Who we are

Kids Inc. has been a cornerstone of the Ballard neighborhood for over 20 years, with our current owner Gee proudly leading the center for the past 15 years. Our mission is to create a collaborative environment where staff, children, and families work together to foster the physical, social, and emotional development of each child in a positive way.

At Kids Inc., we believe in learning through play. Our curriculum is designed to honor each child’s unique background and lifestyle, while remaining culturally relevant. We create an engaging and supportive atmosphere where children are seen as individuals, and families are valued as part of our community.

We emphasize the following areas of development:

Encouraging empathy, sensitivity, and global thinking.
Promoting proactive behavior and positive conflict resolution through effective communication.
Offering a rich array of activities in art, music, language, math, and science, tailored to each child’s needs.
Helping children express their feelings, foster independence, and build self-esteem.
Creating an inclusive environment that reflects the diverse cultures of our community.

Tactile experiences are essential for developing motor skills, and at Kids Inc., children engage in hands-on activities like playing with sand, water, play-doh, finger paint, clay, & gardening. We also encourage outdoor play and offer a variety of sports and games to help build physical development and endurance.

Our non-religious curriculum aligns with Seattle School District Learning Standards and EALRS, ensuring that children’s educational experiences are both meaningful and well-rounded.

General Policies

Please note: This is a general overview of our policies and meant for a quick reference. Please refer to your parent handbook for a complete list.

ACCEPTING CHILDREN

Preschool children enrolling at Kids Inc. should:

Have a working knowledge of the toilet routine
Be able to dress and undress themselves independently, including when using the toilet
Recognize the need to use the bathroom and communicate this need effectively

Note: In accordance with ADA guidelines, Kids Inc. will accept children who are unable to toilet train due to medical or developmental reasons.

SNACKS

Kids Inc. provides nutritious, low-fat, low-sugar snacks that meet USDA and Washington State Health Department guidelines. Each snack includes at least two different food groups.

Snack Schedule:

Morning Snack: 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Afternoon Snack: 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Lunch:
Parents are required to provide lunch for their child each day.
Please note: Candy is not permitted at Kids Inc.

ILLNESS POLICY

Kids Inc. does not admit ill children. We follow the King County Public Health Policy and Procedures for Excluding Ill Children. Children must be symptom-free or cleared by a medical professional before returning to the program.

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

All Kids Inc. staff are trained in CPR and First Aid.

In the event of a minor injury, staff will administer appropriate first aid.
Parents or guardians will be notified immediately by phone if a child experiences:
- A head injury
- An injury that results in a visible mark, bruise, or swelling beyond a typical scrape

All injuries are documented and recorded according to our internal incident report procedures.

Kids Inc. Closure Dates

Labor Day
October – Seattle Public Schools (SPS) In-Service Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Holiday – Closed for two days
Winter Break – Closed between December 24th and New Year’s Day
(Exact dates determined yearly)
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Presidents’ Day
Spring Break – Closed Friday of SPS Spring Break for in-service
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
End-of-School-Year In-Service – Closed for three days after the school year ends
July 4th Holiday
End-of-Summer In-Service – Closed for three days after summer programming ends