Toddler Care · Spokane, WA

Toddler daycare in Spokane for busy 1- and 2-year-olds.

Ascend To The Heights offers full-day toddler care in Spokane for children 12 months to 2½, with part-time options. Two age-based rooms, Washington’s 1:7 ratio, morning gym time, healthy meals made on site and daily updates through the Teaching Strategies app.

Call (509) 327-3311

AGES 12 MONTHS TO 2½

TWO AGE-BASED ROOMS

1 TEACHER FOR EVERY 7 KIDS

GYM & PLAYGROUND EVERY DAY

DAILY UPDATES & PHOTOS

WORKING CONNECTIONS ACCEPTED

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Our toddler rooms

Two toddler rooms built for each stage

Babies move up from our infant room at 12 months. Each child moves on to Preschool 1 when parents, teachers and our manager agree they’re ready.

12–18 months

Toddler 1

New walkers and early talkers explore, play and build language, with up to 14 kids and two teachers.

18 months–2½

Toddler 2

Older kids gain independence, start potty training with parents and get ready for Preschool 1.

Fenced outdoor playground where toddlers play every afternoon at Ascend To The Heights in Spokane

Now enrolling

Toddler care in Spokane, no waitlist.

Unlike infant care, our toddler rooms don’t usually have a waitlist, so your 1- or 2-year-old can often start soon after your tour and enrollment forms are done.

FULL DAY, 6 AM–6 PM

PART-TIME OPTIONS

WORKING CONNECTIONS ACCEPTED

MILITARY FEE ASSISTANCE ACCEPTED

What makes our toddler rooms different

Our long-time teachers use The Creative Curriculum® and track each child’s growth with Teaching Strategies GOLD®.

Sign language

Simple signs help little ones communicate before they have the words.

Potty training together

Potty training starts in Toddler 2, in step with what you’re doing at home.

Biting policy

A clear biting policy, with teachers who step in quickly and keep parents informed.

Gym & playground

Gym time every morning and playground time every afternoon.

Daily updates

Meals, naps, diapers and photos shared through the Teaching Strategies app.

Allergy-aware meals

Meals made on site with whole milk, and never foods your child reacts to.

Daily schedule

A typical day in our Spokane toddler rooms

Little ones thrive on routine. Here’s how a full day flows.

Arrival

Drop off from 6:00 AM with secure Procare check-in, then free play as friends arrive.

Gym time

Morning gym time to run, climb and burn off energy.

Circle & activities

Songs, stories, sign language and hands-on Creative Curriculum activities.

Lunch

A healthy lunch made on site, with whole milk.

Nap time

Nap from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, with blankets provided.

Playground & pickup

Afternoon playground time and snack, with pickup by 6:00 PM.

At a glance

Spokane Toddler Care at a Glance

The essentials Spokane parents ask about our program. Questions? Call (509) 327-3311.

Ages	12 months to 2½ years
Rooms	Toddler 1 (12–18 months) · Toddler 2 (18 months–2½)
Room size & ratio	Up to 14 kids per room, with 1 teacher for every 7, following Washington’s licensing rules
Schedule	Full day, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM · Part-time options
Naps	11:30 AM–2:30 PM on cots, blankets provided
Meals	Meals and snacks made on site, with whole milk · USDA CACFP
Curriculum	The Creative Curriculum® · Teaching Strategies GOLD®
Parent updates	Meals, naps, diapers and photos through the Teaching Strategies app
What to bring	Diapers and spare clothes
Financial help	Working Connections Child Care · Military fee assistance through Child Care Aware of America
Licensing	Washington State DCYF · Early Achievers Level 4

Now Enrolling Ages 12 Months–2½

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Reviews

What Spokane families say about Ascend

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   Jordyn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Flower is an absolutely amazing person. She truly cares about what she does and it is amazing to see.
  
 
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   Doug Glendenning 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really enjoy this daycare and so does my daughter. The staff are friendly, the director is very experienced, clean facility.
  
 
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   Shane Spencer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hi my name is Shane I'm a single dad of 3 girls and I used this daycare for about 7 years when my girls went in I was reluctant but the first week they went they started behaving better at home fr. I kept my kids enrolled because this isn't just a day care it's a community that really cares about your kid and your family fr every holiday is celebrated they literally help u if u need it I am a single dad took my three girls through elementary school by my self and at least half that credit should go to this daycare  they are literally life savers ty flower and family I soooo appreciate you
  
 
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   kuulei kanesalboro 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My grandson has been enrolled in the daycare and school for four years. They are well organized, extremely clean and treat each child with care and concern. We are so grateful for the love and support that they have given to us through the years. They truly have made a difference in our lives. Thank you and we look forward to returning next summer for their outstanding summer fun program.
  
 
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   Kristian 
 
 
 
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FAQ

Spokane Toddler Daycare FAQs

Do you take toddlers who bite?

Yes. Biting is a normal phase at this age. We follow a clear biting policy: teachers step in right away, care for both children and keep parents informed.

What ages are your toddler rooms?

Toddler 1 is for 12 to 18 months, and Toddler 2 is for 18 months to 2½. Babies move up from our infant room at 12 months.

Do you potty train toddlers?

Yes. Potty training starts in Toddler 2, working together with parents so the routine at home and at daycare match. Until then, just send diapers.

What time is nap time?

Nap time is 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. We provide the blankets.

Is there a waitlist for toddler care?

Our toddler rooms don’t usually have a waitlist. Call (509) 327-3311 to check openings and schedule a tour.

How much does toddler daycare cost in Spokane?

Tuition depends on your child’s schedule. Call (509) 327-3311 for current rates. We accept Working Connections Child Care and military fee assistance through Child Care Aware of America.

Schedule a tour

Tour our Spokane toddler rooms

See both rooms and our gym, meet the teachers and get your questions answered. We usually have openings, so your child can often start soon.

Ascend To The Heights Child Development
116 W Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99205 (entrance on Normandie)
Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM

Ready to enroll? Complete our enrollment forms online, or see our 2026 closure dates.

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