Education Directory // Education and Enrichment Listings

11790 SW Barnes Road, Suite 280
Portland OR 97225
503-626-9700
visitworldofsmiles.com

Grades/Ages: ages 0-18

At World of Smiles, Pediatric Dentistry, we believe that, education and prevention lead to healthy smiles and happy kids. As a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Stafford focuses on making your child’s visit to the dentist a positive, unique experience while treating dental needs. Major insurances accepted. Welcoming new patients.


414 N Meridian St.
Newberg, OR 97132
503-554-2366
georgefox.edu

Grades/Ages: Ages 0-18

Kids Driving You Crazy? Let Us Help, Call the Parent Advice Line at George Fox University. Doctoral Level Psychology Students will respond to your questions about anything from tantrums, toilet training, teenager texting, sleep problems, depression/anxiety and more. This is a free service, helping parents with children ages 0-18.


Northwest Fencing Center

Category: Sports/Fitness // Posted on June 11, 2011 // Leave a Comment

4950 SW Western Ave.
Beaverton, OR 97005
503-277-SABER (2237)
nwfencing.org

Grades/Ages: 6 yrs+
Total Enrollment: N/A
Student/Teacher Ratio: State levels or better
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: MCD

Fencing, once commonly used as an honorable way to settle disputes, now Remains popular as a unique, fast-paced workout. Often called a physical game of chess, fencing develops endurance, coordination, agility, poise and balance. While a physical sport, it’s also a mental game developing concentration, quick decision-making, problem solving and resistance to stress.


Children of the Sea Swim School

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10170 SW Nimbus Ave., Suite H7
Portland, OR 97223
503-620-5970
www.childrenofthesea.com

Grades/Ages: 4 mos – adults
Total Enrollment: 4 students, 6 students for baby classes
Student/Teacher Ratio: 4:1, 6:1 for baby classes
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: MCD, S

Professional swimming lessons in comfortable 91 degree air and water. Small class sizes, babies through adults, open year round, day, afternoon & evening classes. Swim team techniques and age appropriate safety incorporated. Friendly & nurturing environment. Visitors welcome. Family night swim, Baby open swim for children ages 4 mos. and up, Birthday Parties.


Multnomah Early Childhood Program

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14030 NE Sacramento Portland, OR 97230
503-262-4100
w3.mesd.k12.or.us

Grades/Ages: Birth – age 5
Total Enrollment: 2,000 plus
Student/Teacher Ratio: varies
Religious Affiliation: none

Multnomah Early Childhood Program (MECP) is the Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education provider in Multnomah County. We provide no-cost screenings and evaluations for children who might have developmental delays or disabilities and services for those who qualify. MECP also offers a low-cost peer preschool program at a number of schools.


Learning Palace

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Cascade Station: 503-251-1833
9971 NE Cascades Parkway
Portland, OR 97220

Clackamas Corner: 503-794-5696
11750 SE 82nd Ave. Suite 1
Clackamas, OR 97086

Gresham Town Fair: 503-661-0865
818 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR. 97030

Vancouver Plaza: 360-896-1574
7809 NE Vancouver Plaza Dr.
Vancouver, WA 98662

Canyon Place Mall: 503-644-9301
3861 SW 117th
Beaverton, OR 97005

Evergreen Plaza: 503-587-8992
3832 Center St. NE
Salem, OR 97301

Santa Clara Square: 541-689-9793
65 Division
Eugene, OR 97404

learningpalace.com

Family owned and operated for over 25 years, Learning Palace has been serving schools, teachers, parents, and homeschoolers with the commitment of providing the largest selection of educational materials, teacher supplies, educational games, and learning toys. Learning Palace offers specialized items for all of your teaching and learning needs.


Organic Fresh Fingers

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1010 Broadway SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-371-1108
organicfreshfingers.com

Grades/Ages: 2 – 18 yrs.

Organic Fresh Fingers works with schools and childcare facilities to provide a fresh, local, natural and organic school lunch. Our innovative lunch program is designed around whole grains and fresh organic fruits and vegetables. Children love our hot, handmade meals, and parents love never worrying about packing a lunch again.


Friends of Tryon Creek State Park

Category: Science and Nature // Posted on June 12, 2011 // Leave a Comment

11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd.
Portland, OR 97219
503-636-4398
tryonfriends.org

Grades/Ages: K-12
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Special Offerings: FA, FT

The Friends of Tryon Creek offers innovative educational programs connecting the public with the living world. We utilize the forest habitats of Portland’s only urban state park to explore science and sustainability while instilling a sense of stewardship in all who participate. Scholarships are offered for all of our programs.


11265 SW Cabot St.
Beaverton OR, 97005
503-520-0807
woodhavenschool.com

Grades/Ages: 3-6 yrs
Total Enrollment: 12 students per class
Student/Teacher Ratio: 4:1
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: A, FT

WoodHaven School is a parent-run, nature-based school that is Waldorf inspired. From 9am – 1pm, children ages 3 and 4 explore the magic of the world around them in the classroom and in the garden. Outdoor Kindergarten for 5-6 year old meet from 12pm – 4pm to study nature’s classroom in our woods and wetland.


HELP, Inc.
PO Box 126
Marylhurst OR 97036 1
17600 Hwy 43
Marylhurst Campus, Davignon Hall Suite 326
503-635-3389
helpadd.com

Grades/Ages: age 7 – adult
Total Enrollment: varies
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:1
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: MCD, FA

A non-profit affordable alternative to medication. In the past 26 years on the Marylhurst University campus, HELP has tested and successfully treated thousands of children and adults with ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Asperger’s, Test Anxiety, and other learning problems. We don’t ask the world to accommodate you, “We Change the Way You Learn!”


15220 NW Laidlaw Rd.
Portland, OR 97229
503-533-4020
portland.huntingtonlearning.com

Grades/Ages: K-12
Total Enrollment: 60
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:1 Gr K-3 and Exam Prep; 4:1 Learning Center and Gr 4-12
Religious Affiliation: none

Huntington Learning Center has been helping struggling students and their families since 1977. Huntington is unique in offering one-to-one instruction for both K-3rd and high school SAT/ACT Exam Prep. Conveniently located in Bethany Village next to OHSU Children’s Clinic.


Kumon of Hillsboro

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1300 NE 48th Ave. #1200
Hillsboro, OR 97124
503-615-8666; 503-61-KUMON
kumon.com/hillsboro

Grades/Ages: 3-16 yrs (preK-12)
Total Enrollment: n/a
Student/Teacher Ratio: n/a
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: MCD, FA

The KUMON Program fosters ‘Mastery of Basics’, ‘Improved Concentration and Study Habits’, and ‘Self-Confidence’. Students will attend classes 2 times a week at Center and will be given take home worksheet assignments.


The Reading Toolkit, LLC

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Portland, OR 97206
971-207-6600
TheReadingToolkit.com

Grades/Ages: K-adult
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:1

The Reading Toolkit, LLC, provides private tutoring for reading and spelling remediation to the school-age population using a phonemic awareness program to treat the weak skill areas. This instruction does not constitute a complete and integrated reading program, but serves to move your child forward to the next steps.


Sylvan Learning Center

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1122 NE 122nd Ave.
Portland, OR 97230
503-254-1930
sylvanlearning.com/centers

Grades/Ages: K-adult
Total Enrollment: 150
Student/Teacher Ratio: 3:1
Special Offerings: FA

Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of tutoring and supplemental education services to students of all ages and skill levels. At Sylvan, our warm and caring tutors tailor individualized learning plans that build the skills, habits and attitudes students need to succeed in school and in life. Affordable tutoring instruction is available in math, reading, writing, study skills, homework help, test prep and more at more than 900 learning centers in the United States, Canada and abroad.


Beaverton, OR
503-473-0416
arcoirisschool.org

Grades/Ages: 1st – 5th
Total Enrollment: 60
Student/Teacher Ratio: 22:1
Religious Affiliation: None
Special Offerings: A, C, EC, FA, FL, FT, M, PE

Beaverton’s first Charter School, Arco Iris is a free public Spanish immersion school with a rigorous education program for grades 1st-5th including Singapore Math, a highly acclaimed math program. Language immersion, international cultures, small classes, strong curriculum. These are just some of the reasons why parents choose Arco Iris.


5037 SW Iowa Street
Portland, OR 97221
503-916-6300
odysseyprogram.org

Grades/Ages: K – 8th gr
Total Enrollment: approx 200
Special Offerings: A, ADK, C, D, Dr, FT, M, PE

The Odyssey Program is a “Living History” focus option for Portland Public Schools serving students in grades K-8 and offering: Theme-based, mixed-age, experiential learning; rigorous academics and a history of excellent results; team-building and leadership training; field studies; a small, motivating community emphasizing problem solving, communication skills and discovery; visual and performing arts; and award-winning teachers. Living History makes Learning More Meaningful!


4015 SW Canyon Road
Portland, OR 97221
503-471-9917
portlandcm.org

Grades/Ages: K-5
Total Enrollment: 80
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: A, ADK, D, Dr, EC, FA, FT, M, PE

Portland Children’s Museum is home to Opal Public Charter School, which serves grades K – 5. Enrollment is determined by lottery and applications are available March 1 – 31. Inspired by the early childhood centers of Reggio Emilia, Italy, Opal Public Charter School infuses the arts and sciences throughout its curriculum.


38761 North Main St.
Scio, OR 97374
800-382-6010
ConnectionsAcademy.com/ORCA

Grades/Ages: K-12

Oregon Connections Academy is an accredited, tuition-free, full-time, online public school program for students in grades K-12. We provide our students with personalized plans, one-on-one attention from certified teachers, and leading-edge technology tools. Learn more at Connections Academy.com.


AHSC Yu Miao Chinese Immersion Preschool

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5239 SE Woodstock Blvd.
Portland, OR 97206
503-775-3767
ahscpdx.org/services/pre_school/index.html

Grades/Ages: 3-5 yrs
Total Enrollment: 40
Student/Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Religious Affiliation: no
Special Offerings: A, D, FL, FT, M

First Certified Chinese Preschool in Oregon, 5 days a week, includes half-day & full-day lessons with day care before & after school, with big classrooms, playground and a large gym. Lessons are taught in Mandarin Chinese with a focus on language, culture, music, art, games, Chinese folk songs and folk dance to promote social interaction and bilingual ability for 3 to 5 years old.


Barnes Miller Child Development Center

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7345 SW Barnes Rd.
Portland, OR 97225
503-292-7847
barnes-millercdc.com

Clackamas Day School
16640 SE 82nd Dr.
Clackamas, OR 97015
503-655-7826
Clackamasdayschool.net

Grades/Ages served: 6 wks to 12 yrs
Total Enrollment: 106
Student-to-Teacher Ratio: Varies
Religious affiliation: None
Special Offerings: ADK, D, C, EC, FT, MCD, T

We believe that all children develop at different levels and are inspired in different ways. We have a certified, committed teaching staff that supports the child’s education creatively and lovingly. Nature and walking trails, indoor gym and art studio.


Belmont Academy

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3841 S.E. Belmont St. Portland, OR 97214
503-232-8985
belmontacademy.org

Grades/Ages: 3 mos to 12 yrs
Total Enrollment: 125
Student/Teacher Ratio: varies
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: A, ADK, D, EC, G

Belmont Academy, founded in 1973, is a non-profit school and childcare center. Infant through pre-kindergarten classes offer hands on learning experiences and facilitate emergent literacy. Kindergarten/first grade (1:10 ratio) multiage classroom emphasizes individual progression through reading, writing, mathematics, science and social arts. The academy has an adjoining dance and gymnastics studio.


Blue Frogs Jump LLC

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Sherwood, OR 97140
503-925-3919
BlueFrogsJump.com

Grades/Ages: 3 to 5
TotalEnrollment
Student/Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Religious Affiliation: None
Special Offerings: A, FL


Child’s View Montessori School

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4729 SW Taylors Ferry Road
Portland, OR 97219
503-293-9422
childsview.net

Grades/Ages: 2 1/2 – 6
Total Enrollment: 49
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10: 1
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: ADK, EC, MCD

All Day Montessori community where children joyfully explore, discover, learn & grow while discovering themselves and their world. Nurturing environment fostering natural love of learning. Practical living skills, strong pre-academic foundation, music, art, language, math, science & cultural studies. Emphasis on care and respect for other people, cultures, our world. Also Summer Elementary Program.


Childswork Learning Center

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4235 SE Salmon Street
Portland, OR 97215
503-234-3611
childswork.org

Grades/Ages: ages 2-6
Total Enrollment: 250
Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1, 8:1, 9:1, depending on age
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: A, ADK, Dr, EC, FA, FL, FT

Childswork Learning Center is a non-profit school dedicated to serving children ages 2 to 6 years old. Childswork’s program consists of a play-based, emergent curriculum where learning develops from the ideas and creativity of children. Our program includes preschool, extended care and enrichment opportunities.


Christ Church Episcopal Preschool

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1060 Chandler Rd., P O Box 447
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
503 675-9120
ccparish.org/preschool

Grades/Ages: 2 1/2 yrs – Pre-K
Total Enrollment: 55
Student/Teacher Ratio: 5:1 for 2 1/2′s; 8:1 for 3′s & 4/Pre-K’s
Religious Affiliation: Episcopalian
Special Offerings: A, FA, FL, FT, M, MCD

We provide a nurturing, learn-through-play, child-centered environment. We offer an enriching, challenging curriculum that will help develop a child’s social, emotional, physical, cognitive & spiritual growth. New in 2010, we now have a Chinese Immersion program in the afternoons, from 1 – 4 p.m.


Christ the King Preschool

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11305 SW Bull Mountain Rd
Tigard, OR 97224
503-639-2789
christthekingpreschool.com

Grades/Ages: 3-5 yrs
Total Enrollment: 14 for 3 yrs; 16 for 4-5 yrs
Student/Teacher Ratio: 7:1 for 3 yrs; 8:1 for 4-5 yrs
Religious Affiliation: Lutheran: all children welcome
Special Offerings: A, D, Dr, EC, FA, FT, FL, M, MCD, PE

Experienced staff offering age-appropriate creative curriculum which includes exploring different cultures (countries) through music, stories, crafts, and cooking. Bible stories and music at Chapel time. Children’s library: children check out books. Children are also involved in community outreach service projects. Lots of hands on exploration and fun! Lunch bunch offered on Wednesdays. Summer Preschool Day Camps, too!


Creative Children’s Center

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2515 SW 185th
Beaverton Oregon, 97006
503-591-0604
creativechildrenscenter.com

Grades/Ages: Preschool, ages 2- 5, elementary school K-3
Total Enrollment: 120
Student/Teacher Ratio: 18:3
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: A, ADK, D, Dr, FA, FT, M

Creative Children’s Center is a progressive private school founded in 1990. We specialize in experiential learning, offering full and half day programs for toddlers through third grade. We see all children as gifted and capable, guiding them forward through class projects and individualized work. The CCC curriculum integrates academics with the arts and sciences, in fun and innovative ways. Our teacher’s have extensive experience in the Reggio Approach and cooperative education. Our environments invite children to explore their world both indoors and out, with gardens, room to run, and studio arts! We invite parent participation throughout our program. More @ creativechildrenscenter.com.


Dove Christian Preschool

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7555 SW 45th Ave. Portland, OR 97219
503-246-5459
dovepreschool.com

Grades/Ages: Preschool & Pre-K
Total Enrollment: 32
Student/Teacher Ratio: 9:1
Religious Affiliation: Presbyterian
Special Offerings: A, C, FA, FT, M, PE

Experienced teachers lead small classrooms, focusing on academics, music, play time, and field trips. The dove is a well-know symbol of peace, love, devotion, and care of family. Dove Christian preschool strives to nurture children in that same spirit.


The Early Learning Center

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Warner Pacific College
2219 SE 68th Ave.
Portland, OR 97215
503-517-1082
warnerpacific.edu/elc

Grades/Ages: 3, 4, and 5 year olds
Total Enrollment: 25
Student/Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Special Offerings: A, FA, M, MCD, PE

The Early Learning Center is a creative, developmentally appropriate early childhood laboratory school. It provides a play-based, anti-bias curriculum that partners qualified student teachers from Warner Pacific College with students and families to create a fun learning community.


Early Learning Matters (ELM)

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1400 NE 48th Ave. Suite 108
Hillsboro, OR 97124
503-648-8917
strongthinkers.com

Grades/Ages: Preschool and Kindergarten
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:7
Religious Affiliation: None
Special Offerings: A, D, Dr, FT, G, M, MCD, PE

Your child’s early learning experiences matter! Preschool and Kindergarten at Early Learning Matters promotes a love of learning that will accompany children through their lifetime. ELM’s playful, brain-based approach fosters the development of foundational skills necessary for success. Don’t settle for average! Call ELM now to schedule your tour.


Funny Farm Early Learning Center

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7475 SW Oleson Rd. #13A
Portland, OR 97223
503-245-3107
FunnyFarmELC.com

Grades/Ages: Ages 3-5
Total Enrollment: 25
Student/Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Religious Affiliation: None
Special Offerings: A, C, D, Dr, FA, G, M, MCD, PE

Funny Farm ELC is a wonderfully unique, full day preschool that presents early education as the start of a great learning adventure, not the preparation for a 12-year sentence! We boast a fantastically fun curriculum and national award-winning teachers who are ready to sign themselves up! Commit your kid to the Funny Farm and let us give them the love of learning!


The Gan-Garrett Jewish Preschool

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9604 NE 126th Ave.
Vancouver, WA 98682
360-256-0859
TheGan.org

Grades/Ages: ages 2-5
Religious Affiliation: Jewish

The Gan, Hebrew for “garden” is a place where your child can blossom, flourish and grow to make the world around them a more beautiful place. We have created an emotionally – safe learning environment where our children feel empowered to explore ideas, skills and an understanding of self.


German American School of Portland

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3900 SW Murray Blvd
Beaverton, OR 97005
503-626-9089
gspdx.org

Grades/Ages: Preschool – 5th Gr
Total Enrollment: 164
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Religious Affiliation: None
Special Offerings: A, ADK, C, D, EC, FA, FL, FT, M, MCD, PE

Bilingual and binational curriculum, Preschool through 5th Grade. Give your child the gift of a second language! Bilingualism promotes flexibility in thinking, develops greater sensitivity to languages and cultures, improves listening skills and creates a lifelong educational advantage. Our immersion curriculum is also enriched by music, art and athletics.


Hands On Art and Play, Inc.

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2800 SE Harrison
Portland, Or. 97214
503-239-8521
handsonartandplay.com

Grades/Ages: preschool
Total Enrollment: 40 families
Student/Teacher Ratio: 5:1 and 6:1
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: A, FL, M

Hands On Art & Play offers young children a place to explore arts, crafts and music in an environment that is exciting, safe and fun. Our preschool program is designed so children can experience preschool without having to attend every day or a minimum number of days each week. At Hands On your child may attend 1,2,3,4, or 5 days a week. Hands On is also the location for summer camps, Spanish programs and yoga classes for young children.


Harmony Montessori School

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1740 SE 139th
Portland OR 97233
503-255-5337
harmony-montessori.com
Grades/Ages: 2.5 – 6 years
Total Enrollment: 62
Student/Teacher Ratio: 9:1
Religious Affiliation: None
Special Offerings: A, ADK, Dr, EC, FA, FT, M, MCD

Harmony is an authentic and flexible All-day Montessori serving SE Portland. An “Eco-healthy Childcare,” we emphasize earth education, with our materials, our Children’s Garden, and our spacious playground. We have 4- and 5-day enrollments, Full and half day options, facility hours 7:30 am – 5:30 pm.


Heartwood Preschool

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1305 NE 52nd Ave
Portland, OR 97213
503-235-0631
heartwoodpreschool.com

Grades/Ages: 3-5 yrs
Total Enrollment: 12
Student Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Special Offerings: Dr, FL, M

At Heartwood, children are encouraged to maintain their natural curiosity and love of learning while participating in a structured play-based environment. Children are exposed to art, nature, drama, gardening, Spanish, sewing, and cooking in a classroom that promotes respect for others and the environment. We are a Licensed Music Together Preschool.


Hillsboro Parent Preschool

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168 NE 8th Ave.
Hillsboro, OR 97124
503-648-4781
hillsboroparentpreschool.org

Grades/Ages: Ages 3 to 6
Total Enrollment: 36
Student/Teacher Ratio: 4.5:1
Religious Affiliation: None
Special Offerings: A, Dr, FA, FT, M, MCD

Opportunities abound for children to learn from hands-on experience in a carefully planned learning environment that includes science discovery, art and music exploration, literacy and language activities and connection to the natural world. HPP provides a unique opportunity for parent involvement and family participation. Non-profit. Eco-Healthy ChildCare certified. Peanut/Tree-Nut Free.


Horizon Christian Learning Center

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23370 SW Boones Ferry Road
Tualatin, Oregon 97062
503-691-1054
horizonlearingcenter.org

Grades/Ages: Birth- 5 years
Total Enrollment: 33
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1-10
Religious Affiliation: Lutheran: Assemblies of God
Special Offerings: A, ADK, C, Dr, EC, FA, FL, FT, M, MCD, PE, T

We Believe In Learning The most formative time in a child’s life is from birth to five years of age. In our multi-age morning preschool program we offer a positive, nurturing environment with age-appropriate learning activities that focus on gross and fine motor skills, socialization, language skills, literacy, phonics, music, bible stories and much more.


Little Garden Preschool

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503-892-6678

Grades/Ages: 3-5 yrs
Total Enrollment: 16
Student/Teacher Ratio: 8:1 max
Religious Affiliation: Jewish
Special Offerings: A, D, Dr, EC, FL, FT, G, M

Give your child a unique Jewish cultural experience, a gift that will last a lifetime! Acting, Hebrew integrated, lots of play time, gardening, animal care, nature walks, and Jewish holidays celebrated. 5 days a week, 3 days a week or 2 days a week preschool program: 8:30am – 12:30pm , after-care 12:30 – 4:00 pm


Marylhurst Early Childhood Center

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817 12th Street
Oregon City, OR 97045
503-650-0978
marylhurstecc.com

Grades/Ages: 2-K
Total Enrollment: 180
Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Religious Affiliation: n/a
Special Offerings: A, EC, FA, MCD

MECC is a prominently established 41-year old emergent curriculum preschool housed in the Barclay School building. The Marylhurst tradition is built on a partnership between teachers, children and families working together to support students intellectual, creative, and social growth in an age-appropriate manner.


Mentor Graphics Child Development Center

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8005 SW Boeckman Road
Wilsonville, OR 97070
503-685-4865

Grades/Ages: Birth to School Age
Total Enrollment: 100
Student/Teacher Ratio: 3:1 (Infant Toddler), 4:1 2′s, 7:1 (Preschool), 15:1 (school age)
Special Offerings: FT, MCD

Mentor Graphics CDC welcomes families with children, birth-preschool, in an innovative, creative learning community providing full-day, year-round care and education. Our learning community fosters the physical, cognitive and emotional well being of children by encouraging relationships with ideas, materials and each other. School Age program for district holidays and a full day summer program for children K-10 years.


Multnomah Playschool

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5500 SW Dosch Road
Portland, OR 97239
503-244-9141
multnomahplayschool.com

Grades/Ages: Preschool (3′s and 4′s) and Pre-K (4′s and 5′s)

Multnomah Playschool, a parent cooperative in SW Portland, was honored by Child Magazine as one of the “Top 10 Preschools in the U.S.”. Professional teachers, with parents, emphasize play-based learning and a unique “anti-bias” curriculum. Currently the only co-op in Portland accredited by the NAEYC, MPS offers both preschool (3s/4s) and Pre-K (4s/5s) classes.


Opal Museum School

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4015 SW Canyon Road
Portland, OR 97221
503-471-9917
portlandcm.org

Grades/Ages: Preschool and Early K
Total Enrollment: 37
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Religious Affiliation: none
Special Offerings: A, ADK, D, Dr, EC, FT, M

Portland Children’s Museum is home to Opal Museum School, a learning community of preschoolers (3 years & 6 months by September 1). School tours and enrollment are currently open. Inspired by the early childhood centers of Reggio Emilia, Italy, Opal Museum School infuses the arts and sciences throughout its curriculum.


Parent Child Preschools Organization

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PO Box 230327
Tigard, OR 97281
503-293-6161
OregonPreschools.org

Cooperative preschools offer an environment unlike any other. Guided by inspired teachers, children experience the wonder of discovery, while parents are involved in their children’s education every step of the way. Please contact PCPO to find out about our member schools.


Portland Jewish Academy Preschool

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6651 SW Capitol Hwy.
Portland, OR 97219
503-244-0126
pjaproud.org

Grades/Ages: ages 2-5
Total Enrollment: 172
Student/Teacher Ratio: varies by age; 4:1 to 10:1
Religious Affiliation: Jewish; open to all faiths
Special Offerings: A, EC, FA, M

PJA’s Preschool provides the best practices of early childhood education in a setting of Jewish awareness. We serve children from two through five years. Our dedicated teachers foster a warm, joyful environment that supports creative exploration and physical and spiritual development. PJA Preschool is certified by the State of Oregon.


Portland Kinderschule

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68 SW Miles St.
Portland, OR 97219
503-664-4732
portlandkinderschule.com

Grades/Ages: 3-5
Total Enrollment: 16
Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Special Offerings: A, FL, FT, M, MCD

Portland Kinderschule is a German immersion cooperative preschool where teachers and parents work together to provide a caring, creative environment. The German language setting supports children with a German’s native speaking background and also allows non-German speakers a chance to learn a second language at an early age.


Locations vary throughout Portland Metro Area
971-270-0470
scuola.us

Grades/Ages: 3 to 5 yrs
Total Enrollment: up to 6 children
Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Special Offerings: A, D, FL, M, MCD

The Reggio Emilia model is based on multi-sensory, child-directed learning. The Scuola preschool, taught entirely in Italian, combines many different projects with a flexible planning style, encouraging our students to learn at their own pace on multiple levels. Themes include nature, music, art, culture and reading. Please visit our website for comprehensive information.


Small Friends Preschool & Kindergarten

Category: Preschools // Posted on June 14, 2011 // Leave a Comment

7475 SW Oleson Road
Portland, OR 97223
503-388-2266
smallfriendspreschool.com

Grades/Ages: 3 – 6 yrs
Total Enrollment: 124
Student/Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Religious Affiliation: None
Special Offerings: A, Dr, M, PE

Small Friends provides a developmentally appropriate, stimulating learning environment that encourages critical thinking, creativity and self-expression in every child. Our goal is to equip students with the intellectual, social, emotional and physical skills necessary for success in elementary school and for life-long learning.


St. Matthew Catholic Preschool

Category: Preschools // Posted on June 14, 2011 // Leave a Comment

221 SE Walnut St Hillsboro, OR 97123
503-648-2512
stmatthewschoolhillsboro.org

Grades/Ages: 3-5 yrs
Total Enrollment: 40
Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Religious Affiliation: Catholic
Special Offerings: A, FT, M

St. Matthew Preschool provides your child with an introduction to learning within a nuturing, Christ-centered environment. We believe that preschool children learn best through play. We inspire a student’s natural curiosity by providing many opportunities free exploration and play.


1260 NE 132nd Ave.
Portland, OR 97230
503-253-9400
stthereseschool.org

Grades/Ages: 3 and 4 yrs
Total Enrollment: 30
Student/Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Religious Affiliation: Catholic
Special Offerings: A, FL, M, PE

The curriculum is thematic and includes Language Arts, Science, Math, Religion and Social Studies. In addition students have Music, PE and Spanish classes. The program is designed to help young children grow and gain knowledge through the use of many modes of learning. Call for a tour today.


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