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Recent preschool reviews in Lake Oswego, OR
Amazing Minds Child Development Center and Preschool
5.0
Excellent childcare conveniently located!
My child loved it there.
- Martyn
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
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
Blue Skies and Butterflies
5.0
Love this center. My son has been coming here since he was 5.5 months old & he'll be two this upcoming November. Such a fun & creative place. Love the staff.
- Brittany G
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...
Touchstone Learning Center provides a high quality, healthy, nurturing, fun, and educational environment. The center provides early stimulating care and educational experiences promoting each child’s social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Their goal is to support children’s desire to...
Amazing Minds Child Development Center and Preschool is a Certified Family Child Care program for ages 3-12 years. Established in 2008 we offer preschool and after school programs. Open 6:30 AM to 6:00 pm.
We offer transportation to Kinnaman school, Aloha Huber Park and Errol Hassel.
Enroll your...
5.0
"Excellent childcare conveniently located!
My child loved it there."
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
"What an amazing place! My kids love being with Andrea and learning in the playroom. You can drop your kids off and know she will care for them and lead them in the right direction, they are in safe hands. Our experience is always memorable and warm. My kids love...
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."
Blue Skies and Butterflies is a different kind of center, much different than the big corporate centers you typically see in our area. We have a beautiful campus with large mature trees and a lot of green grass for the children to play and experience nature.
We have several large outside play...
5.0
"Love this center. My son has been coming here since he was 5.5 months old & he'll be two this upcoming November. Such a fun & creative place. Love the staff."
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...
Stepping Stones Academy
The Heart of Play-Based Learning
We opened our doors in August of 2014 and blew up with enrollment due to the parents and families getting excited about what we do here in our child care program and absolutely loving it! Right now for the new year, we will have two rare...
5.0
"This Family Child Care Preschool does something different from what other programs do, its amazing and works! It is all about the child in this environment!"
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...
Aloha Mama's Childcare has openings:
Providing quality care with much love and aloha in a safe, clean, nurturing environment.
* Experienced Licensed Family Home Childcare
* Accepting 24 mos to 12 yrs old
* Hours: 7am to 6pm, Mon-Fri
* Affordable Rates|Payment Options Available
* Accepts ERDC/DHS...
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...
As a cooperative, Metzger Community Preschool emphasizes family involvement. The school is operated by a professional teacher with parents as assistant teachers. Parents have the opportunity to increase their knowledge and parenting skills by working with the children in specific learning and play...
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...
Koru Kids Preschool is a state recorded nature and play-based program inspired by the Waldorf, Montessori, and Reggio teaching philosophies. The program is for fully potty trained 3-5 year olds and will focus on learning through our surroundings with gentle teacher guidance. We will be outside for...
Safari Sam's is a fun and active child care program for children ages 5 through 12 years of age. During the school year we offer before and after school care to children that attend school in Sherwood. On Sherwood School District non-school days we offer care for the full day from 6:15am-6pm. We...
At Maggie's Happy Hearts Preschool and Childcare, we strive to provide a clean, safe and educational environment for young children and their families. Within our care, children develop skills that promote physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth. We believe in being supportive of our...
Raindrop Playmates is dedicated to child directed learning in a play based environment.
As such, we value what a child brings into the classroom in terms of their home culture, traditions and language. We are the first and only preschool in Oregon to offer instruction in both English and Korean....
Established in 2019, Brighter Days Childcare is licensed in Oregon as a registered family care provider. We offer full and part time quality care for children 6 weeks to 12 years. Conveniently located in the Beaverton/Aloha area and on a school bus route we offer before & after school care for...
I am a registered child care provider in Oregon City, OR and have been providing childcare out of my home for over 20 years. I also provide transportation to a couple grade schools and preschools that are near my home! My hours are 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. I look forward to hearing from you!
Small World Learning Center offers childcare services for infants through school-aged children. Age-appropriate classes provide opportunities for art, music, sensory experiences, and free play. Letters, shapes, writing, and counting are explored in the preschool and pre-kindergarten classes....
NWCA's Early Education Program immerses our youngest students in Chinese language and culture through music, art, games, songs, stories and play. Children participate in active, hands-on learning in Chinese through experiences that are developmentally appropriate for young learners. In addition, our...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Lake Oswego, OR
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Lake Oswego, OR?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Lake Oswego, 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 Lake Oswego, OR for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Lake Oswego, OR?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Lake Oswego, 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 Lake Oswego, OR.
How can I find a preschool near me in Lake Oswego, OR?
When looking for a preschool near you in Lake Oswego, 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 Lake Oswego, OR who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Lake Oswego, OR preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Preschools in Lake Oswego, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.