The Cottage School At Mountlake

The Cottage School's Inc. is a well respected program established in 1983 by Laura Thompson.
We currently operate childcare programs at three locations in Seattle.
Our philosophy of education is based on nurturing the whole child.
We provide a developmental appropriate program that encourages children to take a hands-on approach to exploring their environment.
This provides an opportunity for children to develop at their own pace.
The Cottage Schools, Inc, was established in 1983 and currently operates childcare programs at three locations in Seattle.
The original Cottage School was a small cottage located behind a Montlake residence near the University of Washington.
We moved to our current location to meet the growing needs of the community.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The Cottage School At Mountlake ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Student Body

Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
The Cottage School At Mountlake Student By Grade

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • The Cottage School's Inc. is a well respected program established in 1983 by Laura Thompson. We currently operate childcare programs at three locations in Seattle. Our philosophy of education is based on nurturing the whole child. We provide a developmental appropriate program that encourages children to take a hands-on approach to exploring their environment. This provides an opportunity for children to develop at their own pace. The Cottage Schools, Inc, was established in 1983 and currently operates childcare programs at three locations in Seattle. The original Cottage School was a small cottage located behind a Montlake residence near the University of Washington. We moved to our current location to meet the growing needs of the community.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for The Cottage School At Mountlake?
The application deadline for The Cottage School At Mountlake is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Cottage School At Mountlake located?
The Cottage School At Mountlake is located in the Northeast Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 13 other private schools located in Northeast Seattle.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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