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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
Discovery Gardens Childcare
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. She also has a lot of fun... I can...
- Ken B
Kozy Kids Enrichment Center, LLC
5.0
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 physical environment, to the teachers, and even to the food served to the children everything about this school is amazing.
The school itself is...
- Elizabeth T
Nana's Place - Helene Miller
5.0
Helene cared for our son for our 4 month old son, he reached many milestones in her care and we are so grateful to her. We couldn't ask for a better care situation for our son. Helene cared for our son like he was her own. He was excited to be dropped off and was happy when I picked him up. She...
- Lori S
Lupine Mountain School
5.0
I am very excited for my daughter to start Lupine Mountain Schools fun interactive program this Jan.
- Jolene J
Preschools in Portland, OR
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
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
5.0
(1)
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,...
5.0
"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 physical environment, to the teachers, and even to the food served to the children everything about this school is...
Elizabeth T
5.0
(2)
Child care in my home. I am located in the Sunset/Bethany area. I am minutes from the freeway, Nike and Intel. I have five grown children and 13 grandchildren - obviously I love children. By bringing your children to me, I save you Nanny Taxes.
I provide a gentle, safe, nurturing, loving...
5.0
"Our son (J) goes to Helene's one morning a week and love her. "She plays games with me." One day Helene was unavailable and he went to a friend's and was so glad when he couild go back to Helene.... "she is more fun". KH"
Helene M
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)
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,...
Nikki
5.0
(1)
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 ."
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)
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."
Katelyn B
5.0
(1)
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 :)"
Terri
5.0
(1)
5.0
"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...
Rebecca
4.5
(2)
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.
5.0
"Loving kids academy. Teachers are experienced and have been there for a while. Super patient with my child.
He loves coming everyday!"
Alayna
5.0
(3)
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...
Gabriella F
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The Orca Pod is a small in-house childcare. We happily spend our days together exploring the arts and nature, playing, and appreciating our community. The vision for our pod is to create a peaceful, respectful, and loving pod that grows together.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Portland, OR
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Portland, OR?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Portland, 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 Portland, OR for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Portland, OR?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Portland, 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 Portland, OR.
How can I find a preschool near me in Portland, OR?
When looking for a preschool near you in Portland, 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 Portland, OR who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Portland, OR preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Preschools in Portland, OR are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 209 listed preschools.