, communicate, and problem-solve. High-quality daycare supports:

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Healthy attachment through responsive caregiving and predictable routines.

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Language growth through songs, stories, conversation, and labeling feelings and actions.

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Social-emotional development as children practice sharing, turn-taking, and expressing needs with words and gestures.

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Physical development via tummy time, safe climbing, outdoor movement, and fine-motor projects like stacking, drawing, and simple crafts.

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Emerging independence—clean-up helpers, handwashing, potty learning readiness, and gentle self-help skills that build pride.

At Panda Daycare, we partner with families to reinforce what matters most at each stage, from soothing newborns to guiding energetic toddlers.

Key Benefits of Panda Daycare

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Small groups and individual attention

We keep group sizes small so teachers can tune into each child’s cues, interests, and readiness for new challenges. This allows us to scaffold milestones—rolling, crawling, first steps, early words, two-word phrases, and cooperative play—at each child’s pace.

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Play-based, purposeful learning

Children learn best through play. We design experiences that feel like fun while building essential skills: cause-and-effect sensory bins, open-ended blocks and loose parts, finger painting and arts and crafts, music and movement, and early literacy moments during circle time.

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Daily outdoor time and nature-rich activities

Our fenced yard and neighborhood walks give children fresh air and room to move. We include simple gardening activities—scooping soil, watering, observing leaves—so even our youngest learners connect with nature. Seasonal herbs and vegetables support a simple “garden to table” mindset in developmentally appropriate ways.

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Caring, consistent teachers

Families want continuity. Our team focuses on gentle transitions, positive guidance, and warm communication. We observe and document growth, sharing highlights with families so you can celebrate new skills at home.

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Practical support for parents

From home-cooked, kid-friendly meals to wipes included for enrolled children, we remove friction from your day. For toddlers, we offer a patient potty-training approach that aligns with family routines and readiness signs. A daily information board keeps you informed about naps, meals, moods, and memorable moments.

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Clean, safe, welcoming environment

The sunroom play area is bright and organized with age-appropriate materials. Safety gates, a secure entry routine, and a clearly defined pick-up process protect little explorers. Our pets are part of a caring, supervised environment that teaches gentleness and respect for animals.

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Infants (0–1 year)

Babies thrive on responsive care. We follow your feeding and nap preferences, provide plenty of tummy time and sensory play, and support motor milestones in a calm, predictable setting. Soft lighting, soothing music, and caregiver cuddles help infants feel safe and understood.

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Toddlers (1–2 years)

Toddlers are busy learners. We channel their curiosity into language-rich routines, movement, and early problem-solving. Expect music and fingerplays, simple counting and colors, cause-and-effect toys, and daily outdoor play. We model words for feelings and needs and guide early turn-taking.

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Preschool Readiness (2–3½ years)

Older twos and early threes build independence through hands-on activities: art, early literacy and pre-writing strokes, simple science explorations, and imaginative play. We encourage helping jobs, gentle manners, and early self-care skills. Children practice listening, following simple directions, and participating in group time—skills that make the transition to larger preschool settings smoother.

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How Panda Daycare Supports Each Age

What We Provide Day to Day

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Home-cooked meals and snacks that emphasize fruits, vegetables, grains, and kid-friendly proteins.

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Diapering supplies: wipes included for enrolled children; families bring diapers and extra clothing.

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Nap essentials: quiet, cozy rest routines with your child’s familiar comfort items.

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Learning through play: arts and crafts, simple baking or sensory cooking activities, gardening moments, and neighborhood walks.

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Potty learning support when your child shows readiness signs, coordinated with family preferences.

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Daily information board summarizing naps, meals, activities, and standout moments.

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FAQs

  • What ages do you serve?

    We welcome children from 6 weeks through 3½ years, with programming tailored to infants, young toddlers, and preschool readiness.

  • What are your hours?

    We are open Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. We are closed Saturday and Sunday.

  • How do you approach naps and feeding for infants?

    We follow each baby’s cues and your home routine, communicating about changes in appetite and sleep as your child grows.

  • How do you handle allergies?

    Please share your child’s dietary needs during enrollment. We prepare meals with care and will discuss accommodations, substitutions, and storage for parent-provided items if needed.

  • Do you go outside every day?

    Weather permitting, yes. Children enjoy our fenced yard and neighborhood walks for fresh air and movement.

  • Do you offer potty training?

    We support potty learning when the child shows readiness signs. We collaborate on timing, language, and routines to keep the process positive and consistent.

  • Do you have pets?

    Yes. Pets are part of our supervised environment and help teach gentleness and empathy. Interactions are guided and safety-focused.

  • Do you share daily updates?

    Yes. Our daily information board highlights naps, meals, activities, and notable milestones so families feel connected.

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