Child Daycare & PreschoolsLacey, WA

Mini Skool Early Lrn Ctr

4.8(20 reviews)

About

Mini Skool Early Lrn Ctr is a child daycare & preschools daycare located at 4110 Sixth Ave Ne, Lacey, Washington WA. Find contact info, location details, and similar daycares nearby.

What Parents Say

Parents consistently praise Mini Skool Early Learning Center (also referred to as Cadence Academy) for exceptional staff care, child development, and safe learning environment. Children reportedly transition well, enjoy attending daily, and thrive academically and emotionally. Parents appreciate strong communication, engaging activities, outdoor time, and healthy meals.

Caring and attentive staffsafe environmentchild engagement and learningpositive transitions and emotional growthexcellent parent communicationhealthy mealsoutdoor activitiesindividual attention to children's needsstrong leadershipage-appropriate programming

Recent Reviews

Edited a month ago

We have been attending this daycare for more than a couple of months now, and I truly can’t say enough good things about it. It took my son a little while to warm up, but once he did, he completely fell in love with it. He never cries at drop-off and is always so happy when I pick him up—some days he doesn’t even want to leave. The kids are constantly engaged in fun, meaningful activities and get plenty of time outside, which I really appreciate. Big shout out to the teachers in toddler 2!! Mrs.gwen and mrs.julia The staff here are absolutely amazing. As a parent, I was very nervous about enrolling my son in a new daycare due to a traumatic experience we had at his previous one, so finding a place where he feels safe, comfortable, and genuinely happy means everything to me. Because of how positive our experience has been, I also enrolled my daughter when she was just about 2 months old. Even in the infant class, they are doing hands-on activities using their hands and feet, and she is learning and developing so quickly. Seeing both of my children thrive here makes me incredibly emotional and grateful. I truly couldn’t have asked for a better daycare for my kids. Thank you to the infant teachers mrs.rush and mrs.jessica And all the other teachers I haven’t met yet, you all are awesome!!

2 months ago

I went to tour this daycare today and thought this was going to be a good visit. I left baffled! I was touring the one's and two's rooms. It was nap time and the lights are on, cots , out and children are still eating. I asked if they dim the lights for the kids to transition to nap and was told by Morgan they don't as regulations do not allow them. There is no lullaby's playing or any indication for the kids to transition to nap time. I witnessed Gwen pulling a little boy by the leg onto a cot and I stopped to ask if her doing that was normal and let Morgan know I did not think that was appropriate. I then witnessed Gwen pull the child's legs again to put him on the cot and she visably got frustrated and pulled the child up and flipped him into her arms very aggressively. I then watched her pull another child by the arm to keep him on a cot and kick the surround cot the child was grabbing away. I stated to Morgan her behavior was unnecessary and very aggressive. Gwen was visably irritated the children would not lay down, and we would not be interested in coming to this daycare. Gwen stated she knew these teachers were good teachers and nap time was a bit of a struggle. So not only are they allowing these children to be treated like this, the director is aware and not addressing the behavior. I was so baffled by the response I walked out and let Morgan know I would be reporting the center and teacher. I do work for DSHS and am a court mandated reporter. I also want to warn parents to check in and be aware of how people are handling your children when you are not watching. This was inappropriate and sad to see. Cadence Academy you should be ashamed this is going on! Your job is to nuture and protect.

2 months ago

I wanted to take a moment to share my complete admiration for this center and the beautiful group of people who make it phenomenal! Their programs have wonderful educators who strive to provide exceptional care for the children in their rooms. As a coach I have witnessed so many beautiful interactions, dedication, engagement, and integrity. Thank you for being a wonderful team, and doing your part in making sure the children in our community are well cared for, loved, and supported!

6 months ago

From the moment we walked through the doors, we knew we had found something special. The entire staff is nothing short of wonderful—genuinely caring, patient, and deeply invested in each child’s happiness and growth. They’ve created a space where our daughter feels safe, loved, and truly at home. It’s not just a daycare—it’s her home away from home. She lights up every morning when we arrive, and we see how much she’s learning, growing, and thriving each day. The communication from the team is excellent, and we always feel in the loop and supported as parents. We couldn’t be happier with our decision to bring her here. Knowing she’s in such good hands gives us peace of mind every single day. Thank you, Cadence Academy, for all that you do—you’ve become such an important part of our family’s life.

Edited 2 years ago

My 2 grandkids go here and they love going. The teachers are caring and attentive to all the kids. The safety check in\out is peace of mind. The meals and snacks are healthy and the kids actually like them 😉. Thank you to all the staff for making the environment fun and safe. They learn so much. ❤️

Frequently asked questions

Mini Skool Early Lrn Ctr is a child daycare & preschools childcare facility located in Lacey, Washington. The facility has a capacity of 128 children.
Mini Skool Early Lrn Ctr has a Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 20 parent reviews. Read the full reviews on this page to see what parents appreciate about this facility and any areas for improvement.
To enroll your child at Mini Skool Early Lrn Ctr, contact the facility directly to inquire about availability, schedule a tour, and learn about their enrollment process. Be prepared to provide your child's age, any special needs or allergies, and your preferred schedule. Many facilities have waitlists, so it's best to inquire early.
You can verify the licensing status of Mini Skool Early Lrn Ctr through Washington's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities in Washington must meet state standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios.

Contact Information

Address
4110 Sixth Ave Ne, Lacey, Washington 98516
County
THURSTON

Details

Daycare Type
Child Daycare & Preschools
Capacity
128 children
Status
OPEN
Coordinates
47.05452, -122.833

Quality Rating

Early Achievers

Level 3 out of 5

Level 3

This rating is part of the state's Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). Trained evaluators assess staff qualifications, learning environment, curriculum, and family engagement — standards that go beyond basic licensing requirements.

What do the levels mean?

Level 1: Meets basic licensing standards.

Level 2: Exceeds licensing with some quality improvements in place.

Level 3: Demonstrates strong practices in curriculum and staff development.

Level 4: High quality across most assessed areas.

Level 5: Highest quality — excels in all areas of assessment.