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Preschools in Portland, OR are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 67 reviews of the 278 listed preschools

The Ankeny Rose Early Learning Center

My son absolutely loves the Ankeny Rose. He comes home each day with a new passion or understanding of the world of art and exploration. I’m...

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Green Apple Family Childcare

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...

- Jenny D

Lupine Mountain School

I am very excited for my daughter to start Lupine Mountain Schools fun interactive program this Jan.

- Jolene J.

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The Ankeny Rose Early Learning Center

11 SE 16TH AVE PORTLAND, OR

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We are an affordable State Licensed Preschool and Pre-K program in the Buckman neighborhood. We happily accept ERDC (Employment Related Day Care). We accept children who are not fully potty trained, 3-5 years old, and our starting rate is $1,100 per month for full-time care. The Ankeny Rose Early Learning Center is an inquiry...

Care Member says "My son absolutely loves the Ankeny Rose. He comes home each day with a new passion or understanding of the world of art and exploration. I’m so grateful...

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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 and attention they need. I...

Jenny D says "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...

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Lupine Mountain School

4536 NE 116th Ave. Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Child care
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 games), cook, and listen to...

Jolene J. says "I am very excited for my daughter to start Lupine Mountain Schools fun interactive program this Jan."

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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 environment where their entire...

Sunset M. says "Very prepared environment, excellent Teacher."

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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 in a great, kid...

Caprese S. says "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...

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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 I'm ready to care for other...

Jimmy says "Treats kids with love and education"

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L'Etoile French Immersion School

5839 S HOOD AVE PORTLAND, OR

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1500/mo
Kindergarten
Child care
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 separate campuses dedicated to our...

Dena S. says "We have been clients of Etoile for 5 1/2 years. Let me give you a little back story: My husband is Belgian-American and I am one by marriage. Before we...

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Pea Pod

5441 SE Belmont Street Portland, OR

3.7(3)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
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 social and emotional skill...

Care Member says "We have been part of the Pea Pod community for one year in the preschool group and are about to start our daughter on her second year there. We have...

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Growing Green Panda Child Care Center

10339 NE Prescott Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child 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.

Michelle S says "Very nice center excellent teachers. They are very good with children ."

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Kozy Kids Enrichment Center, LLC

15715 NW Central Drive Ste. A1 Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
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, social emotional, and...

Elizabeth H. says "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...

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Kids Academy, LLC

800 NW 107th Ave Portland, OR

4.5(2)
Preschool
Child care
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.

Alayna B. says "Loving kids academy. Teachers are experienced and have been there for a while. Super patient with my child. He loves coming everyday!"

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Angel Loft Preschool

11825 Ne Fremont St Portland, OR

5.0(2)
Preschool
Child care
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, providing them care and education...

Care Member says "All five of my kids have gone to Angel Loft Preschool Starting with my oldest daughter 22 years ago till just last month our baby girl graduated. We...

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Helping Hands Family Daycare & Preschool Inc

8250 N Wabash Ave Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Child 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 can accommodate a total of up...

Katelyn B. says "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...

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The Portland School of Experiential Education

2728 NE 34th Ave Portland, OR

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 authentic relationships and...

Picky P says "Amazing school!!!! Highly educated staff, seasonal/organic/healthy food, beautiful learning spaces meticuliously cared for by students and staff, text rich...

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Discovery Gardens Childcare

8418 N Brandon St. Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Reggio emilia
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
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 capable and competent at...

Ken B says "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...

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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 outside this area have realized...

Nikki B. says "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...

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Peninsula Children'sCenter

4720 N. Maryland Avenue Portland, OR

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care

Rebecca B. says "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...

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Hilltop Early Learning Academy

5700 SW DOSCH RD PORTLAND, OR

State license verified

starting at
$715/mo
Academic
Faith based
Preschool
Kindergarten
Hilltop Early Learning Academy is a Child Care center in PORTLAND, OR. They offer Outdoor play area (nearby park), Academic, Faith-based, Certified teacher, Child development associate (cda), Cpr training, Early child development coursework, Early childhood education (ece), First aid training, Kindergarten, Preschool (or nursery...
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CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

1516 NW THURMAN ST PORTLAND, OR

State license verified

Montessori
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
Childpeace Montessori School serves children from 14 months through middle school in the heart of Portland. Childpeace offers a full educational experience that helps children prepare themselves for life as well as for their future school experiences. Contact us to learn more about our school and the Montessori method of...
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Touchstone School (Tigard)

7090 SW FIR LOOP PORTLAND, OR

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you 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.

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.

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.

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