Birch Tree Academy Bel Red

"My son has been going to Birch Tree in Bel Red for over a year and a half, and we absolutely love it. The teachers and staff are so kind and attentive — I can see how much they truly care about the kids." - Anastasiya M.

Birch Tree Academy Bel Red, located on Bel Red Road at 134th Ave, is a welcoming early learning center focused on building strong relationships and creating a supportive environment for children and families. Through a collaborative atmosphere and family-focused approach, the center encourages children in our toddler through pre-k programs to learn, grow, and feel connected each day.

Engaging Enrichment Opportunities

Children at Birch Tree Academy Bel Red participate in a variety of enrichment activities designed to encourage creativity, participation, and hands-on learning. Seasonal traditions like pumpkin carving and STEM nights help create memorable experiences while bringing children, families, and staff together in meaningful ways.

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  • 1405 134th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98005
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  • Open 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Call for Enrollment: 425.264.8967

Center Programs

Explore our childcare and early learning programs designed to support children at every stage of development. Discover the right program for your child and learn more about what we offer at Birch Tree Academy.

Toddler

Toddler

We want to inspire children’s natural curiosity while nurturing their desire for independence. Our toddler program gives children the opportunity for daily hands-on learning and exploration. They experiment by building with a multitude of open-ended materials, trying out various styles of art and learning social and communication skills in a supportive environment. Fine and gross motor skill, cognitive and language development and critical social skills are practiced so they can participate in positive social interactions.  

Starting in 2026, we are also excited to announce our Bumble Math program as part of the BeeCurious curriculum. This play-based curriculum is designed to inspire and build curiosity, confidence, and joyful engagement while building a strong foundation in early mathematics. Families can learn more about this new math program here.

Preschool

Preschool

A positive preschool experience will set the stage for a lifetime of curiosity and cognitive development. We are proud to provide a program that nurtures discovery, out-of-the-box thinking and love for learning. The core of our curriculum is based around a weekly science theme that incorporates math, phonics, sensory exploration and open-ended building skills. They receive an introduction to letters and their corresponding sounds, letter building, tracing and writing, as well as fine motor skills on a daily basis. The preschool program also includes a weekly music lesson from a professional musician and a weekly Spanish lesson. 

Starting in 2026, we are also excited to announce our Buzz Math program as part of the BeeCurious curriculum. This play-based curriculum is designed to inspire and build curiosity, confidence, and joyful engagement while building a strong foundation in early mathematics. Families can learn more about this new math program here.

Pre-K

Pre-K

Children often make big leaps in their communication and social skills during the pre-kindergarten year. They continue to work on waiting their turn, sharing and ‘using their words’ to communicate.  These skills prepare them for the big world of elementary school and gives them the confidence they need in social interactions. Our STEM-based pre-kindergarten program prepares students for kindergarten while providing an engaging and nurturing environment where children’s natural curiosity drives their learning!

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Center Offerings

Music
Parking
Healthy Meals & Snacks
Qualified Educators
Tuition Assistance

Our music program offers a researched, systematic approach to nurturing children's social skills and musical development, including singing in tune and rhythmic coordination.

Conveniently nestled amidst ample parking, our center ensures stress-free drop-offs and pickups for our valued families.

All our centers are completely nut-free, and we work with families with children who have other food sensitivities and allergies to ensure their safety and well-being.

Our educators are passionate about delivering early years education that empowers and inspires children to create their futures.

Our Center Directors can provide more information regarding financial assistance and they can assist you with the process as well.

Center Director | Meet our Staff

My name is Julie. Grew up in Spokane, lived in Ohio and moved to Seattle in 2004. I have worn many hats over the years and found Birch Tree while working at Starbucks. Decided to interview Natalie (the owner at the time) for my non-profit and viola, six years later I am now Director (completed my BAS in Early Child Care too).

I have 4 beautiful daughters ranging from 8 years to 22. I love to read, travel, listen to music, dance, visit with friends and family and only "think" about working out.

Portrait of the Birch Tree Academy Director

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