ZIP 98007 · Licensed center
Evergreen Montessori Avademy-Overlake Park
At a glance
- Medium Montessori center, licensed for 97 children.
- Hours 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., 5 days a week.
- Tuition Toddler $2,500 a month. See costs
What to know
The license is the range the state allows. It does not say which ages have openings.
What the state has found
The state cited rules at all 4 of its licensing inspections since February 2024. It lists no valid complaint about this center.
See each inspection
Licensing inspections
Sep 30, 20251 citation
Food allergies and special dietary needsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“A child is allergic to a food according to her file. Only a medication authorization is available. The program does not have all required documentation required by WAC.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1)
Apr 9, 20253 citations
Safety requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10. Short Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“1) A rubbery base board in toddler 2 is lifting off on each end. 2a) many items in the toddler classroom on low shelves accessible to children were made up of small pieces that pose a choking hazard. 3a) the wooden trim along the floor in classroom 3 was chipping and splintered in several areas. 3f) Both toddler classrooms had shelving that posed a tipping hazard as they were not anchored to the wall. Each classroom has a play kitchen which also poses a tipping hazard since they are not secured to the wall. 5f) an extension cord was used for the microwave to be plugged into, which dangled over the reception wall, accessible to children along the exit pathway. This was unplugged at the time of the visit with the microwave being plugged directly into the outlet behind the microwave.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(3)(f)
Emergency preparation and exitingSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“3c) a rainbow mat was placed at the main exit door of toddler 2 classroom, preventing the door from opening. This rug was removed immediately.”
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c)
Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfortShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“2b) The toddler classrooms had chairs around the tables that were intended for children over 3 years old. Both classrooms also had other materials and equipment that was not developmentally approriate for use by toddlers.”
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(b)
Jun 25, 20245 citations
Safety requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“2a) in the toddler room several items were seen that could pose a choking hazard to children. 6/25/24 These items were removed by C. at the time of the inspection. 2c) a speaker with a cord was placed near the floor in the toddler room, accessible to children. 6/25/24 C. removed the speaker as soon as it was pointed out. Risk”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a)
Bathroom space and toilet trainingShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“The tall sink in preschool 1 stopped running water while licensor tried to check the water temperature. The sink in Toddler 1 did not provide warm water. 6/25/24 K. fixed both sink issues immediately.”
WAC 110-300-0220(1)(b)
Clean and healthy environmentShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“In the toddler classroom a water table had a wooden surface where the edges were no longer sealed. This created exposed pressed wood that was bubbling up, no longer moisture resistant and able to be cleaned and sanitized appropriately.”
WAC 110-300-0240(2)(a)
Safety requirementsShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“2a) in the toddler room several items were seen that could pose a choking hazard to children. 6/25/24 These items were removed by C. at the time of the inspection. 2c) a speaker with a cord was placed near the floor in the toddler room, accessible to children. 6/25/24 C. removed the speaker as soon as it was pointed out.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c)
Health policy
“The health policy has not been approved as it does not address how meals and snacks will be handles with details about the lack of sinks for food purposes.”
WAC 110-300-0500(2)
Feb 7, 20242 citations
Emergency preparation and exitingSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“Several exit doors were hard to open, requiring strength and force to open.”
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c)
Storage of hazardous and maintenance suppliesSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“1a)Dishwasher detergent is stored under the sink in the staff/reception area. There is a half door which was unlocked. 1b) cleaners are stored under the kitchen sinks 2) cleaners are stored in several areas without locking doors.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a), WAC 110-300-0260(1)(b), WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b)
The state cited rules at all 4 of this center's inspections. Most Seattle-area centers inspected 4 times had fewer: 71% of 272.
How all 272 Seattle-area centers inspected 4 times compare
Of the 272 Seattle-area centers the state inspected 4 times, how many of those inspections cited a rule:
- None7%
- 1 of 415%
- 2 of 417%
- 3 of 433%
- All 429%This center
Read every record and the state’s reports
State record — Washington DCYF
- Last visit
- September 30, 2025
- On file
- 4 visits since February 2024 — all of them cited findings
- Most serious
- Serious —
A child is allergic to a food according to her file. Only a medication authorization is available. The program does not have all required documentation required by WAC.
· September 30, 2025
Washington DCYF publishes each citation in the licensor’s own words, with a risk level.
Sep 2025 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · September 30, 2025
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious
A child is allergic to a food according to her file. Only a medication authorization is available. The program does not have all required documentation required by WAC.
Apr 2025 Licensing visit 3 findings
Licensing visit · April 9, 2025
Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(b) · Short Term
2b) The toddler classrooms had chairs around the tables that were intended for children over 3 years old. Both classrooms also had other materials and equipment that was not developmentally approriate for use by toddlers.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(3)(f) · Serious / Short Term
1) A rubbery base board in toddler 2 is lifting off on each end. 2a) many items in the toddler classroom on low shelves accessible to children were made up of small pieces that pose a choking hazard. 3a) the wooden trim along the floor in classroom 3 was chipping and splintered in several areas. 3f) Both toddler classrooms had shelving that posed a tipping hazard as they were not anchored to the wall. Each classroom has a play kitchen which also poses a tipping hazard since they are not secured to the wall. 5f) an extension cord was used for the microwave to be plugged into, which dangled over the reception wall, accessible to children along the exit pathway. This was unplugged at the time of the visit with the microwave being plugged directly into the outlet behind the microwave.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious
3c) a rainbow mat was placed at the main exit door of toddler 2 classroom, preventing the door from opening. This rug was removed immediately.
Jun 2024 Licensing visit 5 findings
Licensing visit · June 25, 2024
Bathroom space and toilet training
WAC 110-300-0220(1)(b) · Short Term
The tall sink in preschool 1 stopped running water while licensor tried to check the water temperature. The sink in Toddler 1 did not provide warm water. 6/25/24 K. fixed both sink issues immediately.
WAC 110-300-0240(2)(a) · Short Term
In the toddler classroom a water table had a wooden surface where the edges were no longer sealed. This created exposed pressed wood that was bubbling up, no longer moisture resistant and able to be cleaned and sanitized appropriately.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) · Serious
2a) in the toddler room several items were seen that could pose a choking hazard to children. 6/25/24 These items were removed by C. at the time of the inspection. 2c) a speaker with a cord was placed near the floor in the toddler room, accessible to children. 6/25/24 C. removed the speaker as soon as it was pointed out. Risk
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) · Short Term
2a) in the toddler room several items were seen that could pose a choking hazard to children. 6/25/24 These items were removed by C. at the time of the inspection. 2c) a speaker with a cord was placed near the floor in the toddler room, accessible to children. 6/25/24 C. removed the speaker as soon as it was pointed out.
WAC 110-300-0500(2) · None
The health policy has not been approved as it does not address how meals and snacks will be handles with details about the lack of sinks for food purposes.
Feb 2024 Licensing visit 2 findings
Licensing visit · February 7, 2024
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious
Several exit doors were hard to open, requiring strength and force to open.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(1)(b) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
1a)Dishwasher detergent is stored under the sink in the staff/reception area. There is a half door which was unlocked. 1b) cleaners are stored under the kitchen sinks 2) cleaners are stored in several areas without locking doors.
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What it costs
$2,500 a month for a toddler
Seattle-area comparison hidden until they say whether this is a full-time price.
- Application fee
- $400
- Siblings
- 10% (Siblings need to attend EMA at the same time)
A day here
8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., 5 days a week
Schedule
- Schedule
- Full-day, half-day (the brand’s policy for all its schools)
How they teach
Montessori
“Authentic Montessori Curric ulum (3-year cycle) Children who complete the three-year cycle (exploration, experimentation, and expertise) curriculum will gain the most benefit.”
Policies
- Enrollment
- 60-day written notice required before withdrawing; tuition paid one month in advance; all fees non-refundable (the brand’s policy for all its schools)
Details
- Phone
- (425) 628-9841
- Address
- 1836 156th Ave NE, Bldg D, 98007
- License
- PL-83709
- Quality program
- Early Achievers Enrolled
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Sources and dates
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How they teach
- Approach — Checked October 2026 evergreenmontessori.net
What it costs
- Toddler, Application fee, Sibling discount — Checked September 2026 evergreenmontessori.net
State record
From Washington DCYF’s published reports, last checked November 3, 2026.
Washington’s four risk levels, highest first: Immediate, Serious, Short Term, Long Term. Deadlines from DCYF procedure PRO 10.1.21.
Ages
A day here
- Hours — Checked September 2026 evergreenmontessori.net
- Schedule — Checked September 2026 evergreenmontessori.net
Policies
- Enrollment — Checked September 2026 evergreenmontessori.net
Details
- Phone, Ages on the license — Checked September 2026 findchildcarewa.org
- Website — Checked July 2026 evergreenmontessori.net
- Address, License — Checked June 2026 data.wa.gov
- Quality program — Checked April 2026 data.wa.gov
- Ages they serve — Checked September 2026 evergreenmontessori.net
Medium means the middle half of Seattle-area’s 855 licensed centers by state-licensed capacity: 41 to 115 children. Small is 6 to 40; large is 116 to 323.
The ages on the license are what the state licenses it to care for, which can be wider than the ages it takes.