Education Articles & Listings

A = Art, ADK = All Day Kindergarten, C = Computer, D = Dance, Dr = Drama, EC = Extended Care Available, FA = Financial Aid, FL = Foreign Language, FT = Field Trips, G = Gymnastics, M = Music, MCD = Multiple Children Discount, PE = Physical Education, S = Swimming, T = Transportation Available


Parents care deeply about their children’s educations. And that’s a good thing. Studies have shown that when parents are involved in their children’s schooling, those kids earn higher grades, score better on tests, have better social skills and behavior, and are more likely to go on to college.
Educating yourself about education options and topics is a great start toward becoming more involved in your child’s school life. We offer the following articles to help you on your journey.


Cedarwood Waldorf School

Category: After School Programs // Posted on June 11, 2011 // Leave a Comment

3030 SW 2nd Ave
Portland, OR 97201
503-245-1477
cedarwoodschool.org

Grades/Ages: pre-k – 8th gr
Total Enrollment: 275
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: D, Dr, EC, FA, FL, FT, M, MCD, PE

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 and inspire them to seek the truth.


EinsteinWise

Category: After School Programs // Posted on June 11, 2011 // Leave a Comment

19005 SE 34th St., Ste. 100
Vancouver, WA 98683
503-936-5765
einsteinwise.com

Grades/Ages:K-8
Total Enrollment: New
Student/Teacher Ratio: New
Religious Affiliation: None
Special Offerings: C, EC, FA, FL, MCD, PE

Main focus of our program is on cognitive development. We also offer Robotics, Computer Programming, Chess, and Yoga in Summer Camps and After School programs.


Before and After School Care
23370 SW Boones Ferry Road
Tualatin, OR 97062
503-691-1054
horizonlearningcenter.org

Grades/Ages: K-5th
Total Enrollment: 16
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1-15
Religious Affiliation: Assemblies of God
Special Offerings: A, ADK, C, Dr, EC, FA, FL, FT, M, MCD, PE, T

Before and after school extended care is offered from 7:00 am until 6:00 pm. Our facility includes a playground, sports fields and a gym. We keep our kids busy with a homework time, science, art, drama, crafts, games, and other activities! A nutritious afternoon snack is also provided.


Kids Like Languages

Category: After School Programs // Posted on June 11, 2011 // Leave a Comment

Language Classes
1170 NW Riverview Ave.
Gresham, OR 97030
503-492-1700
kidslikelanguages.com

Grades/Ages: K – 8th gr
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10-20 students
Special Offerings: FL

We make Cultures and Languages fun for kids offering after school languages classes in all the Portland Metro Area. Please contact us to know more about us!!!


12965 NW Cornell Road
Portland OR 97229

8128 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy
Portland OR 97225

17449 SW Lower Boones Ferry Rd., Suite 100
Lake Oswego, OR 97035

971-732-5155
mathnasium.com

Grades/Ages: gr 2 – High School
Student/Teacher Ratio: 4:1
Special Offerings: MCD

We specialize in teaching kids math the way that makes sense to them. Our team of highly skilled instructors is passionate about teaching math. Students receive one-on-one instruction and a customized learning plan based on the unique needs and goals of each child. Proven Results and Good Grades.


PDX Tutors

Category: After School Programs // Posted on June 11, 2011 // Leave a Comment

P.O. Box 21911
Portland, OR 97225
503-686-1205
www.pdxtutors.com

Grades/Ages: 3rd gr-adult
Total Enrollment: 23
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:1
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: FL, MCD

Individualized & standards-based lesson plans. Our tutors are teachers too.


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