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Welcome to Tulalip Early Learning Academy

Excellence in Early Education

At Betty J. Taylor Early Learning Academy (BJTELA), we focus on early childhood education. Our center, which sits on 4 acres overlooking Tulalip Bay, serves children from birth to age 6. We’re thrilled to announce that we now offer kindergarten in addition to our existing preschool and Montessori classes.

BJTELA offers an Early Head Start program for children from birth to 3 years old and a preschool program for children aged 3 to 5. The preschool program includes different options, such as ECEAP and Montessori. BJTELA believes that every child should have access to quality education. Eligible students can attend school for free.

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May 15

Public Hearing Notice: Child Care Development Fund CCDF Grant FY 2026-2028

5:00 PM
TELA Conference Room
Dinner and child care will be provided
May 22

Sno-Isle Mobile Bookmobile

BJTELA Lobby

Culture and Language

BJTELA is revitalizing the Lushootseed Language and Culture by bringing our cultural way of life back to our children and families through our classroom activities and our special cultural days.

Curriculum

BJTELA not only offers a quality academic and social/emotional educational experience for children from birth to five, but also provides numerous services that support and strengthen the well-being of children and families.

At BJTELA, we do our best to ensure that children get their educational needs met academically, culturally, and socially emotionally.

Referral Services

BJTELA provides referral services to children and families including Music Therapy, Reflective Network Therapy, Speech Therapy, and we partner with Marysville School District to provide Developmental Preschool.

Our academy children and families will be engaged in the culturally rich Lushootseed language to develop strong cultural values and traditions through classroom and family engagement opportunities. Academic success will be achieved through home and school experiences in Lushootseed language, cultural values, and participation in evidence–based curriculum resulting in every child being healthy, capable, and confident in school, life, and cultural identity.

Our Services Include:

Education:
- Child centered, developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Language and literacy, math and science
- Social/emotional and problem solving skills
- Teacher–to–student ratio exceeds the minimum standards
Family Support:
- Resources and referrals
- Home visits and family events
- Leadership opportunities and adult education
Health and Nutrition:
- Developmental screenings
- Health screenings
- Personal safety curriculum
- Healthy meals