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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 ]

Award-Winning Seattle Preschool Program Expanding for 2025-26 School Year 

The Seattle Preschool Program is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year – classes begin in September!  

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 ]

DEEL Awards $805K to Six Child Care Centers to Improve Seattle Preschool Program Facilities 

The Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) announced $805,000 in funding for facilities improvements at six Seattle Preschool Program (SPP) providers.

February 2025: Celebrating Thriving Black Communities Past, Present and Future

In honor of Black Futures Month, DEEL celebrates our many Black-led partner organizations and the Black youth and families they serve. From prenatal to preschool, K-12 to postsecondary, DEEL investments promote positive outcomes for our communities furthest from educational justice. DEEL partnerships prioritize culturally specific and responsive, high-quality learning environments… [ 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.

Seattle Preschool Program Wins Third National Gold Medal for High-Quality, Accessible Early Learning Programming 

The Seattle Preschool Program (SPP) has received a third gold medal for high-quality preschool programming. This is the seventh year SPP has received national recognition.