Auburn · Kent · Seattle

Cherubs
Nursery School

Childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Inspired by Montessori,
Reggio Emilia & Te Whāriki.

Also in Seattle: Tagalog immersion preschool.

Infants · Toddlers · PreschoolThree local communitiesLearning through play

The Cherubs difference.

A safe, welcoming place to grow

We prioritize active supervision, clean learning spaces, and attentive care. By getting to know your child’s routines, interests, and needs—and working closely with your family—we help them feel secure, understood, and supported.

Learning that builds confidence

Inspired by Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Te Whāriki, we encourage children to make choices, follow their curiosity, and learn alongside others. Everyday play becomes an opportunity to build independence, friendships, and a sense of belonging.

How the three approaches come together

Montessori

Confidence through doing

Thoughtfully arranged spaces and hands-on activities encourage children to choose, concentrate, and practice everyday skills. Teachers offer guidance while giving each child time to try for themselves.

Reggio Emilia

Curiosity worth following

Children’s questions and interests help shape explorations. Art, building, movement, and conversation give them many ways to express ideas, solve problems, and learn with others.

Te Whāriki

A strong sense of belonging

New Zealand’s early childhood curriculum connects learning with wellbeing, relationships, family, and culture. We draw on these principles to value each child’s identity and support their development as a whole person.

In a planting activity, a child might practice watering independently, explore a question about how plants grow through drawing and discussion, and share a gardening tradition from home. One experience can bring together practical skills, creative inquiry, and family connection.

Experiences are adapted to children’s ages, interests, and abilities.

Our founder, Marie Chella Vergara, holds a degree in Early Childhood and Family Studies from the University of Washington and has studied early childhood programs in Reggio Emilia, Italy, and Auckland, New Zealand.