Hillcrest Kids is licensed by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, and operates within the requirements set by that department.
It is sponsored by Hillcrest Chapel Inc. and endeavors to provide quality childcare with a Christian concern.
Hillcrest Kids will provide care for children without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, handicaps, religion, or creed.
The age span for a child enrolled is 1 year old and walking to six years old and Kindergarten.
Our Before and After School program is designed for children 1st-5th grade attending the southside public schools.
Our Smooth Sailing program is full time care during school closures, including the summer months.
Hillcrest Kids provides a full range of programs from early years through pre-school and additional elementary programs in the summer and during school breaks.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-5
Year Founded
1973
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
187 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies based on desired schedule.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hillcrest Kids?
The application deadline for Hillcrest Kids is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest Kids located?
Hillcrest Kids is located in the Happy Valley neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 2 other private schools located in Happy Valley.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Hillcrest Kids is Explorations Academy (2.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Cascades Montessori Middle School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Blue Heron Montessori School (0.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Blue Heron Montessori School
Montessori School
920 24th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 306-3669
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 306-3669
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 42 students Tuition listed
Cascades Montessori Middle School
Montessori School
2710 Mckenzie Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 306-8723
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 306-8723
0.8 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 25 students
Blossom Childcare & Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
2945 Douglas Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 752-2699
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 752-2699
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
Montessori At Samish Woods
Montessori School
1027 Samish Way
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 650-9465
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 650-9465
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 78 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1701 Ellis St # 215
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 671-8085
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 671-8085
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 33 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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