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Rainbow Child Care

5.0

Denise has been watching my 2 year old son for a few months, and he never wants to leave! I love that she asks questions about what I want him to learn more of, be more comfortable with, eat more of, etc. Her flexibility is amazing and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for care!

- Kawaianiani B.

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.

Amazing Minds Child Development Center and Preschool

5.0

Excellent childcare conveniently located! My child loved it there.

- Martyn

Drop-in child care in Lake Oswego, OR

Early Years Children's Center

17823 SW Central Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR

Welcome to Early Years Children's Center. Here, we not only strive to exceed the standards of safety and cleanliness, but we strive to create an environment that will entice children to explore the world of learning. Our priority is the development of both academic and personal growth in your child....

Rainbow Child Care

4384 SW 159th Ave., Beaverton, OR

5.0

(1)

Welcome to my in-home daycare in Beaverton for children ages 0-5! I currently only have openings on the weekends. I'm passionate about providing a fun, safe environment for children to learn and grow. I am a positive role model, as I do not ever use swear/curse words, drink alcohol, smoke...
5.0
"Denise has been watching my 2 year old son for a few months, and he never wants to leave! I love that she asks questions about what I want him to learn more of, be more comfortable with, eat more of, etc. Her flexibility is amazing and I would highly recommend her...

Kawaianiani B.


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
"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)

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."

Martyn


Wow & Flutterville

8722 SE 17th 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...

Paper Crane Learning Center

9316 SE Salmon Ct., Portland, OR

We are a licensed in-home childcare run by an certified teacher with a master's degree in early childhood and special education and nine years of teaching experience. We specialize in flexible, drop-in childcare catering to your schedule. Not everyone needs a full time day care setting and the...

Wild and Wonderful

4235 SE 82nd Ave, PORTLAND, OR

Starting at $1400/mo

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...

Crafty Mindz

1150 SW 170th Ave, Beaverton, OR

Crafty Mindz was designed to build children's creativity, confidence, patience, fine motor skills, focus, and a lot more.

Wow & Flutterville

800 NW 107th 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...

WOW AND FLUTTERVILLE GLOBAL PLAYGARDEN

8722 SE 17TH AVE, PORTLAND, OR

Starting at $1952/mo

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...

Blossoming Minds preschool

Blanton And SW 164th Ave, Beaverton, OR

Ready for a new adventure? We focus our attention on love, growth and freedom to learn. We believe in trying new things, experiencing life & having fun! Check us out at www.BlossomingMindsPrek.com to find out more.

Wow & Flutterville

8406 SW Main Street Suite 100, WILSONVILLE, 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...

Smart Baby Preschool

21029 SW Brackenwood Ln, Beaverton, OR

Smart Baby Preschool Mission Statement: The Smart Baby Preschool is committed to providing bi-lingual English/Russian learning experiences for each child in preparation for early success and school readiness. Smart Baby Preschool Vision Statement: Our preschool staff will provide students with...

Kids Klubhouse

7515 SW Barnes Rd. Ste 102, Portland, OR

Quality, affordable childcare on a drop-in basis

WeVillage: DROP in Playcare and Preschool

424 NW 11th Ave, Portland, OR

Modern Drop in childcare! WeVillage has been looking after over 1500 Portland families since 2009! and loving every minute of it! How many times do we just need to get a few things done? Weed to take that meeting? Would love a Mani/Pedi, but cant find someone to watch the kids? What about spur of...

Rachelle's Home Child Care

14620 Sw Farmington Rd #10, Beaverton, OR

Rachelle's Home Child Care provides a child care service in Beaverton, Oregon. They provide day care, after-school care for Chehalem Elementary students, and drop-in care services. Their well-appointed facility provides educational recreation. Rachelle's Home Child Care welcomes infants to...

The Maple Grove Preschool

15581 S Maple Lane Rd, Oregon City, OR

The Maple Grove Preschool is an early childhood center that offers day care and learning programs for young kids. The company is based in Oregon City and is open to children one year of age and up. The company offers both half-day and full-day schedules, as well as drop-in care services.

Funny Farm Early Learning Center, Inc.

7475 SW Oleson Road #13A, Portland, OR

Top-notch curriculum, fun-loving teachers and a truly unique, community-centered environment make Funny Farm Early Learning Center the needle in the haystack you've been looking for! Located inside the Garden Home Recreation Center, our wonderful facility features an indoor gym with a theatrical...

Baerly Big Childcare

9225 Sw Hall Blvd Ste B, Portland, OR

Baerly Big is a drop in child care center and preschool. We take children ages 21/2-12yrs of age. We are a play-based environment, allowing children to work together to experience and experiment with children they may not have a chance to do. We have an open door policy in which special needs...

Education Explorers, Llc

5370 Sw 188th Ave, Beaverton, OR

Montessori inspired in-home childcare. Where education, care, play and respect for people of all backgrounds go hand in hand. We believe children learn best through hands-on experiences. Where they have a carefully arranged place to explore and make mistakes. For it's in the mistakes, where learning...

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