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New Income Eligibility Guidelines Expand Access to City’s Child Care Assistance Program for Seattle Families 

Effective immediately, the City of Seattle is announcing new expanded eligibility for the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) making 2,000 new Seattle families eligible for licensed child care co-pay support.

Education Levy Updates: Mayor Harrell Signs Legislation Sending Seattle’s Transformative Proposal to Voters 

Building on Seattle’s 35-year legacy of successful education levies, this six-year investment is a commitment to support children, youth, and families at every stage of life Seattle – On June 24, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined Councilmember Maritza Rivera, the Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL), and education, labor,… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Recognized in Top Four Cities Prioritizing Children, Families, and Child Care Workforce

Seattle’s Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) is being recognized for its Seattle Preschool Program by the National League of Cities (NLC) for expanding access to high-quality early learning opportunities. DEEL is among a cohort of four cities which include Boston, MA, Hartford, CT, and Jacksonville, FL highlighted for early… [ Keep reading ]

Nearly 5,000 Seattle Child Care Staff Receiving Retention Payments 

Mayor Bruce Harrell and the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) announced that more than 4,950 child care educators and staff will receive a one-time payment of up to $555. 

DEEL Spring 2025 Newsletter

DEEL is excited to share its spring newsletter. This quarter highlights the expansion of the Seattle Preschool Program for the upcoming 2025-26 school year – now enrolling. As well as free telehealth services for Seattle youth and young adults. Plus, the latest on the levy renewal process and information on… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Families Invited to Apply to Child Care Assistance Program 

On average families save $7,500 annually with Seattle’s child care subsidy assistance program SEATTLE – (March 7) – The Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) is proud to announce the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) is expanding its capacity to serve newly eligible families. Families living in Seattle… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle King County’s Public Health Nurses Bridge Knowledge and Equity for Healthy Kids 

Public Health – Seattle & King County (PHSKC) has a diverse team of child health specialists supporting a healthy start for Seattle’s children while unlocking the full potential of early learning educators. The Child Care Health Program (CCHP) provides consultations to child care sites across Seattle, including those who offer… [ Keep reading ]

BrightSpark Early Learning Services: Sparking Connections to Child Care Services for Seattle Families with Homeless Child Care Subsidies

For over eight years, BrightSpark Early Learning Services has partnered with DEEL through the Homeless Child Care Subsidy Program (HCCSP). HCCSP is a low-barrier program predominantly serving families experiencing homelessness and facing challenges accessing child care programs.

Announcing DEEL’s 2025 Funding Opportunities!

Save the date for upcoming grants supporting kindergarten readiness. A preview of DEEL’s 2025 funding opportunities is available now on our website! The mission of the Department of Education and Early Learning is to transform the lives of Seattle’s children, youth, and families through strategic investments in education. We envision a… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Child Care Staff to Receive Up to $2.8M in Workforce Support 

The Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) is proud to announce it will provide up to $2.8 million to support child care workers.