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Melody's Munchkins
5.0
Melody's Munchkins is simply the BEST! My son absolutely adores MJ, Avery, and the rest of the teaching staff.
As a person with a background in preschool ed and also a parent of two, who has used several different childcare providers, I can genuinely say that Melody's Munchkins is one of the best...
- Tara M
Andrea's Playroom Preschool
5.0
Andrea is an amazing caregiver! She is thoughtful and mature, but encourages kids to explore like children. She has a great artistic imagination, and has a never-ending supply of projects in store for our daughters. She understands the importance of structure, but keeps it hidden behind the fun...
- Sarah P
All Hours Childcare
5.0
Very reliable and a beautiful person. Shaunna looks out for all the children. I used her services years ago in 2004 and now my granddaughter. I recommend her to anyone needing quality, honest and loving carr while your at work!
- Michelle S
Pea Pod
5.0
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.
- Nathan F
Little Poppy's Preschool
5.0
I went to preschool here when was I was little, and now my son, Eli, attends preschool here. I honestly couldn't imagine trusting anyone else with the task of looking after and teaching my son. Eli has learned so much from Annie, Kenzie, and Whitney. He has greatly benefited from their structure of...
- Natalie R
Preschools in Happy Valley, OR
5.0
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I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and have more than 20 years experience. I have a small licensed home that is certified for 16 children. I am very dependable and have never missed a day of work in 31 years of working. I keep abreast of all the new teaching methods and attend many classes...
5.0
"Melody's Munchkins is simply the BEST! My son absolutely adores MJ, Avery, and the rest of the teaching staff.
As a person with a background in preschool ed and also a parent of two, who has used several different childcare providers, I can genuinely say that...
Tara M
My Daycare/Preschool program has limited -full day openings available - 3 days, 4 days, or all 5 days pr week in a convenient large (1/3 acre) SE Portland location! Between Duke and Flavel off of 82nd ave. I offer a play based preschool program with plenty of guided free play allowing ample time for...
Little Seedlings learning center is a in home child care center. little seedlings is family run by mother and daughters. We have all worked in the childcare business for several years and finally decided to start our own. To be able to help the children learn and grow in a smaller group sizes.
Happy Valley Preschool is an early childhood education center that offers child care and education programs for young kids. The company serves the Happy Valley, Oregon community and provides infants and toddler care services and a preschool learning program. The company follows a structured...
Happy Valley Preschool & Child Care Center located in Happy Valley, OR is a child care facility that serves children between the ages of two months and six years old. The school offers developmentally appropriate programs that encourage children to exercise their individual talents and gifts.
5.0
(2)
Salutations, families!
I have space for 2-3 children to join the morning or afternoon preschool program in our home on SE Hawthorne.
About the Preschool:
My goal is to help acclimate your child slowly and comfortably to a school type environment. I offer a maximum of 4:1 student teacher...
5.0
"Andrea is an amazing caregiver! She is thoughtful and mature, but encourages kids to explore like children. She has a great artistic imagination, and has a never-ending supply of projects in store for our daughters. She understands the importance of structure,...
Sarah P
4.6
(8)
We currently have openings for ages 0 to 12 years of age. We are a licensed learning center that offers a safe and fun environment with 20 years experience. We offer preschool activities to prepare them for school years, USDA meals, outside playtime regularly, water fun in the summer and flexible...
5.0
"Very reliable and a beautiful person. Shaunna looks out for all the children. I used her services years ago in 2004 and now my granddaughter. I recommend her to anyone needing quality, honest and loving carr while your at work!"
Michelle S
5.0
(2)
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...
5.0
"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."
Nathan F
5.0
(1)
Owned and Operated by prior Oregon State Certified Child Care Provider of 41 years, who is transitioning to a private preschool for ages 2-5 years. While our head teacher has a degree in Early Childhood Education, and has worked with children for 6 years on the job. Our second teacher successfully...
5.0
"I went to preschool here when was I was little, and now my son, Eli, attends preschool here. I honestly couldn't imagine trusting anyone else with the task of looking after and teaching my son. Eli has learned so much from Annie, Kenzie, and Whitney. He has greatly...
Natalie R
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"I am very excited for my daughter to start Lupine Mountain Schools fun interactive program this Jan."
Jolene J
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 great deal of effort into keeping her safe and provide an environment that fosters creativity and learning....
Ken B
Our preschool is mixed-aged and inclusive high-fidelity Montessori program operated by experienced and professional trained staff. The tuition for the 2 1/2 through 4 year olds is affordable, and gives the children the opportunity to attend school within a publicly-funded Montessori charter school....
1.0
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At Wild Primrose Preschool, our goal is to meet children where they are at developmentally and encourage them to move forward in their own unique way. With an emphasis on social and emotional health, children are invited to connect through communication-literacy and STEM activities that are inspired...
Honey Heart Kids Yoga Micro-School offers individualized educational support to children from PreK through 3rd grades as they work to keep up with their online studies during our current pandemic. We take breaks from our online work to practice yoga, meditation, art, and group play.
Spots are now...
Thankful Blessings Childcare
16555 SE Gordon St, Portland, OR
I run a bi-lingual state registered in home day care. We offer care for children from 6 weeks to 8 year old. During the school year we offer transportation to and from school's in the area. We run summer activities, field trips and outdoor fun during the summer. We also accept DHS help and military...
Welcome to Little Scholars Academy, a special place for 2 to 6 year-olds. 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 teachers.
Since 2001...
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.
We are 5 star rated with the Oregon Quality Improvement System/SPARKS.
We care for children 6 weeks to 5 years. We have separate rooms for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We have a large well equipped fenced outside area with a separate outside play area for the infants. All of our teachers...
We are an outdoor-focused play-based preschool with three locations in SE Portland. Our Woodstock and Salmon St. schools offer half-day preschool 9am-1pm, our SE 57th St. school is open full-time, 9am-5pm. Students will experience Little Hand's outstanding nature-based curriculum including...
We are a Montessori community with locations in NE & N Portland. Our environments are beautifully prepared for children 3 months to 5 years. We believe that quality childcare and early education is a collaboration between caregiver, family, child and classroom. The children at Peace Tree School...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Happy Valley, OR
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Happy Valley, OR?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Happy Valley, OR. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Happy Valley, OR for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Happy Valley, OR?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Happy Valley, OR, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Happy Valley, OR.
How can I find a preschool near me in Happy Valley, OR?
When looking for a preschool near you in Happy Valley, OR on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Happy Valley, OR who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.