https://hoamaipreschool.org/home daily 1.0 2025-10-15 https://hoamaipreschool.org/enroll daily 0.75 2025-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/5b33af0a-48aa-4b57-8d9f-83cc7fba4eac/Hoa+Mai+SPP-24.jpg Enroll - Enroll Hoa Mai is a proud pioneer of the Seattle Preschool Program! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/f5290650-cd0e-4379-b4a3-2bae811f928a/Hoa+Mai+SPP-8.jpg Enroll - Children ages 3–4 years Preschool program Families can apply through the Seattle Preschool Program portal. Only residents of Seattle are eligible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/ed4b1eb2-ff81-4007-bdab-1ca4eae59017/enroll+3.png Enroll - Children ages 20 months–3 years Toddler program The toddler program focuses on early education to help your child play, explore, and develop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/2a55ef47-4b39-4043-bbba-e52953b71bdf/enroll+2.png Enroll - Kindergarten to grade 5 Dragon’s Den after-school program Dragon’s Den, our sister organization, offers K–5 students an after-school program at Dearborn Park International Elementary School. https://hoamaipreschool.org/curriculum daily 0.75 2025-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/a6bcea30-9f79-4659-a473-e957eab2f86b/Hoa+Mai+SPP-10.jpg Curriculum - Curriculum We offer several options to meet the individual needs of children and their families. We offer small group sizes and child to teacher ratios. This nurturing atmosphere provides individualized learning, greater attention to the children from our teaching teams, and more positive learning environments. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/1215eb79-3db0-48c4-9dfe-a3a267fa367d/curriculum+2.JPG Curriculum - Individualized learning We create an individualized development plan for every student and track their progress carefully throughout the year. Our teachers take into careful consideration each child’s unique learning style when preparing the curriculum. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/de93ff32-eef0-4016-a744-042f2cf1a9d3/curriculum+3.png Curriculum https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/cf25f815-6421-45be-897e-4225595ca28b/tempImage3cSc67.jpg Curriculum - Dual language program According to a 2007 paper by the National Council of State Supervisors, childhood bilingualism increases academic progress, narrows the opportunity gap, enriches cognitive development, and promotes cultural awareness. At Hoa Mai, we focus on the rich history, culture, and language of Vietnam and the Vietnamese community. https://hoamaipreschool.org/team daily 0.75 2026-01-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/3b2ead6a-af08-4472-b54a-b688d1f58db1/hoamaistaff.jpeg Team - Team Many of our teachers are fluent in both Vietnamese and English, and instruction is delivered in both languages to immerse students in Vietnamese culture and hone their bilingualism. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/82153d52-e9d6-4cda-8399-5cd6bf3e23f8/gloria.png Team - Gloria Hodge Center Director I’ve been in the education and early learning field for over 20 years. My experience includes work in South Korea, Southern California, and Washington. I also volunteer for the Renton School District in various capacities. During my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, watching movies, and traveling. I’m passionate about ensuring a nurturing learning environment for children at the center. I love being able to engage with students in the classroom and see children reach their goals. I look forward to working with Hoa Mai parents and community to build a solid support and foundation for our children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/deee65f3-b7d2-477d-8142-0a8f1e84e547/Screenshot+2025-09-16+at+11.25.25%E2%80%AFAM.png Team - Chi Bui Program Administrator With over a decade of experience in hospitality and as a former business partner in healthcare technology, hardware supply, and logistics sectors, I have developed strong skills in customer service, communication, and organizational leadership within fast-paced, dynamic environments, enabling me to contribute meaningfully to the Hoa Mai and Dragon’s Den community. Born and raised in Vietnam in a large family with eight siblings, where caring for others was essential, spending time with my nieces and nephews has always brought me great joy. I see the warmth and sense of family at Hoa Mai and Dragon’s Den. I’m dedicated to applying my skills to support the program missions and find great satisfaction in seeing children laugh, learn, and grow each day. It’s rewarding to see the happiness it brings to parents, knowing their children are well cared for. I’m proud to be part of a team that nurtures children and supports families everyday. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/9c37a152-a347-4248-8e9a-b05020ef1823/Screenshot+2025-09-26+at+1.43.13%E2%80%AFPM.png Team - Marquise Green Recruiting Coordinator/Admin-Assistant Hello, my name is Marquise. I am originally from eastern Washington, but have been in the Puget Sound area for 8 years. I graduated from Tacoma Community College with a degree in arts and sciences. I started out as a Classroom Facilitator at our sister site, Dragon’s Den, and am now blessed to help Hoa Mai with recruiting as well as assistance in administration. In my free time I enjoy making music, and collecting vinyl records. I love the culture at Hoa Mai and am passionate about doing what I can to help the program and our youth continue to thrive and flourish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/d2d551fc-e53f-4638-8628-5873d0f39124/mary.png Team - Mary Hendrix Water Buffalo Class Co-Lead Teacher I’ve been in the early childhood education field for 28 years. I worked at Zion Preparatory Academy for 23 years and have taught all preschool grade levels from toddlers to pre-K. I am a mother of six children and grandmother of two. Four of my children are grown and the two youngest are in middle school. I received my AAS in early childhood education from Shoreline Community College in 2008, and have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in ECE from Evergreen State College. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/a0cb50fe-e990-4b00-9492-929459a8e828/image0.jpeg Team - Nhu Tuyệt Water Buffalo Class Co-Lead Teacher My name is Nhu Tuyet. I was born and raised in Vietnam. I am currently residing with my lovely son and husband. Like plenty of others, I came and settled in Seattle to fulfill my career dream of teaching. I have a solid background working with children back in Vietnam, which helped solidify my teaching skills. I have a passion for helping children reach their goals, and most importantly, I enjoy facilitating activities with them. It is my pleasure to see the children improve and succeed each day, I am also currently pursuing a degree in early education. I look forward to engaging with parents and teachers. I hope to make positive contributions to Hoa Mai families and children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/485fe24c-ef72-411b-9666-0e6dccf25596/Image.jpeg Team - Dolly Saiyagone Water Buffalo Class Teacher-Assistant Hello, my name is Dolly. I am Lao and grew up in Laos. I have lived here in Seattle since 2009. I graduated with a background in food and fashion design. From now dating back to when I was a child, I have loved watching cartoons. This experience helps me communicate, bond, and relate with my students. Working with children is a delicate and fascinating process, which is why I am happy and excited to work at Hoa Mai. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/8b54e03d-c27e-4629-ab90-79716afef4fa/image0.jpeg Team - Melat Alemu Water Buffalo Class Teacher-Assistant My name is Melat, I was born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. I am passionate about working with children and exploring the world through their innocent and sweet words, spending many years of volunteering at local schools and an Amharic school. During my free time, I enjoy spending quality moments with my family and activities that help me recharge; such as long walks , swimming, and exercising. I am so grateful to be a part of the Hoa Mai family and to collaborate with my fellow teachers in creating a positive and enriching environment for students. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/da89b9d1-f8fa-4589-9a16-80cfa646e47d/yolanda.png Team - Yolanda Allen Cranes Class Co-Lead Teacher Originally from Texas, I relocated to Seattle and have worked in the education field for almost 20 years at Zion Preparatory Academy School. During my career, I have taught kindergarten through second grade and have worked with preschool-aged children. I have a C.D.A. and Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have a son, Robert, who graduated from the University of Washington. He worked in art administration and education here in Seattle. In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching movies and sports, and spending time with my family. I look forward to working with Hoa Mai families and the teachers and hope to make a positive impact on our students and their families. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/6f601012-fffc-4017-a4b3-c76ee4a934cb/tempImageuQsaH1.jpg Team - Lanvuong Chau Cranes Class Co-Lead Teacher Hello everyone. My name is Lan Vuong Chau, I was born and raised in Vietnam. Before moving to Seattle, I was a preschool teacher in the Thuan Nam district, Ninh Thuan province for 23 years. In 2015, I received a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Hue University. I love children very much and that is the reason why I chose this major. At the end of 2023, I came to Seattle and was lucky to work for Hoa Mai. While teaching at Hoa Mai, I try to maximize my abilities and strengths to provide knowledge to the children in the most effective and best way. In my spare time, I often cook and make flowers from velvet to beautify my classroom and home. I look forward to working with Hoa Mai families and the teachers and hope to make a positive impact on our students and their families. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/e3a30da2-8edd-4a59-a1af-26ad4ea03f89/izzah.png Team - Iz Zah Monkey Class Teacher Xin chao! I was born and raised in Vietnam. I have obtained an Associates degree from Seattle Central College. I’m actively involved in my community and recently had the opportunity to volunteer as a student teacher at Bailey Gatzert Elementary. I am blessed and excited to be part of Hoa Mai family and hope that my experience can contribute to our mission and values. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/cd70a834-972d-4dcb-8686-f1915070180e/Screenshot+2025-09-18+at+12.43.03%E2%80%AFPM.png Team - Duong Monkey Class Teacher-Assistant My name is Duong, I have been in the U.S. for over two years and lived in Seattle for one year. I am proud to live in a city that is the largest in the state. I am also happy to live in a city with famous companies like Amazon and Boeing, a state known for its evergreen slogan. Hoa Mai is a preschool I looked for and chose for my son to attend. It is fortunate and coincidental that I am now accepting work and joining the team at Hoa Mai. I am very excited about this job! I look forward to communicating, listening, and helping the children improve their Vietnamese language and learning the culture of Vietnam. Moreover, it is very special to be able to accompany my child in the early stages of life when going to school. I look forward to Hoa Mai’s team to help coach, support and assist me in accomplishing goals that wait for me ahead. Thanks to all. https://hoamaipreschool.org/faq daily 0.75 2025-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/dda833e6-3824-43d3-84e7-f7582d474090/Hoa+Mai+SPP-32.jpg FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Hoa Mai. https://hoamaipreschool.org/mission daily 0.75 2025-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/1653895630219-DWTUTSNTQQIG81HBTU87/vfa.png Mission https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/1653895662357-BSOI63OXPIY7LSSFI5RW/sound+care.png Mission https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/1653895716479-TN6LGV6N14W3OARJWGKW/artspace.jpg Mission https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/b7243c2c-c57a-4a26-b7b2-a0da4ea9129e/Hoa+Mai+SPP-26.jpg Mission - Mission We welcome and honor the whole child in their pursuit of wonder and self-discovery. We believe children learn best in authentic and trusting relationships, and our mission is to provide an environment that helps every child grow holistically while explore Vietnamese and other cultures. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/eea5df70-798a-4c14-bb67-5ea7460a2386/contact+1.png Mission Learning environments Our programs are inspired by the schools of Reggio-Emilia, Italy, where the classroom environment is seen as integral in the learning process—so much so that instructors refer to the classroom as the children’s “third teacher.” We strive to create classroom environments that are reminiscent of home—places where all families feel a strong sense of belonging and experience affirmation of their identities and cultural ways of being. We are intentional about the materials, colors, lights, shapes, lines and details that come together to create an inviting, affirming, and engaging space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/16aee551-1512-4a4d-8c1f-30b0b1d33084/mission+2.JPG Mission https://hoamaipreschool.org/facilities daily 0.75 2025-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/d674c98a-4600-4876-9b40-14c4b35d33ec/Hoa+Mai+SPP-9.jpg Facilities - Facilities We are committed to ensuring that all families in Southeast Seattle have the same opportunity to high-quality, early-learning for their children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/f4607972-f38d-4cad-bb06-09ed534ae358/facilities+2.png Facilities Outdoor Play Area Yup, we have one of these! Outdoor play is a critical piece to children’s growth and development. That’s why we have a private, outdoor play area for students. It was designed with the beauty of the natural environment in mind, and encourages children to play, explore and learn. Our play area is completely fenced off to ensure safety and privacy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/e1695d53-eff9-4e9e-b34d-f50ecb158365/facilities+3.png Facilities Community Kitchen Children learn life-long habits and develop relationships during meal times. It’s our goal to make meal times a relaxing and conversational time for children and teachers to connect and enjoy their food. We’re committed to providing fresh and healthy food. We offer; breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and a light afternoon snack for children in the full-day program. We’re happy to accommodate your child’s dietary needs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/fed578ca-eb64-463a-b9bc-9530278c0068/facilities+4.png Facilities Mt. Baker Lofts Hoa Mai is located at the newly constructed Mt. Baker Lofts. Artspace’s third project in Seattle is located adjacent to a station on the light rail line. This mixed-use development has three levels containing 57 units of affordable living/work space for artists and their families. The ground floor includes a community room and a dozen commercial spaces for non-profits and creative enterprises. https://hoamaipreschool.org/contact daily 0.75 2025-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/ccbf5d9c-6787-4cef-bc49-8300362deee9/Hoa+Mai+SPP-22.jpg Contact - Contact Get in touch to learn more about eligibility, enrollment, and Hoa Mai’s approach to learning. https://hoamaipreschool.org/support-us daily 0.75 2025-10-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/4cd332a1-3ed8-4dde-8d35-83d46b792c2e/Hoa+Mai+SPP-16.jpg Support us - Support us Donations support facilities, teachers, and student activities, and help promote cultural education in Seattle. You can donate by sending checks made out to “Hoa Mai Preschool” to: Hoa Mai Preschool 2915 Rainier Ave South Ste. #101 Seattle, WA 98144 https://hoamaipreschool.org/careers daily 0.75 2025-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/36b5ead1-f3b0-4e97-a18f-e1f490128072/Hoa+Mai+SPP-42.jpg Careers - Careers Work at Hoa Mai to learn about bilingual education and build experience working with toddlers and preschool students. https://hoamaipreschool.org/tuition daily 0.75 2025-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/4cd4aa48-1a0e-46c1-9fad-caeb939013c9/Hoa+Mai+SPP-25.jpg Tuition - Tuition Our rates are competitively priced so that all families can afford high-quality, full-time, early learning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/628e6665ae5dd30001d89070/1f90d649-9018-4cc5-bf08-2b1106fb2fce/tuition+2.png Tuition - Payment details Tuition is due no later than 4pm on the 5th of every month. Please make checks payable to “Hoa Mai Vietnamese Bilingual Preschool” and deposit them into the designated mailbox. Late fees will be applied for payments received after the 5th. We must have one month (30 days) advance notice of unenrollment from Hoa Mai. Your deposit is credited toward your last month’s tuition. We offer a sibling discount of 10% for the second child, on the rate of the child with the lowest tuition. https://hoamaipreschool.org/application daily 0.75 2022-07-11