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Child Care Centers in Portland, OR are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 249 listed child care centers

NORTHEAST COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

After initially having a nanny-share setup, I started sending my 18 month-month old to NCCDC this past spring. The experience has been...

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Russell Montessori E.S. LLC

We feel very fortunate to have found Russell Montessori. Yubi is professional, responsive, caring, and passionate about early childhood...

- Nicole L

Lupine Mountain School

I am very excited for my daughter to start Lupine Mountain Schools fun interactive program this Jan.

- Jolene J.

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NORTHEAST COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

1624 NE HANCOCK ST PORTLAND, OR

5.0(9)

State license verified

starting at
$2005/mo
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Preschool
+ 2 more
We are a small non-profit school that is focused on community and high quality care for children ages 12 months to 5 years old. We are open 7:30 to 5:30 Monday- Friday year round. We provide low child to teacher ratios to ensure children's needs are met and they have plenty of attention and care from the staff. We use a child...

Care Member says "After initially having a nanny-share setup, I started sending my 18 month-month old to NCCDC this past spring. The experience has been really positive,...

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Russell Montessori E.S. LLC

12634 NE Russell St Portland, OR

5.0(3)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Child care
Welcome Russell Montessori Educational Services in Portland, Oregon is based on the philosophy of Maria Montessori. As educators we understand that your child safety and education is parents number one priority. Our focus is creating a carefully prepared environment that meet every child needs as an individual .We encourage...

Nicole L says "We feel very fortunate to have found Russell Montessori. Yubi is professional, responsive, caring, and passionate about early childhood education. We...

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Lupine Mountain School

4536 NE 116th Ave. Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Child care
Lupine Mountain School's early learning program integrates art, nature, movement, and music. Each day is interactive and fun with a consistent schedule woven throughout. On a typical day, students practice their letters, learn sign language, play games outside, learn music theory (disguised as games), cook, and listen to...

Jolene J. says "I am very excited for my daughter to start Lupine Mountain Schools fun interactive program this Jan."

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Trina's Learning Center

849 NE Sumner Portland, OR

4.0(1)

State license verified

Trina P. says "I have used the daycare provider, and was very pleased with the cleanliness of the facility, as well, as the overall care that they provided for my...

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Pea Pod

5441 SE Belmont Street Portland, OR

5.0(2)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
We are a non-profit that runs a family cooperative playschool program for children 18 months to 3.5 years old. Our mission is to empower families with resources, such as parenting workshops and social opportunities, and to build community among our participating families. Our playschool focuses on social and emotional skill...

Nathan F. says "This was a huge blessing for our family. Not only is it affordable, but we've learned so much with our 3 yr old from the other parents."

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Growing Green Panda Child Care Center

10339 NE Prescott Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Serving age six weeks to ten years of age before and after-school programs. We are open 6:30 am to 10:00 pm Monday thru Friday Saturday Care 7:00 am to 5:00 pm with enhanced Spanish for preschool.

Michelle S says "Very nice center excellent teachers. They are very good with children ."

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Kozy Kids Enrichment Center, LLC

15715 NW Central Drive Ste. A1 Portland, OR

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
Reggio-Inspired Organic-Fueled Nature-Driven Community-Minded We are a play based child care center. Where the child is respected, listened to and given many opportunities to investigate, create, explore and discover their passions. We incorporate all the learning domains during play: physical, social emotional, and...

Elizabeth H. says "As a former employee I can truthfully say that choosing Kozy Kids for your child's care is one of the best decisions you will ever make. From the...

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Kids Academy, LLC

800 NW 107th Ave Portland, OR

4.5(2)
Preschool
Child care
At Kids Academy, llc our mission is to strive to provide the best nurturing educational opportunity for each child's unique learning style. We pride ourselves on our outstanding staff and their dedication to helping us achieve the most wholesome and caring education environment.

Alayna B. says "Loving kids academy. Teachers are experienced and have been there for a while. Super patient with my child. He loves coming everyday!"

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Sonbeam Day Care is a not-for-profit childcare program with preschool provided for all children enrolled. The Center was started by Temple Baptist Church twenty years ago to provide care for the many children represented by the employees in the Lloyd Center community. However, many families from outside this area have realized...

Nikki B. says "Sonbeam helped me raise my kids. I could have not survived without them. The teachers were kind, creative and felt like family. They taught my kids...

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Helping Hands Family Daycare & Preschool Inc

8250 N Wabash Ave Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Child care
Helping Hands Family Daycare & Preschool Inc is an establishment situated in Portland, OR that provides services for the students in the community. This child care organization accepts children ranging from the ages of 0 to 6 years old. This child care center started operating in the year 2010 and can accommodate a total of up...

Katelyn B. says "Caring and supportive staff. I cannot say enough positive things about this daycare. I feel confident that I am leaving my child with people who...

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Daddy Daycare

7025 Ne 29th Ave Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Child care
Daddy Daycare is a certified provider offering child care services designed for young children. Located in Portland, Oregon, Daddy Daycare accepts children who are one to 12 years old. The facility operates Mondays through Fridays, and they also provide early morning care and extended hours until 6:00 in the evening.
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Discovery Gardens Childcare

8418 N Brandon St. Portland, OR

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Child care
As a community based education program, Discovery Gardens pledges to provide a safe, diverse, enthusiastic & inclusive learning environment, where the number one focus is meeting the individual needs of each child, while providing support for our families. Discovery Gardens believes that a child is capable and competent at...

Ken B says "My daughter has going to Discovery Gardens for several years, starting as an infant and now as a preschooler. It's clear that the staff and teachers put a...

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Angel Loft Preschool

11825 Ne Fremont St Portland, OR

5.0(2)
Preschool
Child care
Angel Loft Preschool is a childcare and early education provider located at 11825 Ne Fremont Street, Portland, Oregon. It offers full-time or part-time care, before and after-school care and preschool program in a fun and safe environment. The school caters to infants to school-aged children, providing them care and education...

Care Member says "All five of my kids have gone to Angel Loft Preschool Starting with my oldest daughter 22 years ago till just last month our baby girl graduated. We...

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Peninsula Children'sCenter

4720 N. Maryland Avenue Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care

Rebecca B. says "My daughter is in the Toddler room here, and I absolutely love this center. The directors and teachers are amazing, and very hands on with the kids. They...

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Smiling Faces Day Care

5523 Ne 27th Ave Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Child care

Dallas says "When we moved to Portland our children went to Smiling Faces Day Care. The staff was wonderful with my kiddo's! The kids cosider Mrs DeDe and Mrs Kecia...

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Amanecer Academy

15931 NW Wismer Drive Portland, OR

State license verified

Amanecer Academy is a 100% Spanish Immersion Childcare Center on Bethany for children from 24 months to Kindergarten age. We are currently accepting applications and will be opening our doors August 15th 2018. Children who go to Amanecer Academy will take advantage of the benefits of bilingualism. Based on current research...
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Paper Crane Learning Center

9316 SE Salmon Ct. Portland, OR

We are a licensed in-home childcare run by an certified teacher with a master's degree in early childhood and special education and nine years of teaching experience. We specialize in flexible, drop-in childcare catering to your schedule. Not everyone needs a full time day care setting and the expense that comes with it. Yet...
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KIDS INCORPORATED LEARNING CENTER

840 NE 181ST AVE PORTLAND, OR

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Why sacrifice either quality OR affordability when you can have both? Located off of 181st between Glisan and Halsey St., this central location provides convenience for many different areas. Our facility has multiple different gated play areas featuring grass, bark chips, asphalt and a large play structure. This center has a...
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BKids Daycare + Preschool

15670 NW CENTRAL DR PORTLAND, OR

State license verified

starting at
$2200/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
BKids by Bethany Athletic Club is a childcare center dedicated to providing high-quality educational and community-focused care for children aged 6-weeks to Pre-K. We are committed to cultivating a fun, safe, clean, and enriching environment for children to learn, laugh, and grow! This passion allows our kids to be happy and...
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Little Feet Big Steps

14545 NE Knott Court Portland, OR

Little Feet Big Steps is a home based childcare located in NE Portland near the Elementary school. We are in one of the safest neighborhoods in the Portland area and live within a quiet cul-de-sac that allows for a great big yard in the back for play and discovery. Although, we are a home-based center, we act a lot like...
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Child care centers near you in Portland, OR provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Portland, OR have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Portland, OR. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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