Childcare & Preschool Programs
One of the core values in the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District is a commitment to early learning and development. Preschool Registration begins Feb. 3
Registration for next school year starts on Feb. 3 at 9 am through emailing Pam_Stoner@sumnersd.
The Early Learning Childcare Centers differ from the Blended Preschool Programs in that: childcare is an early learning program/service that follows federal, state and NAEYC child care regulations including care and education in an all day setting. Sumner-Bonney Lake School District’s Blended Preschool program is a part day program fulfilling the pre-academic and academic needs for preschool age children in a structured setting serving both children placed in the classroom on an Individualized Education Program (IEP), non-tuition, and children participating in the tuition-based program.
ECEAP Program Inquiries
(253) 798-7379 or
1-800-562-0336, ext. 4
Early Learning Director
Pam Stoner
(253) 891-6000
Special Education/Child Find Coordinator
Brandon Schlegel
Early Learning Programs are offered at various locations across the District:
Child’s age and schedule/location preference will determine which location is best suited for your child. Every effort will be made to place your child in the school location of choice; however, availability is based on criteria and space.
Early Childhood Educational Assistance Program (ECEAP)
ECEAP is a state-funded program for children from low-income families who are age three or four by August 31. The program is similar to the federally funded Head Start Program. Children qualify for this program on the basis of the family income. The program is coordinated and staffed through the Pierce County Human Services Department.
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District provides school space and administrative assistance to ensure services for children in our district who qualify.
Services provided to students who qualify for ECEAP include half-day classroom instruction three days a week, one or two meals per day, and periodic health screening. Additionally, staff works with families to share information, strategies, activities, and resources for the child.
For information about ECEAP and registration procedures, call Pierce County Human Services at (253) 798-4400 (option #4).
Blended Preschool Locations: 2024-25
| School | Address | Preschool AM | Preschool PM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood Elementary | 3914 W Tapps Drive Bonney Lake, WA 98391 | 8:10 - 11:00 a.m. | 12:20 - 3:10 p.m. |
| Sumner Early Learning Center | 1500 Willow Street Sumner, WA 98390 | 8:25 - 11:15 a.m. | 12:35 - 3:25 p.m. |
| Tehaleh Heights Elementary | 17520 Berkeley Pkwy East Bonney Lake, WA 98391 | 8:45 - 11:35 a.m. | 12:55 - 3:45 p.m. |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary | 12202 209th Avenue Ct. E Bonney Lake, WA 98391 | 8:10 - 11:00 a.m. | 12:20 - 3:10 p.m. |
Childcare Locations
| School | Address | Ages | Full Day Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sumner Early Learning Center | 1500 Willow Street Sumner, WA 98390 | 3 - 5 years | 6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary | 12202 209th Avenue Ct. E Bonney Lake, WA 98391 | 3 - 5 years | 6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Bonney Lake High School | 10920 199th Ave Court East Bonney Lake, WA 98391 | Birth - 5 years | 6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Sumner High School | 1707 Main Street Sumner, WA 98390 | Birth - 3 years | 6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
ECEAP Locations
| School | Address | Preschool AM | Preschool PM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daffodil Valley Elementary | 1509 Valley Avenue Sumner, WA 98390 | 8:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | 12:00 - 3:30 p.m. |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary | 12202 209th Avenue Ct. E Bonney Lake, WA 98391 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | 12:15 - 3:45 p.m. |
For more information on expulsion/termination of child care or tuition-based preschool see handbooks.