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Recent preschool reviews in Portland, OR

KIDS INCORPORATED LEARNING CENTER

5.0

I’m am very grateful to the Kids Inc teachers and staff. As a new mother, it was a challenge to acclimate to my children being in child care. I think a lot of us share the burden of having to work full time and child care being the only choice. The Kids Inc staff has made this an extremely...

- Care member

Wild and Wonderful

5.0

I love Wild and Wonderful! Going from a staff member to a parent of a child that will be attending is so exciting. I know my child will have teachers that care about him, age appropriate activities, and will be surrounded by children that come from amazing families.

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CEDARWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL

5.0

I am new to Waldorf and I love this approach to child development and care. In pre-k and Kindergarten, the focus is on play and kindness, which results in really kind and empathetic kids!

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BKids Daycare + Preschool

5.0

My boy is enrolled to Bkids and he was one of the first kids who started Bkids from July 2024 since it's beginner month. We have already seen 3 seasons and in final season to complete an year for my little one. We have shopped around Bethany area for 6 daycares/preschool before making a decision...

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NORTHEAST COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

5.0

After initially having a nanny-share setup, I started sending my 18 month-month old to NCCDC this past spring. The experience has been really positive, and I've seen my child really blossom from a developmental perspective during that time, no doubt spurred on by the interactions with children and...

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Preschools in Portland, OR

KIDS INCORPORATED LEARNING CENTER

KIDS INCORPORATED LEARNING CENTER

840 NE 181ST AVE, PORTLAND, OR

5.0

(3)

Why sacrifice either quality OR affordability when you can have both? Located off of 181st between Glisan and Halsey St., this central location provides convenience for many different areas. Our facility has multiple different gated play areas featuring grass, bark chips, asphalt and a large play...
5.0
"They have been absolutely incredible for our family. Our 18m daughters development has climbed so much since starting at KIDS INC. Big THANKS to all the teachers and staff there. "

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Wild and Wonderful

Wild and Wonderful

4235 SE 82nd Ave, PORTLAND, OR

Starting at $1400/mo

5.0

(5)

Wild and Wonderful is a preschool devoted to providing high quality care for children ages six weeks to five years in Portland, Oregon. We see each child as undeniably special individuals and future world-changers. Our educators are highly trained to foster curiosity and creativity within young...
5.0
"I highly recommend Wild and Wonderful Preschool. They have been amazing with my son. He had separation anxiety issues when he first started and they were so supportive. They have excellent communication, and I receive pictures and updates throughout the day. The...

natalie S.


CEDARWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL

CEDARWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL

3030 SW 2ND AVE, PORTLAND, OR

Starting at $1575/mo

5.0

(1)

Cedarwood Waldorf School brings Waldorf Education to life and strives to instill a love for learning. Our curriculum weaves together the arts, academics and movement, with a reverence for the developing child. We nurture our children’s spirituality, cultivate their ability to think imaginatively,...
5.0
"I am new to Waldorf and I love this approach to child development and care. In pre-k and Kindergarten, the focus is on play and kindness, which results in really kind and empathetic kids! "

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BKids Daycare + Preschool

BKids Daycare + Preschool

15670 NW Central Dr, PORTLAND, OR

Starting at $2200/mo

5.0

(8)

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...
5.0
"From the moment we enrolled our child, it has been a truly wonderful experience. The staff is incredibly warm, professional, and attentive, making both parents and children feel welcome and valued. Safety and Cleanliness: The facility is spotless and clearly...

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NORTHEAST COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

NORTHEAST COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

1624 NE HANCOCK ST, PORTLAND, OR

Starting at $2005/mo

5.0

(9)

We are a small non-profit school that is focused on community and high quality care for children ages 12 months to 5 years old. We are open 7:30 to 5:30 Monday- Friday year round. We provide low child to teacher ratios to ensure children's needs are met and they have plenty of attention and care...
5.0
"We are having a great experience at NCCDC. Our child has been in the toddler room for the last two months and is thriving at school. He adjusted quickly and now gets excited as soon as we pull up in the morning. There are always plenty of teachers and they are all...

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Andrea's Playroom Preschool

Andrea's Playroom Preschool

3226 SE Hawthorne Blvd, 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
"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...

Megan G


KB's Kids Childcare

KB's Kids Childcare

13621 SW Ashbury Lane, Portland, OR

4.9

(7)

KB's Kids is a licensed family childcare in the Beaverton/Tigard area, in the Nancy Ryles school zone. My name is Karen. I have over 20 yrs experience in childcare and am the mother to 3 amazing boys. Along with extended hours, I also offer part-time, evening and "date night" childcare. My home is...
4.0
"Karen is awesome! She steps into the role of a mom away from home for your child. She is constantly nurturing and teaching. She keeps all the kids active, happy, fed and rested no mater what age. She has no problem keeping a schedule and she is very flexible...

Caprese S.


Sunset Montessori

Sunset Montessori

1025 Se 179th AVE, Portland, OR

5.0

(1)

This program is now enrolling to start in September 2016, Sunset Montessori School is a Certified Bilingual home program for Infants and Toddlers at Reynolds district in Gresham.In our prepared Montessori environment, your child is free of move and express themselves learning in a nurturing...
5.0
"Very prepared environment, excellent Teacher."

Sunset M.


Green Apple Family Childcare

Green Apple Family Childcare

3426 NE 88th Ave, Portland, OR

5.0

(1)

Green Apple Family Childcare's welcoming and nurturing environment is perfect for your toddler or preschooler (ages 2-5 years). I focus on individualized play-based learning, through daily routines, child initiated and adult led activities. I keep ratios low in order to give the children the love...
5.0
"We love Green Apple. I didn't feel like my daughter was in daycare. It was like dropping her off with a family member. I knew she was loved and well-cared for and respected as her own small person. She learned how to interact with other kids and did lots of...

Jenny D


Lupine Mountain School

Lupine Mountain School

4536 NE 116th Ave., Portland, OR

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.


Santa's Little Cloud

Santa's Little Cloud

4121 Se 112th Ave, Portland, OR

4.0

(2)

My name is Santa Batista, and I am very excited to be working with your children a daycare in my home. I feel a lot of energy to work with children because I love them. I am the mother of two beautiful children, first is my daughter of 16 years old, and secondly is my son of 14 years old. I feel...
5.0
"Treats kids with love and education"

Jimmy


L'Etoile French Immersion School

L'Etoile French Immersion School

5839 S Hood Ave, PORTLAND, OR

Starting at $1500/mo

5.0

(2)

Our mission is to build each child’s academic foundation by applying the learning principles of the French Ministry of Education. Within the framework of art, music, math, and science, accredited teachers build essential problem-solving skills in a full immersion setting. Small class sizes and...
5.0
"L’Etoile has been a wonderful experience for my family and me. I was introduced to the school in 2012 when I was hired as an English teacher, a position I stayed in for 2 years. During that time the school really impressed me. The teachers were hardworking,...

Jenna S.


Pea Pod

Pea Pod

5441 SE Belmont Street, Portland, OR

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
"My family has been a part of Pea Pod for 5 months now and it has been an amazing experience for me and my daughter. She has learned so much from the other children and parents and gained independence that she couldn't have achieved at home with just me. It has...

Kim S.


Growing Green Panda Child Care Center

Growing Green Panda Child Care Center

10339 NE Prescott, Portland, OR

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


Kozy Kids Enrichment Center, LLC

Kozy Kids Enrichment Center, LLC

15715 NW Central Drive Ste. A1, Portland, OR

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 H.


Kids Academy, LLC

Kids Academy, LLC

800 NW 107th Ave, Portland, OR

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 B.


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.


Sonbeam Day Care Center

1319 NE 7th Ave, Portland, OR

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 B.


Angel Loft Preschool

11825 Ne Fremont St, Portland, OR

5.0

(2)

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 :)"

Westmoreland T.


Helping Hands Family Daycare & Preschool Inc

8250 N Wabash Ave, Portland, OR

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.


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Ratings for Portland, OR preschools listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Preschools in Portland, OR are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 61 reviews of the 259 listed preschools.