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Recent preschool reviews in Happy Valley, OR
Growing Green Panda Child Care Center
5.0
Very nice center excellent teachers. They are very good with children .
- Michelle S
Scribbles Preschool
5.0
My son started going to Scribbles about 3/4 of the way through the school year last year when he was 4, and returned and attended the full year this past year. I could not be happier with our experience with the school. The teachers, the curriculum, the communication were all above expectation. The...
- Sarah B
Ely's Preschool & Child Care
5.0
Highly Recommend. Love how much my kids love her and her husband. On days off my kids still ask to go over, love that and brings comfort. How active she is with the kids is very important to me. Teaching my kids a second language is important as well and Ely provides that for us.
- Cristian A
Angel Loft Preschool
5.0
Hi this is Terri from Angel Loft Preschool. Our buissness has been going for almost 36 years not 6 :)
- Terri
Kathy's Kids Child Care
5.0
My son has been with Kathy from age 3 months and is still there at age 4 . He's learning not only letters and numbers but how to treat people with kindness and manners . Most important when I leave my son I know he's in a safe place getting lots of love and 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.
5.0
"Very nice center excellent teachers. They are very good with children ."
Scribbles Preschool is an educational preschool program for children ages 3-5 years old. We offer multiple class options at very affordable prices. Please note that we are not a full time daycare. We offer a warm, comfortable family environment that both children and parents love. Visit our...
5.0
"My son started going to Scribbles about 3/4 of the way through the school year last year when he was 4, and returned and attended the full year this past year. I could not be happier with our experience with the school. The teachers, the curriculum, the...
We are now taking registration for fall preschool classesin Spanish.. We offer programs that involve engaging children in interactive play, asking questions, sharing ideas, and listening. The goal of our learning services is to ensure your child receives personal attention, plenty of support, and...
5.0
"Highly Recommend. Love how much my kids love her and her husband. On days off my kids still ask to go over, love that and brings comfort. How active she is with the kids is very important to me. Teaching my kids a second language is important as well and Ely...
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,...
5.0
"Hi this is Terri from Angel Loft Preschool. Our buissness has been going for almost 36 years not 6 :)"
Full-Time and Part-Time Child Care & Preschool
Kathy's Kids offers friendly child care & preschool with daily routines, activities, healthy meals, and a wonderful environment! Walking distance to neighborhood park. Children are able to enjoy getting outside and playing at the playground! Kathy's...
5.0
"My son has been with Kathy from age 3 months and is still there at age 4 . He's learning not only letters and numbers but how to treat people with kindness and manners . Most important when I leave my son I know he's in a safe place getting lots of love and 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...
5.0
"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 genuinely care for her. That feeling of security is priceless."
The mission of the Portland School of Experiential Education (pdXed) is to offer an experience-based, process-oriented, individualized, engaging and developmentally appropriate approach to learning within a small, nurturing, multi-age, progressive learning community. We value the development of...
5.0
"My daughter has gone to this school for a year now. Best pre-school ever!!!!! My son went to another preschool, it does not even compare. Wonderful staff, great veggie food that the kids love, beautiful space, great hours. My daughter LOVES it there. We could...
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...
5.0
"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 kindness, manners and all the foundations they needed to start school and be successful. I am so thankful for them,...
"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 all how my daughters name(even teachers of other classes!) and I can tell she would be comfortable with any of...
The Sprout Academy Preschool in Portland, OR is a school-year long educational preschool program at Southwest Community Center. The school uses Children Learn Through Play teaching philosophy with hands-on lessons focusing on children's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language...
Shannon's Child Care and Preschool aims to provide quality childcare and education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. It provides activities where children can develop academically and socially. It offers Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness Program. Additionally, it offers before and...
Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...
Chrysalis Pre-School located in Portland OR is an education provider that offers an environment where playing and learning meets. The school provides activities that allow each child to be independent and learn at his or her own pace. The school also offers programs that foster mental, emotional and...
Tulip Tree Preschool, LLC located in Portland, OR is a state-certified Reggio-inspired preschool program that specializes in children ages twelve months to five years old. The school features a play-based curriculum that allows children to experiment with their thoughts and ideas in various ways.
The Sellwood Bilingual School, Portland, OR, offers a Spanish Immersion curriculum. They provide programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarten students. They offer a Spanish, extensive program and other various activities that help in the core development of each child. They operate...
The Petunia Preschool provides a childcare program in Portland, Oregon. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination using a Reggio Emilia-inspired...
Sunshine Daycare School located in Portland OR is a childcare and learning center that offers a nurturing environment for children. It provides developmentally appropriate programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and elementary age children. The center offers enrichment programs that foster...
Learning Avenue Child Care Center is a childcare provider that offers a nurturing environment to children under its care. It offers after school programs and daycare services to the community of Vancouver Washington. The center provides developmentally appropriate activities for infants, toddlers,...
Beeloved Day Care offers childcare and preschool programs to the community of Gladstone, OR. The center gently guides the child’s first steps away from home and provide them with skills they will need to succeed in their years of elementary school and beyond.
The Oak Grove Day Care & Preschool is a child care facility and education provider located at 1900 Se Oak Grove Boulevard, Portland, Oregon. The school provides age-appropriate curriculum that promote academic and social skills, developing the whole child. Oak Grove Day Care & Preschool serves...
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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.