Trettin Early Learning Center

Center · Seattle · 4515 16th Ave NE

What kind of place is this?

Size 85 children licensed In the middle half for Seattle, where the middle half licenses 43–122. Measured across 578 Seattle programs, 2026-07-29.
Established 1968
Approach developmental

In the program’s own words

“We strive to follow a constructivist approach to curriculum. Based on noted Early Childhood philosophers Jean Piaget, Lev Vygotsky, and Maria Montessori, we emphasize developmentally appropriate, child-led, hands-on learning through play.” trettinearlylearning.org, July 2026
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Will it fit our family?

Ages served 12 months to 6 years old
Schedule full-day, half-day
Holiday closures Closed on all major holidays and for in-service days
Sources and dates

Not yet reported: hours, days / week.

What will it cost us?

Application fee $200

What Shortlist has verified

State quality rating Early Achievers Level 3+
License status Active
Sources and dates

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State record — Washington DCYF

Mar 2026 Licensing visit nothing cited Report (PDF)
Dec 2025 Complaint

Complaint · December 11, 2025

The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record, but the state’s published report includes no citation detail.

Report (PDF)

Apr 2025 Licensing visit 1 finding

Licensing visit · April 15, 2025

Training requirements · WAC 110-300-0106(5) / 110-300-0106(7) · Short Term

Some staff need to update BBP training. two staff need to take emergency prep and children experiencing homelessness trainings.

Report (PDF)

Apr 2024 Licensing visit 1 finding

Licensing visit · April 23, 2024

Training requirements · WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(4) · Serious

some staff need to get food handlers card. some staff need to complete 30hrs. child care basics or get educational exemption. 1 staff needs to complete child abuse neglect training. 1 staff need to complete the emergency prep training. 1 staff need to complete the serving children experiencing homelessness.

Report (PDF)

Sources and dates

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