Tuition and Enrollment

How To Enroll

1. Tour
Choosing a preschool is a big decision! We'd love to give a tour and see our preschool in action. Email us or call to schedule a visit. You can also check out on Instagram  and Facebook  to get a sense of what life at preschool is like.

2. Apply
We have rolling registration for the '26-'27 school year, based on class availability, and registration for the '27-'28 school year starts in January. Download the registration form and questionnaire for each child, then email or drop them off in person. Current families who apply by late January get priority placement for the following school year.

3. Placement
Placement begins in early February for the following school year, or immediately for rolling placement. You'll get an email about your class placement, followed by an acceptance letter in the mail in mid-February.

How Classes Are Assigned
Children must meet the age guidelines for their classroom. We place families in this order:

1. Currently enrolled students

2. Siblings of current students, then siblings of alumni

3. New families

We do our best to give you your first choice, but we may offer another classroom depending on availability. If a class is full, you'll go on a waitlist and we'll notify you if a spot opens. Class enrollment can change, so please don't be discouraged!

Key Dates for 2027-2028 Registration

Mid-January: Applications open
Early-February: Placement begins
Mid-February: Families notified
Mid-September: School starts (ends mid-June)

A $250 non-refundable deposit is due after you receive your acceptance letter. It covers a $150 registration fee plus $100 toward your first month's tuition.

Tuition is paid in 10 equal payments, August through May.

Class Options and Tuition for 2026-2027

All classes are 4 hours: 9:30am to 1:30pm. Children must be potty trained.

2.5 - 3 Year Olds - 2 Days a Week
Tuesday & Thursday - $4100 a year or $410/month for 10 months

3 & 4 Year Olds - 3 Days a Week
Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday - $5250 a year, or $525/month for 10 months

4 & 5 Year Olds - 3 Days a Week- older 4 yr olds and Pre-K
Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday - $5250 a year, or $525/month for 10 months

4 & 5 Year Olds - 4 Days a Week Pre-K (must be 4 by August 31, 2026)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday - $6500 a year, or $650/month for 10 months

Registration Forms:

Questionaire

Registration Form

"Bethany Bear's Preschool is one of Seattle's best-kept secrets. My son absolutely thrived there, developed a love of learning, and was more than prepared for Kindergarten."

- Susan C., View Ridge

"Our three children thrived at Bethany Bear's and were more than ready for Kindergarten when the time came. The teachers and community are incredible."

- Mark F., Wallingford

"My daughter loves going to school and learning at Bethany Bear's thanks to the remarkable, dedicated, loving and talented teachers she has had there. That is a gift for which my wife and I will always be grateful."

- Tom C., Wallingford

"Bethany Bears Preschool has been a wonderful place for our 3 kids. The teachers are caring, loving, and gentle. It has been a safe place for our kids to figure out what it looks like to interact with other kids in a school setting, while also preparing them to go to Kindergarten in the future. The teachers are truly wonderful. Can't say enough good things about this staff and this place!"

- Kevin P., Bryant

"Bethany Bears is such a special school! The teachers are incredible, the art is awesome, and the entire environment feels safe, warm, and welcoming. I cannot say enough good things about this school and the people who make it so special. We are so grateful for our years there!"

- Kate P., Wedgwood

"Bethany Bears Preschool is a place where your child and entire family will feel known and loved. Both my children attended Bethany Bears and when they graduated, it felt as if we were leaving family. There is care and unity amongst the teaching staff and it overflows into the love they have for their students. My children loved the art room and the daily opportunity for creativity. We deeply miss attending Bethany Bears traditions such as pajama night, teddy bear picnic, Christmas concert and pumpkin patch field trip. Bethany Bears is truly a hidden gem in the city."

- Whitney K., University District

"We absolutely love Bethany Bears! The teachers are amazing and create such a warm, nurturing environment. Our daughter comes home excited to tell us about the art and science activities she’s done, and it’s wonderful to see how much she enjoys learning. We’re so grateful she’s part of such a caring community and would highly recommend it to other families!"