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We have 60 pre-k schools in Portland, OR! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Pre-K Schools in Portland, OR are rated 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Lupine Mountain School

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

- Jolene J.

Kozy Kids Enrichment Center, LLC

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....

- Elizabeth H.

Sonbeam Day Care Center

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

- Nikki B.

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Lupine Mountain School

4536 NE 116th Ave. Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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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BKids Daycare + Preschool

15670 NW Central Dr PORTLAND, OR

State license verified

starting at
$2200/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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Touchstone School (Tigard)

7090 SW Fir Loop PORTLAND, OR

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...
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Cadence Academy Preschool

6109 Southeast Milwaukie Avenue PORTLAND, OR

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.
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Little Scholars Academy

244 SW Dakota St. Portland, OR

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
Welcome to Little Scholars Academy! Our Preschool is for ages 2-3.5yrs and our Pre-K location is for ages 3-6yrs. At both of our SW Portland schools you will find a nurturing educational environment where each child's individual talents, learning style and personality are welcomed by our passionate and dedicated...
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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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Moonstone Family Services

740 SE 128th Ave Portland, OR

1.0(1)
MoonStone Family Services was founded with an enthusiastic spirit and a lofty objective; to serve Portland families of any stripe, creed, religion and size with quality progressive nanny services, lifetime doula resources and positive parenting classes. By utilizing our care network of teachers, parents, and day cares, we offer...
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Today's Little Scholars Child care

100 N. Killingsworth St Portland, OR

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Today's Little Scholars Childcare is dedicated to providing high quality care and educational activities for children ages 3 to 5. We offer an age appropriate curriculum by licensed staff that was developed to strengthen your child's skills and prepare them for school. Your family will benefit from, *Competitive Rates *Child...
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Pioneer Preschool

12420 NE Halsey Street Portland, OR

Reggio emilia
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
+ 1 more
Why Choose Pioneer Pre-school? Preschool Promise Provider: We're proud to be part of a program that supports families' access to high-quality preschool, ensuring your child gets the best start in life. Qualified and Caring Staff: Our team of educators is dedicated to creating a warm, inclusive...
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Lovejoy Montessori School

12070 NW Lovejoy Street Portland, OR

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Lovejoy Montessori School is a Certified Family Child Care Home, Licensed by the State of Oregon, located in NW Portland (Cedar Mill) area. Lovejoy Montessori offers a three-year primary program for children ages 2.5 to 6 years. The program carries children through their kindergarten year, preparing them for first grade as...
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FRANCISCAN MONTESSORI EARTH SCHOOL

14750 Se Clinton St Portland, OR

State license verified

Montessori
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Franciscan Montessori Earth School has been on the leading edge of Montessori education since 1977. We are the only accredited pre-K through grade 8 Catholic Montessori school in the nation. We serve children ages 2 to 14 from the greater Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA area.
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Club K After School Zone

10220 SW Nimbus Suite K7 Portland, OR

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Club K After School Zone offers a fresh perspective on extended day programming and it shows in everything we do! We understand the unique needs of school aged children and youth and also recognize the needs of working families. Club K provides an interactive, stimulating, and nurturing environment on site at your child's school...
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Sister Fresh Design & Sew

1706 NW Glisan St. Portland, OR

Join us for Design & Sew camps and classes where kids 6 - 15 will learn about fabric selection, measuring, cutting and sewing their own fashion designs. Camps and classes include various fashion projects: pajama pants, leggings, tunics, dresses, emoji pillows, and fabric accessories. Instruction by Erin Keys, designer of the...
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ISMA'S LEARNING CENTER PRESCHOOL

14294 SW Windsong Ct Portland, OR

State license verified

We help children ages 3-5 get ready for kindergarten, make friends and have fun with the social-emotional curriculum. Your child will learn all the fundamentals of social and life skills he needs to enhance his academic smoothly and english.
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Growing Seeds Irvington

2808 NE MLK JR BLVD Portland, OR

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Our mission is providing families, children and staff a learning community in which all participants develop through a spiral dance of observation, inquiry, reflection and documentation. We create an intentional environment where each participant is respected as a responsible contributing member in our community. We see the...
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Kozy Kids Enrichment Center, LLC

15715 NW Central Drive Ste. A1 Portland, OR

5.0(1)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
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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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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Discovery Gardens Childcare

8418 N Brandon St. Portland, OR

5.0(1)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
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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Mini Explorers Childcare

3200 SW Dolph CT 4 Portland, OR

I am an experienced Child Care provider, having been employed in this field for 9 years with multiple training's and education in early childhood education, preschool arts, positive behavior support, music and creative movement, literacy programming for toddlers and preschoolers, Kindergarten readiness and special needs. I have...
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Kids Academy Pdx

800 Nw 107th Ave Portland, OR

State license verified

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
+ 2 more
Kid's Academy is one of the oldest locally-owned child care facilities in the Cedar Mill Community. Founded in 1998, we have thrived on word of mouth and referral based business for over 20 years. Our approach is simple: Let children come as they are, be who they are and encourage them every step of the way. We tailor our...

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Portland, OR

Pre-k programs in Portland, OR offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Portland, OR, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Portland, OR typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Portland, OR programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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