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KIDS INCORPORATED LEARNING CENTER
840 NE 181ST AVE, PORTLAND, OR
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...
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...
Little Feet Big Steps
14545 NE Knott Court, Portland, OR
Little Feet Big Steps is a home based childcare located in NE Portland near the Elementary school. We are in one of the safest neighborhoods in the Portland area and live within a quiet cul-de-sac that allows for a great big yard in the back for play and discovery.
Although, we are a...
Touchstone School (Tigard)
7090 SW Fir Loop, PORTLAND, OR
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...
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...
Discovery Gardens Childcare
8418 N. Brandon Ave., Portland, OR
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.
Raindrop Playmates
9100 SW Wilshire St, Portland, OR
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....
Pioneer Preschool
12420 NE Halsey Street, Portland, OR
Why Choose Pioneer Pre-school?
Preschool Promise Provider: We're proud to be part of a program that
supports families' access to high-quality preschool, ensuring your child gets
the best start in life.
Qualified and Caring Staff: Our team of educators is dedicated to creating a...
Today's Little Scholars Child care
100 N. Killingsworth St, Portland, OR
Today's Little Scholars Childcare is dedicated to providing high quality care and educational activities for children ages 3 to 5. We offer an age appropriate curriculum by licensed staff that was developed to strengthen your child's skills and prepare them for school. Your family will benefit...
Cadence Academy Preschool
6109 Southeast Milwaukie Avenue, PORTLAND, OR
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp...
L'Etoile French Immersion School (Preschool)
5839 SW Hood Ave., PORTLAND, OR
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L’Etoile French Immersion School is an independent school accredited by the French Ministry of Education for students aged 2½ through 12. Located in the heart of Portland in John’s Landing, we are proud to serve the Multnomah,...
Guidepost Montessori at Lloyd District
711 NE Halsey St, PORTLAND, OR
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence.
From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support,...
The Learning Garden Preschool
11545 SE Main St, Portland, OR
The Learning Garden is a small in-home license exempt preschool and childcare. We are only accepting five children into our program at this time but are looking to expand into more classrooms and teachers when the space allows. We are open from 7am to 6pm Monday through Friday and are closed most...
Little Hands Garden School
2836 SE 66th Ave., Portland, OR
Since 2009, Little Hands Garden School has been nurturing young minds through an outdoor-focused, play-based curriculum. We welcome preschool students ages 24 months to 5 years into small classes with a low teacher-student ratio, ensuring personalized attention and a supportive learning environment....
ISMA'S LEARNING CENTER PRESCHOOL
14294 SW Windsong Ct, Portland, OR
We help children ages 3-5 get ready for kindergarten, make
friends and have fun with the social-emotional curriculum. Your
child will learn all the fundamentals of social and life skills he
needs to enhance his academic smoothly and english.
Wow & Flutterville
4114 N Vancouver Ave, PORTLAND, OR
We believe that children will change this world. Our role is to be co-collaborators in curiosity. We are a State licensed Reggio and Waldorf inspired year round program.
We believe in your child’s right to play, and that social emotional literacy is the foundation of all other forms of early...
Club K After School Zone
10220 SW Nimbus Suite K7, Portland, OR
Club K After School Zone offers a fresh perspective on extended day programming and it shows in everything we do! We understand the unique needs of school aged children and youth and also recognize the needs of working families. Club K provides an interactive, stimulating, and nurturing environment...
Sunrise Child Care
15128 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR
Sunrise Child Care is open Monday - Friday from 7:00am to 6:30pm.
We are happy to provide:
Highly qualified and experienced staff.
First Aid and CPR Certified.
Bilingual Program.
Eco-conscious.
Creative activities.
Educational games and lesson plans.
Nutritious Meals and snacks...
Hawthorne Family Playschool
2828 SE Stevens St, Portland, OR
Hawthorne Family Playschool's mission is to safeguard childhood, teach inclusion and build cohesive communities. We are an exceptional mixed-age (3-5), play-based, cooperative preschool fostering self-awareness, relationships with others, and connections to the natural world.
Our teacher, Susan...
Our Philosophy:
We believe our children will save the world. Children have a limitless capacity for compassion, gratitude, and open-mindedness. The care we provide helps them keep these gifts close and carry them throughout their lives. Wow and Flutterville offers Waldorf-inspired care for children...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Portland, OR
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Portland, OR?
Child care centers near you in Portland, OR provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Portland, OR?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Portland, OR have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Portland, OR?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Portland, OR. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.
Ratings for Portland, OR child care centers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Child Care Centers in Portland, OR are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 256 listed child care centers.