At Pike Market Child Care & Preschool, families will find more than daycare. We offer high-quality preschool and early learning in downtown Seattle, with tuition support that makes early learning possible for everyone.

Our Mission

At Pike Market Child Care & Preschool, our mission is to make high-quality, inclusive child care and preschool accessible to all families in downtown Seattle. We are an inclusive community rich in racial, socio-economic, gender, and language diversity, and we foster a learning environment where every child and family belongs.

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Families:

Are you ready to find the right downtown Seattle daycare and preschool community for your child? Learn more about our infant daycare, preschool, and child care programs. Contact Lesa >

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Educators:

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow as a teacher in an inclusive Seattle preschool? Join a team that values equity, learning, and strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Contact Erika >

Donors:

Would you like to support equity for all children, families, and teachers? Your gift helps sustain accessible downtown Seattle child care and preschool, strengthening the community for those who live and work here. Contact Lesa >

Early Childhood Education in Downtown Seattle

At Pike Market Child Care & Preschool, families searching for infant daycare and preschool in downtown Seattle will find a community rooted in belonging and the rich life of Pike Place Market. Children from infancy through age 5 are welcomed into safe, nurturing classrooms where teachers honor their individuality and spark curiosity. Each day, children learn and grow together while enjoying wholesome meals and snacks, surrounded by the vibrant Market community.

When you choose to join Pike Market Child Care & Preschool — by enrolling your child, volunteering, teaching, or donating — you become part of a community of equity and belonging. Like Pike Place Market itself, everyone has a place here and something valuable to share.

  • Welcome all families, valuing diversity and a sense of belonging in community

  • Nurture creativity, curiosity, and compassion in children, families, and teachers

  • Provide enriched, inspiring learning environments and materials

  • Serve home-cooked, healthy whole foods daily

  • Recognize teachers by paying a living wage, supporting professional growth, and honoring long-term relationships

  • Fundraise to provide tuition assistance to up to 65% of enrolled families

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What Our Families Are Saying:

  • "Our family is so proud to be part of the PMCCP community. Our child is thriving because of the excellent, loving care provided by a truly dedicated and talented group of early childhood professionals. As parents, we learn so much from his teachers and are so appreciative of their thoughtful observations about him."

  • “PMCCP is the ideal place for working families who want their children to grow into thoughtful, curious, and nurturing people. Our daughter was shy when she first entered the classroom. When I pick her up, I now see her dancing and reading with her friends, eager to return the next day.”

  • “PMCCP is truly a wonderful place where I feel like my child is safe, happy and well taken care of. As we reach the door, my son does a happy dance because he is so excited to spend the day there. This place is absolutely amazing!”

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