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Now enrolling · Ages 2½–6 · Bellevue, WA

Chinese & Japanese Immersion Preschool in Bellevue

APLS is an accredited Chinese immersion preschool and Japanese immersion preschool in Bellevue, WA, immersing children ages 2½–6 in Mandarin Chinese or Japanese during the years a second language comes most naturally — no prior knowledge of the language required. Through language and culture, we spark curiosity and imagination while building the social, emotional, and cognitive skills that make children school-ready.

Preschool at a glance

Ages
2½–6 years
Languages
Chinese or Japanese immersion
Hours
Half day 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.; full day 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Schedule
2–5 days per week
Student-teacher ratio
Approximately 6:1
Monthly tuition
$650–$2,050 per month
APLS preschool students participating in a Japanese language lesson

Ages 2½–6 Chinese or Japanese

What we offer

  • Full immersion in Chinese or Japanese
  • Full- and half-day programs, with before- and after-school care
  • Low child-to-teacher ratios in a safe, nurturing environment
  • Native-speaking teachers trained in early childhood education
  • Year-round enrollment, flexible scheduling, and an outdoor play area

What the day looks like

Our play-based curriculum follows school-readiness guidelines, helping children acquire a second language through literature, music, arts & crafts, and themed study. Three kinds of learning are woven through each day:

Sample curriculum

Monthly themes connect language practice with science, art, music, stories, community events, and cultural traditions. The sample curriculum includes:

MonthThemesCulture and language study
SeptemberNew school year; all about me; applesMoon Festival; school rules; greeting words; “thank you” and “sorry”; families and friends; apples and orchards
OctoberTrees and leaves; fabulous fall; plenty of pumpkinsFalling leaves; fall colors; pumpkins, scarecrows, and haystacks; Halloween and a class party
NovemberCommunity helpers; Thanksgiving; Pilgrims and Native AmericansCultural performance; firefighters, police officers, and 911; fire safety; manners and giving thanks
DecemberCelebrating the seasonChristmas and New Year traditions; stars and giving
JanuarySnow and hibernation; polar animals; the five senses; Lunar New YearSnow and ice; touch, sight, smell, taste, and hearing; Lunar New Year traditions
FebruaryValentine’s Day; healthy bodiesGroundhog Day; love and hearts; postal workers; body parts and healthy foods; Presidents’ Day
MarchWild weather; St. Patrick’s Day; forest animalsCloud watching, wind, and rain; spring; forest animals and what they eat
AprilZoo animals; love our EarthZebras and patterns; zookeepers and veterinarians; Easter; Earth Day; water and recycling
MayIn my garden; bugs and butterfliesGardens and insects; Mother’s Day; graduation and a class party
JuneSummer safetyFather’s Day and summer safety

Sample schedule

This sample shows the full-day rhythm and the separate Chinese and Japanese morning rotations. Activities and exact times may vary by class and age group.

Early care and morning welcome

TimeActivity
8:00–9:00 a.m.Center opens for early care
9:00–9:25 a.m.Greeting and free-choice play
9:25–9:35 a.m.Clean-up and toileting before class

Chinese morning groups

TimeGroup 1Group 2
9:35–10:05 a.m.Circle time and language arts
10:05–10:15 a.m.Handwashing and snack
10:20–10:50 a.m.Outdoor playMath, science, or music
10:50–11:00 a.m.Toileting and handwashingTransition to outdoor play
11:00–11:25 a.m.Math, science, or musicOutdoor play
11:25–11:55 a.m.Project and story time
11:55 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Morning ending circle and dismissal

Japanese morning group

TimeActivity
9:35–10:15 a.m.Language arts
10:15–10:30 a.m.Handwashing and snack
10:35–10:50 a.m.Math, science, or music
10:50–11:20 a.m.Outdoor play
11:20–11:30 a.m.Toileting and handwashing
11:30–11:55 a.m.Project and story time
11:55 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Morning ending circle and dismissal

Lunch, rest, and afternoon class

TimeActivity
12:05–12:45 p.m.Lunch and clean-up
12:50–2:50 p.m.Nap and quiet time for full-day students
12:45–1:00 p.m.Afternoon free-choice play
1:05–1:20 p.m.Afternoon circle time
1:20–1:40 p.m.Language arts
1:40–2:00 p.m.Math, science, or music
2:00–2:30 p.m.Language arts
2:30–3:00 p.m.Project and story time
2:50–3:00 p.m.Transition time for children waking from nap

Extended-day activities

TimeActivity
3:00–3:30 p.m.Afternoon snack for full-day students
3:30–4:20 p.m.Outdoor play
4:20–4:30 p.m.Transition to indoor activities
4:30–5:00 p.m.Learning-center time (STEM)
5:00–5:15 p.m.Late-afternoon snack
5:15–6:00 p.m.Closing activities and dismissal

Preschool tuition

Monthly tuition. Choose a half-day morning session (9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.) or a full-day program (8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.), 2 to 5 days per week.

Days per weekHalf day (AM)Full day (8am–5:30pm)
5 days$1,100$2,050
4 days$950$1,850
3 days$850$1,650
2 days$650$1,250

Registration & other fees

  • Registration fee & deposit — $200 per child (Preschool and Kindergarten & 1st Grade only). A $100 non-refundable registration fee plus a $100 deposit that holds your child's spot and is applied toward the first month's tuition. Due when the Enrollment Application Form is signed. The deposit is refundable if enrollment is cancelled.
  • Material fee — $10 per month or $100 per school year (Preschool and Kindergarten & 1st Grade only). Covers textbooks and art supplies.
  • Extended care — $18 per hour with a one-hour minimum. For After-School, supervised care and free play are available before or after language classes and on select non-class days; language-class enrollment is not required. For Preschool, Kindergarten & 1st Grade, and Summer Camp, extended care is available after 5:30 p.m. Care is available until 6:00 p.m.; Saturday School offers no extended care.
  • Optional lunch — $5.50 per lunch or $110 per month. https://greensproutsfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/September-Offline-Menu-1.pdf A prepared lunch for children who'd prefer not to bring their own — available to Preschool, Kindergarten & 1st Grade, and Summer Camp students.
  • Late pickup — $50 if a child is not picked up by 6:00 p.m. For Saturday School, the fee applies after the end of class.
  • Non-potty-trained children.$50/month for half day children and $100/month for full day children. We provide teaching assistants for toileting help. Parents supply pull-ups (no diapers), baby wipes, and plastic bags.
  • Sibling discount — 10% for Preschool, Kindergarten & 1st Grade, After-School, and Saturday School.

Forms & downloads

📄 Preschool application

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