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Join our Parent Support Group on the 2nd Tuesday of each month! The Child Development Program is located at: 2919 1st Avenue West, Seattle, WA 98119. View map

The Northwest Center Child Development Program offers a succession of inclusive classroom experiences and programs for children from infancy through 12 years of age.

Infants—6 weeks to 12 months
A warm, nurturing environment where teachers support each baby’s development at his or her individual pace and schedule.

Waddlers—12 to 20 months
A transitional program that allows infants to master walking and adapt to a larger social group.

Toddlers—20 months to 2½ years
Children are supported in experimenting with and practicing their new social, language and motor skills in a stimulating and safe environment.

Young Preschool—2½ to 3½ years
Stresses the importance of independence through choices and self-guided learning to meet developmental language and cognitive milestones.

Pre-Kindergarten—3 to 5 years
Children are exposed to pre-academics and early literacy through hands-on learning that also strengthens social and problem solving skills.

School Age Program—Kindergarten through 12 years
Takes place before and after school, and when elementary schools are not in session. A collaborative program that strengthens skills taught in school programs, as well as homework help and enrichment activities.

Summer Camp—Kindergarten through 12 years
A recreational program that includes community field trips, arts and crafts, and other enrichment activities. Individual goals support children's growth between school years.