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Carmen Parrish Walker Day Care Center
4236 NE 8th Ave, PORTLAND, OR
Carmen Parrish Walker Day Care Center is a centered based on childcare and preschool.
It is our mission to plan and implement effective teaching practices to promote positive learning outcomes for child development. We support not only the child but the family as a whole.
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,...
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,...
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...
Amanecer Academy
15931 NW Wismer Drive, Portland, OR
Amanecer Academy is a 100% Spanish Immersion Childcare Center on Bethany for children from 24 months to Kindergarten age. We are currently accepting applications and will be opening our doors August 15th 2018.
Children who go to Amanecer Academy will take advantage of the benefits of bilingualism....
Peace Tree School
432 NE Dekum St, Portland, OR
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...
Andrea's Playroom Preschool
3226 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR
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...
Little Scholars Academy
244 SW Dakota St., Portland, OR
Welcome to Little Scholars Academy! Our Preschool is for ages 2-3.5yrs and our Pre-K location is for ages 3-6yrs.
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...
Honey Heart Kids Yoga Micro-school
5310 N. Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR
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...
A Lil' Dreamer's In-home Certified Preschool/Childcare
Marshall St, Portland, OR
Mission statement:
At A Lil' Dreamer's Childcare, we offer days of love, laughter, learning, imagination and creativity.
Every child in my care has the right and opportunity to develop their minds through friendships, art, science, math, building and pretending.
My belief is...
Garden Home Montessori School
4861 SE 66th Ave, Portland, OR
Garden Home Montessori School is Now Enrolling!
Open House R.S.V.P. Today!
Saturday - August 19, 2017,
Saturday - August 26, 2017.
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We provide affordable, quality care and...
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...
Maggie's Happy Hearts Preschool & Child Care
15728 SE Arista Drive, Portland, OR
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...
Green Apple Family Childcare
3426 NE 88th Ave, Portland, OR
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...
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....
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...
Portland Play Project
6015 NE Skidmore St, Portland, OR
We are a Reggio-inspired, play based and ecologically focused preschool in NE Portland, Oregon. We have 1/2 acre of gardens, outdoor play space and land for the chickens and children to roam freely. We highlight an experiential learning environment where the children's interests inspire the...
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...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Portland, OR
In 2025 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 Rating4.4 / 5
Preschools in Portland, OR are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 264 listed preschools.