Hope Harbor Children’s Center
at the Soup
Our Classes
Infants birth - 11 months old
Our Infant Classroom is currently reserved for the children of our educators as we thoughtfully establish and grow this new program. We anticipate opening enrollment to the community in the coming months.
If you would like to join our waitlist and be among the first families offered a slot when spaces become available, we'd love to hear from you. Please reach out to us to reserve your place on the waitlist!
Toddler Class 12-29 months old
In our toddler classroom, nurturing relationships are at the heart of our approach. Our teachers focus on fostering safe, secure attachments, allowing children to explore their world with confidence. We support each child’s developmental milestones through individualized care routines and rich opportunities for environmental exploration.
We offer a sensory-rich environment filled with captivating materials for hands-on exploration. Our classroom features engaging artistic and scientific experiences that spark curiosity and wonder. By fostering these early experiences, we support children in their journey of growth and discovery.
Preschool Classes 2.5 - 5 years old
In our preschool classrooms, we embrace the inquisitive nature of this age group, fostering their natural curiosity and encouraging them to explore big questions and seek out their own answers. As children become more social, they delight in playing with peers, sharing stories, and engaging in games. These interactions help them build meaningful friendships and understand the essence of being a friend.
Pre-K Class 4.5-6 years old
Our Pre-K program prepares children for kindergarten by building on their natural curiosity, creativity, and growing independence. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, we believe children learn best through meaningful experiences, thoughtful inquiry, and collaborative exploration.
Our classroom is filled with opportunities to investigate ideas, ask questions, create, and solve problems together. Literacy and mathematics are woven into children's everyday experiences through storytelling, dramatic play, journaling, project work, games, and hands-on investigations. As children document their thinking, revisit their ideas, and collaborate with peers, they develop the academic foundations needed for kindergarten while also strengthening critical thinking, communication, and confidence.
Elementary After School Programs
Hope Harbor’s after-school program is a warm, welcoming place where young elementary children can relax, connect, and continue learning after the school day ends. Designed for Kindergarten through second-grade students, our program offers a safe and nurturing environment that feels like an extension of home and school, where children are cared for by trusted educators who value relationships, creativity, and emotional well-being.
Each afternoon includes enriching activities, shared snack time, and opportunities for play and connection, supporting children’s social growth and confidence while giving families peace of mind knowing their child is in a loving, supportive space.
This program is available for any families attending the Soup at our flagship location, Hope Harbor at St. David’s on Park Street!
We Work for
Working Families
Breakfast Club
Monday-Friday | 7:30am-9:00am
A before-school care option available Monday through Friday on a drop-in basis. No sign-up is required, just come when you need it! Kids will enjoy a breakfast-inspired snack and a gentle, relaxed start to their day. Hope Harbor is committed to working with working families in mind. We understand how challenging it can be to find safe, reliable, and enriching childcare that fits into your schedule. As locals, we’re here to support island life and make mornings a little easier for everyone.
Supper Club
Monday-Friday | 4:00pm-5:30pm
An after-school care option designed to support busy families! Available on a drop-in basis, children will enjoy a healthy, snack-style supper and unwind with relaxed, engaging activities in a safe, nurturing environment. No need to sign up in advance, just come when you need us. We know how unpredictable island life and work schedules can be, and we’re here to offer flexible, local support that works for your family.
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Tuition
We’re proud to be a beacon of early learning excellence on San Juan Island, and the only program offering full-week, full-day, year-round childcare.
Tuition is billed monthly and is based on your child’s age and attendance schedule. Our Full Day Program runs from 9:00–4:00, with Half Day drop-off and pick-up at 12:30. Breakfast Club is available from 7:30–9:00, and Supper Club runs from 4:00–5:30.
Now Enrolling Children
birth - 7 Years Old!
Come Visit Our Harbor
Hope Harbor Children’s Center at the Soup
300 Marguerite Place South
Friday Harbor, WA, 98250
Hours
Monday–Friday
7:30am - 5:30pm
Phone
360-378-6365
Email
questions@hopeharborchildrenscenter.com