Tabor Kids Club, a registered in home childcare, is now accepting children ages 2-5.

Nurture by Nature

A kinesthetic preschool

Nurture by Nature provides high quality preschool with a developmentally appropriate teacher to student ratio. ( 1:5 ) We promote learning through Exploration, Music, Art, and Kinesthetic activities while supporting your child's natural curiosity for life.  Nurture by Nature encourages children to become aware of their feelings and helps them voice their thoughts.

Wild Lilac offers a progressive Waldorf and Reggio inspired ealry childhood program for children ages six weeks through 5 years old in SE Portland!

Our homey classrooms provide children with plentiful and varied opportunities to construct knowledge about the broadening world around them using simple wooden toys, a plethora of art, building and storytelling materials, dress up clothes and silks, materials for light and shadow exploration and more!

Outside of the classroom, we explore our neighborhood and community through fieldtrips to gain a deeper understanding of the ideas we explore inside our classrooms.

 

Our teachers hold the image of each child as capable, competent, and curious and strive to meet each individual children's interests and passions with learning opportunities that inspire. It is the teacher's role to observe the children, support their learning and to gently guide them to accept challenges and solve problems. Wild Lilac teachers document the children's experiences to make their learning visible to the whole community.

At Wild Lilac, we see ourselves as a community of child and adult learners and we provide regular opportunities for parent/guardian discussions and community events for children staff and families.

Food is an important part of the culture of our school. Our cook prepares organic meals (breakfast, snack, lunch and afternoon snack) for the children that feature local and seasonal produce, whole grains, beans, and homemade breads.

Come join us for our February open houses: feb 2nd at 10am and Feb 12th at 3:30pm, to see our classrooms and learn more about our school!
Visit our website: www.wildlilac.org or our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/WildLilacCDC

Questions?

Please email us: wildlilac@wildlilac.org

Or call: 503-236-3240

LGS is a brand new home-based preschool for 3-5 year-olds

in the Sabin neighborhood now enrolling for January!

Open Houses and Five-Week Classes in Nov. & Dec.

Presents: “Redirecting Children’s Behavior”

This course is based on the work of Rudolf Dreikus,M.D., a highly noted therapist, researcher and author of Children: The Challenge.  The course is endorsed and recommended by pediatricians and mental health professionals internationally.

Through hands-on-learning, with teacher lead discussions and role-play;
We have fun learning practical skills to:
* Increase Self Esteem
* Develop Internal Motivation
* Discipline Without Scolding
* Eliminate Power Struggles
* Increase Mutual Respect
* Be Both Kind and Firm
* Reduce the Hassles, Tantrums and Tears
* Respond Effectively vs. React Emotionally
* Feel Calmer and Increase the Joy in Being a Parent/Teacher

FIVE WEEKLY CLASSES:
October 15th - November 12th
Mondays, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

LOCATION:
Violet Garden Waldorf Preschool
818 SE Lambert St. Porltand

COURSE COSTS:
$150 per person, $275 per couple
includes book and workbook

QUESTIONS AND ENROLLMENT CALL:
Jody Bothe, M.Ed. 503-230-0089

www.violetgardenpreschool.com or honoryourchild@yahoo.com

The Green Tulip Peace & Nature School has now opened its doors in SE Portland and we are currently accepting applications for fall enrollment. 

The Green Tulip School is a school that has been carefully crafted to encompass the essential components for a happy and healthy childhood. We have created a beautiful environment full of learning opportunities and materials to intrigue and stimulate curiosity and fuel a natural passion for learning.

Our school has combined various learning philosophies and created a nature filled curriculum designed to cultivate understanding and comprehension. Your child will be given the opportunity to flourish and discover their own passion. 

One of the things that make the Green Tulip Preschool stand out is our outdoor environment. We have a covered outdoor classroom fully equipped with learning opportunities and just so much fun. We have a water wall, a sandbox, building area, art and craft stations, our bunnies, our garden boxes, a fairy garden, a wild bird sanctuary, a garden, and fish. 

Our teacher has a BA in Psychology and has extensive knowledge and experience in positive discipline, empowerment, and simply bringing the best out of the children. Our classrooms are set up in a way that allows the children their creative freedom and harmony. Our children work together and support one another, our teachers are there to gently guide the children rather than manage the classroom.

We currently don't have any openings for children under 24 months.

 

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present four convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Rose Quarter, Clark Family Center and Clark Family Center Infant and Toddler Annex.

We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique
features:

Center Village: All ages are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at (503) 238-0123

Rose Quarter: Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have an August Preschool Special. We also feature an organic garden. large, outdoor play area AND complimentary Park and Ride Privileges for our parents. Come see when you call us at 
(503) 281-6800

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym, nut-free facility, Spanish and sign language instruction and August Infant and Toddler Specials. Currently, we're
offering 10% off for three months, with waived enrollment for any new infant starting in July.
Find out more when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

Our new Clark Family Infant and Toddler Annex is now open!!! Right next to our
Clark Family Center, our newest facility is Portland's ONLY infant and toddler specific center. Our wonderful new center also features an outdoor playground and organic garden, as well as a
private, quiet spot for breastfeeding moms. Come see how we've thought of everything for you and
your child when you call (503) 249-7533.

Please visit our website at
www.grandmasplacedaycare.com
to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

Hands On is celebrating our 12th year as a preschool and community center for young children! 

Hands On is located between Hawthorne and Division in SE Portland.  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. Wouldn't you love a few hours a week to yourself while your child plays and learns new skills?

Hands On teachers have all been with the school for many years.  Our small class size allows all children to receive the attention they deserve.

Hands On is also the location for other programs for preschool children. Even if your child doesn't attend our morning preschool he or she can join in the Yoga, Music, Spanish and Fiber Arts, Parent Night Out and other classes offered at Hands On!
You can learn more about Hands On on our website, www.handsonartandplay.com or by calling 503.239.8521

OPEN HOUSE:

Tuesday July 24th, 6-8:00PM

 

Your family is warmly invited to the Montessori Children's House open house on Tuesday July 24th, 6-8:00PM.  Our open houses provide an opportunity for prospective families to meet MCH staff and explore our environment.  We are currently enrolling for the 2012-2013 school year.  We also offer an optional summer program.

We currently have openings for children over 2-and-a-half years old.  Our Toddler Community (under this age) is on a waiting list basis until the second semester.

Montessori Children's House offers both  Toddler and Primary Montessori programs.  We are located in a dynamic and diverse new neighborhood, the South Waterfront, adjacent to a lovely park with good facilities, plus the Willamette River Greenway and a lot of other neighborhood amenities.  In the last couple of years, the neighborhood has attracted a number of young families with children, although our families come from a variety of other areas as well.

DO YOU NEED LAST-MINUTE/DROP-IN OR ON-CALL CHILDCARE?

 

♥ Opening for Infants, Toddlers, Pre-Schoolers ~ Full-time, Part-time, On-Call, Drop-in, Overnight, Holidays & Weekends ♥
(Ages: 3 months - 4 years)

Great Rates! ~ Quality Childcare ~ Excellent References ~  Small Group ~

**Spots Are Limited**

★  Safe / Fun / Educational / Spacious / Loving & Nurturing Environment :)

 

★  All Meals & Snacks Included!

★ Call or send us an e-mail at ABCJOY77@GMAIL.COM to reserve your child's spot today!

★ Please, visit our website for more information: WWW.ABCJOYCHILDCARE.YOLASITE.COM ***
Thank You, & Have a Wonderful Day! :)

Avant-garde Academy

(Johns Landing and SW Portland)

Media Free * Healthy Meals

Check-sheet Curriculum

No Potty Trained Prerequisite

 

http://avant-gardeacademy.com

503.550.4444

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present four convenient Portland locations: Rose Quarter, Center Village, Clark Family Center and Clark Family Center Infant and Toddler Annex.

We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique features:

 Rose Quarter

Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have infant and wobbler openings. We also feature an organic garden. large, outdoor play area AND complimentary Park and Ride Privileges for our parents. Come see when you call us at

(503) 281-6800

 

Center Village 

Wobblers and Toddlers are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at

(503) 238-0123

 

Clark Family Center

Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym, multi-lingual atmosphere with Spanish and Sign Language instruction and infant, toddler and wobbler openings. Ask about our availability when you call us at

(503) 249-7533

 

Our new Clark Family Infant and Toddler Annex is now open!!!

Right next to our Clark Family Center, our newest facility is Portland's ONLY infant and toddler specific center. Our wonderful new center also features an outdoor playground and organic garden, as well as a private, quiet spot for breastfeeding moms. Come see how we've thought of everything for you and your child when you call

(503) 249-7533

Please visit our website at www.grandmasplacedaycare.com to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

Be sure and ask about our current specials and NEW Corporate Discount Program. If you're a business, we want to partner with you!

AND.....watch for updates on our Summer Camp Program.

What our families have to say about us:

"I'm writing this email to thank Brigit's teachers for being so sweet to her while she attended Grandma's place, particularly, Stephanie. She still talks about her everyday and says how much she loves her and frequently carries the card around that she made her. Today she yelled at her dad with the card in her hand "don't ever throw this away, it would make me cry, Stephanie is the best and she made this for me!" and I just about cried! I had a rough time in every childcare center my mom put me in growing up and to know Brigit was so happy when I was away from her makes me feel so good. We will be going to Europe for the summer! And before I started preparing for that, I wanted to be sure to thank you all. Thanks again to everyone for your kindness to my little one, she's had such good (and hilarious) things to say about her experience and grandma's place!"

"I am SO happy with the care and attention my child receives at your facility that I am willing to commute out of my way to get her there, even though there is a daycare across the street from our apartment. Keep up the spectacular work!"

"It's very close to my house, and when I came for a tour, I was pleased to hear about the educational focus--it's not just babysitting, but my child will learn all kinds of skills--social and academic. I also liked that the director was willing to spend so much time showing me around and answering my questions during my tour."

Hello. I am a 25 year old mother, and part time student looking for a family in need of a part time nanny.  My family and I just moved, so I lost my job as a nanny, where I was caring for another child along with my own, within my own home. Now I’m looking for a part time child to care for outside the home, where I can potentially bring my own 2 year old daughter with me. 

 

I am highly qualified to be your nanny. Before having my own daughter, I was employed at CCLC “Children’s creative learning center”, as a full time toddler teacher. Before that, I was employed at A Childs Kingdom working mainly with toddlers, and infants. I have worked part time in a few other licensed child care centers, and I’ve been employed as a nanny for two different families. Over all, I have nine years working with children and I love doing it. 

 

I contain an abundant of skills including empathy, energy, communication, listening, playfulness, creativity, organization, multi-tasking etc.  

 

If I sound like I could be a good fit for your childcare needs, please feel free to email me at:

 

itskatelin@gmail.com

 

I look forward to hearing from you!

 

New Day School, Portland's Ananda Marga preschool, childcare center & kindergarten has openings in the Skylark kindergarten class for children turning five by Oct. 1st.

 

New Day School offers a unique Neo-Humanist curriculum which features yoga, meditation, gardening, experiential learning  and P L A Y! 

New Day has been serving families in the heart of SE Portland, since 1979.

Our kindergarten program meets state benchmarks, but gives your child space to be creative, inspired and unique along the learning journey.

In addition to offering an amazing natural outdoor playscape, beautiful simply decorated classrooms, and gentle loving teachers, New Day School's programs include before and aftercare in your monthly tuition and wholesome vegan snacks and hot lunch.

 

For enrollment information contact Heidi Lawler  at 503-231-7425  or newdayschool@gmail.com

We are currently enrolling kindergarten aged children, for the 2012-2013 school year, and wait-listing for our preschool programs.

Harmony Montessori School's Summer Program is filled with art, song, investigation and outdoor exploration. Our Montessori philosophy permeates the program with a tranquil atmosphere, which reflects the peaceful days of summer.

We have two program options available for the summer. The River Room for the younger children, 2.5 through 5 years of age and the Ocean Room for our older children ages 6-9 (with prior Montessori experience.)

We are located in SE Portland, just a few minutes east of the 205 freeway, between Division and Stark. Please see our website for schedule and enrollment details at www.harmony-montessori.com or feel free to call us at 503-255-5337

 

 

Hands On is currently enrolling for summer camps and fall 2012 preschool. Hands On Art & Play offers young children a place to explore arts, crafts and music in an environment that is exciting, safe and fun.

Each day children have many opportunities to create artwork. Art activities help children develop their creativity and sharpen fine motor skills. Children work independently on many projects, and also play and create with other children their age. The children enjoy learning together and forming friendships.

For many students, Hands on is their first school experience and first time away from home. The program's small size and nurturing staff help make that experience a happy one. Hands On encourages and supports children as they naturally strive to learn how to write, read, and count. Older children work longer on their projects and receive the individual attention they need. Our small classes allow teachers to help each child get ready for kindergarten.

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 other programs for preschool children. Even if your child doesn't attend our morning preschool he or she can join in the summer camps, Yoga, Spanish and Fiber Arts and other classes offered at Hands On!

Hands On Art & Play is located in St. David of Wales at 2800 Harrrison in SE Portland. We are not religiuosly affiliated with the church, but we love the sense of community that is building at Harrison Hill! Our preschool is one of the non-profit organizatons that shares space at Harrison Hill. You can find music classes for all ages, yoga for everyone and even an artist in residence. Need a tool? The SE tool library is also here!

For more information:

Hands On Art & Play, Inc.

Hello! I run a tiny arts preschool and alternative learning program for children 3 and up based in Hillsboro next to Mooberry Elementary. We emphasize scientific inquiry, social responsibility, play outdoors and creative experimentation. The program is led by Apolina Green, an artist and teacher. We are vegan owned and operated!

I currently have 2 FT slots and 2 PT slots available for children in families seeking a unique, creative learning environment with a maximum enrollment of 5.

Hours are Monday through Friday, 830am to 230pm with extended hours available by request only. 

Rates are $230/week for full time (M-F) and $135/week for part time (3 days or less). Tuition includes a morning snack, lunch and all supplies. Parents are asked to dedicate one half day per month for time alongside their child in the classroom.

I am a:

*State registered Family Child Care Provider
*Eco-Healthy Childcare endorsement from the Oregon Environmental Council
*Chemical-free, weapon-free home
*Gender neutral play environments
*Pesticide-free yards, gardens (check out our weeds!)
*Organic & vegan snacks & meals 
*GLBT families welcome
*Large, secure fenced yard
*Quiet neighborhood next to Mooberry Elementary School

OPEN HOUSE on May 12 from 11am to 1pm with snacks, please contact us if interested in attending. You may also schedule a tour and interview prior to this date. 

For more info, please check out our website: http://mrsyumyums.blogspot.com/

or contact us directly: 503-360-6886

Thanks!

 

Hummingbird Preschool

Alberta Arts Area

 

Morning preschool program (9-1) for children ages 3-5.  Emphasis on free play, socialization, music, art, and outdoor activities in an environment which is respectful and child-led.  Wonderful, nurturing, sweet, small school (twelve students to three teachers).  Degreed Early Childhood Educator with over eighteen years experience in the Portland area including Portland Public Schools, Head Start and North Portland Multnomah County Parent-Child Development Center.  Organic snacks, Collaborative Problem-Solving, Unconditional Parenting, RIE certified.  

For more information go to www.hummingbirdschool.com or call Kelly at 503-750-0500.

 

"You think you are a small star, when in fact you contain the entire universe..."

The first three years of your child's life are some of the most important - and the quality of care received during this crucial time of development prove to have a lasting effect.   We understand this and strive to create a loving, play-filled environment which nourishes the uniqueness of your child body, mind, heart and soul.

We also know what a difficult decision it is to find the right kind of care for your little ones.  If you are working parents with a need for full time care, we are there for you.  If you are a stay at home mom who simply needs a day or two a week reprieve, we are there for you.  

We might be a good match for you:

• If you have children ages 0-3 (our lil' green beans) or 3-5 (our growing green beans).
• If you value living a green and sustainable lifestyle.
• If you value natural parenting.
• If you want your child eating mostly homemade, organic and Gluten Free meals.
• If you believe in the magic of play, make believe, getting dirty, and celebrating life and learning through music, art, science and movement.

We are currently located in the Mt. Park area of Lake Oswego with a vision of growing into a larger home, with an organic garden, outside play structure, and chickens.  We want to create a community that comes together to make a positive difference in our community and children's lives.  

If you want to be a part of our vision, please visit our FB page at  http://www.facebook.com/LilGreenBeansDaycare.  Our website www.lilgreenbeansdaycare.com is a project in the works, but you can find a great deal of basic info there right now. 

You can also call Jenn, the Director, at 650-430-4115, or email her at Jenntasnim@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Please feel free to join us this Saturday, March 24th at 11 until 2, to see if we might be a good match for your childcare needs!  If this time doesn't work for you, lets schedule a private meet and greet at your earliest convenience.

 

Open Minds Preschool is currently enrolling for fall in our preschool, pre-K and kindergarten classes.

Our programs include:

• a state certified facility led by a licensed teacher
• environmentally friendly practices
• developmentally appropriate curriculum
• daily indoor and outdoor play
• music
• art
• stories
• organic, vegetarian snacks and lunch (restricted diets gladly accommodated!)

Our pre-K class for children age 4 by November meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am to 12:55 pm. We prepare children for kindergarten by encouraging strong social development and a love of school, alongside playful activities that build skills in literacy, number sense, scientific curiosity, and listening and speaking skills.

 

Our kindergarten class for children age 5 by November meets each afternoon from 1pm to 4pm. Children learn reading and writing through the imaginative  Starfall curriculum, enhanced with activites in science, social studies, math, music and art, all within the context of a comfortable preschool environment. This class is ideal for the child who shows interest in literacy but is too young to begin public kindergarten, as well as kindergarten aged children who might learn better in a comfortable small group environment tailored to their developmental level.

Our preschool class for children age 3 by November meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 12:55 pm. Space is very limited for fall! We do have current openings for children who are 3 1/2 to 4 1/2.

Please read the details at www.openmindspreschool.com and contact us to schedule a tour with your child. We look forward to hearing from you!

Painting in the art room

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. Our small class size allows all children to receive the attention they deserve.

Hands On is also the location for other programs for preschool children. Even if your child doesn't attend our morning preschool he or she can join in the summer camps, yoga, garden club and Spanish and other afternoon classes offered at Hands On!

For more information, questions or tours contact Jennifer@handsonartandplay.com

Hands On Art & Play, Inc. 2800 SE Harrison Portland, Or. 97214 503.239.8521www.handsonartandplay.com

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Planting our garden

Drumming with a visiting musician

Self-portrait

Brooklyn Preschool was founded in 1971 on the belief that children and parents benefit from sharing in a learning atmosphere. At Brooklyn, we offer open-ended activities to allow children to make choices in their work and play while engaging with other children. We also enable and empower children to develop a sense of confidence and strong self-esteem. Different learning styles are supported by many kinds of activities which promote social, emotional, creative, physical and intellectual development.

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present three convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Rose Quarter and Clark Family Center.

OPEN HOUSE Sunday March 18, 10 am.  Please RSVP  503-922-0045

Tender Leaf Preschool is a newly opened Neo-Humanist preschool in Southwest Portland.  We are a home based program serving children 2.5 to 5 years of age. 

We offer a full day program. Our hours of operation are 8:00 am -- 4:30 pm with extended hours available.

For enrollment, call 503-922-0045 or email to hello(at)tenderleaf.org

What we offer:

• Safe, nurturing, child-centered classroom environment
• A curriculum designed for children to find their individual gifts and to gain confidence in their inner strength 
• Our program includes yoga, healthy lifestyle, artistic exploration, and sustainable practices
• A learning approach that will uncover the child’s thirst for knowledge in a play based curriculum
• Whole-food based, organic, vegan snacks and lunch provided

Didi Ananda Krsnapriya and Jiiva Priya (longtime Director and Teacher of the highly acclaimed New Day School in Southeast Portland) welcome you to share the joy of yoga and neo-humanist education at their new location in Southwest Portland. 

Please visit our website and blog :  

www.tenderleaf.org  

http://www.theblisswithin.blogspot.com

TENDER LEAF PRESCHOOL
2028 SW Canby St, Portland, OR 97219
503-922-0045

Hello my name is Gnora Gumanow and I will be teaching private swim lessons and running a babysitting service all summer long (from May 7-August 31st).

I am a current sophomore at Ohio Wesleyan University studying psychology and spanish. I will be in Portland all summer.

I have been a swim instructor employed with Portland Parks and Recreation for 4 years and I have built a lot of experience through teaching with them. I am also a certified lifeguard with infant, child, and adult CPR and first aid training. For lessons I will figure out a pool plan with each family individually. I am also willing to babysit during the day or at night for kids over the age of 2. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I have a lot of experience working with kids. I was a camp counselor last summer and I would be willing to take the kids to the zoo, or to the park to play games.

I am very flexible with hours and activities so you and I can talk about what you want your kids doing during the summer when they are under my care. I usually charge around 20 an hour for swim lessons plus any pool fees, and 12 dollars an hour for babysitting, this can all be negotiated between me and parents. 

If you are interested please feel free to email me.

Email: nrgumano@owu.edu

 

Childswork Learning Center is currently enrolling students for the fall of 2012.  Childswork Learning Center is a non-profit early childhood education school located in Southeast Portland, Oregon.  We serve children ages 2 through Kindergarten.  Since 1984, our school has served a diverse population of children and families, focusing on the development of the whole child with respect and compassion.

Childswork is a safe place for children to explore, take chances, make messes and learn through play. At Childswork we nurture wonder, we embrace joy, and we foster discovery.

Visit us at www.childswork.org or call us at 503-234-3611 to set up a tour.

Creative Minds Learning Centers are Eco Certified, recently selected as Oregon Program of Quality schools and voted #1 by Red Tricycle Families! Since 1997, Creative Minds has been serving communities in Portland. Please join us at our Kindergarten Open House being held at our beautiful Gateway, Broadway and Sellwood school campuses on 2/25 from 10:00 am- 1:00 pm. Meet our amazing and educated Kindergarten Teachers and check out the classroom and curriculum. Accepting applications for the 2012 / 2013 school year. Space is limited as we are only accepting ten students per class. Please visit our website: Creative Minds Website

 

Hands On Art & Play

Preschool and Summer Camps

Open House

Tuesday, Feb. 21        2 - 4 PM

 and

Open House & Art Show*

Saturday, March 3          10 AM to 12 PM

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.

Our small class size allows all children to receive the attention they deserve.

 Hands On is also the location for other programs for preschool children.

Even if your child doesn't attend our morning preschool he or she can join in the summer camps, yoga, Spanish and other afternoon classes offered at Hands On!

 For more information, questions or tours contact Jennifer@handsonartandplay.com

Hands On Art & Play, Inc.

 2800 SE Harrison

Portland, Or. 97214

 503.239.8521

www.handsonartandplay.com

 

Wild Lilac offers a progressive Waldorf and Reggio inspired preschool program for children ages 2 years old through 5 years old in Inner SE Portland!

In Daffodil House, our program for 2-3.5 year olds, we offer a morning program (8:30am-12:30pm) and a full day program (8:30am-4:00pm).
At Iris House, our program for 3.5-5 year olds (or kindergarten-ready), we offer a morning program (8:00am-1:00pm) and a full day program (8:00am-4:00pm).

Our in-home classrooms provide children with plentiful and varied opportunities to construct knowledge about the broadening world around them using simple wooden toys, a plethora of art, building and storytelling materials, dress up clothes and silks, materials for light and shadow exploration and more.

Outside of the classroom, we explore our neighborhood and community through fieldtrips to gain a deeper understanding of the ideas we explore inside our classrooms.

Our teachers hold the image of each child as capable, competent, and curious and strive to meet each individual children's interests and passions with learning opportunities that inspire. It is the teacher's role to observe the children, support their learning and to gently guide them to accept challenges and solve problems. Wild Lilac teachers document the children's experiences to make their learning visible to the whole community.

At Wild Lilac, we see ourselves as a community of child and adult learners and we provide regular opportunities for parent/guardian discussions and community events for children staff and families.

Food is an important part of the culture of our school. Our cook prepares organic meals (breakfast, snack, lunch and afternoon snack) for the children that feature local and seasonal produce, whole grains, beans, and homemade breads.
Come join us for our February open house to see our spaces and learn more about our school!
Visit our website at www.wildlilac.org

Questions?

Please email us: wildlilac@wildlilac.org

Or call: 503-236-3240

Childswork Learning Center is a non-profit early childhood school serving children ages 2 through Kindergarten.  We are a play-based school with an emergent curriculum.  Childswork Learning Center offers tours four times a month.  Tours are a great opportunity to visit classrooms, tour our facility and hear about our school.  Please call to make your tour reservation at 503-234-3611.

www.childswork.org

Who are we?

Portland Circle of Friends and Family Preschool has been in existence as a cooperative preschool in Portland, Oregon since the fall of 1996. The preschool is operated by parents and continues to provide a valuable education service, at a low cost, to families within the community.

Mission Statement

Portland Circle of Friends and Family Preschool serves young children by providing a developmentally appropriate play-based program, which builds high self-esteem and encourages problem solving skills.

Our Philosophy

Circle of Friends offers an experiential hands-on learning environment, encouraging independence, positive social interactions and meaningful learning experiences.

We believe in helping children build high self-esteem in a non-competitive atmosphere, an atmosphere where personal challenges are valued as a natural happening from which we learn. We believe that helping children learn to accept what is beautifully unique about themselves, others and the world around them, is of primary importance.

 

Portland Circle of Friends is located at 9015 SE Rural St. Rm # 2 in Portland, Oregon next to Kelly Elemetary. We are currently enrolling for both classes, Butterflies, ages 4s and 5s are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am-noon, tuition is $95 per month. Caterpillars, ages 2s and 3s are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am-11:30am, tuition is $70 per month. There is a one time registration fee of $60. Please contact Lindsey at 503-880-7123 or go to our site and leave us a note at PortlandCircleofFriends.org

Oregon Hope Chinese School Mandarin Kids is a state certified Chinese Mandarin immersion preschool for children ages 3-5. Our comprehensive program provides high quality Chinese language and culture immersion through music, art, games, pretend play, storytelling and other daily activities. Our teacher to student ratio for the preschool class is 1:7 and the Kindergarten class is 1:8.

School hours are 8.30 am to 3.30 pm Monday to Friday. Afterschool care is available from 3.30pm to 5.30 pm. We are conveniently located at 14986 NW Cornell Rd. Portland, OR, 97229.

For more information please visit our website at www.oregon-hope.org or contact us at info@oregon-hope.org.

We have a fun and challenging program with a focus on group dynamics and individual responsibility.  Our mission is to help our friends unveil their intelligence and to become confident and comfortable for next year's challenges (kindergarten).

School begins Jan 9th and ends June 13th.  Class is from 12-4; Mon-Fri.

We have a teacher to student ratio of 1:4,  a wonderful inside and outside space, a stimulating and rehearsed curriculum, and exceptional documentation.

Please visit our website to learn all about our values, curriculum, and teachers- www.sumnerkinderprep.com.  Email us at logan.woodyard@gmail.com or call at 361-701-2312.

Portland Language Art (PLA) is a new child care facility in NW Portland. It is located off Cornel Rd and NW 102nd Ave, cross street from Cedar Mill Elementary School, just outside of Forest Heights. PLA owner/operator Lillian Sun just received her child care license and will open Jan 2, 2012 (can take child sooner if you need). Lillian is a loving and caring mom, who has two boys (4 and 6). More than three years ago, when Lillian was frustrated by finding her older son a good quality preschool, she started to have this idea of having her own child care/preschool. In past three years, Lillian has visited many preschool programs, attended early childhood workshops, and done research on preschool education. The result is Portland Language Art, a new child care/preschool facility that provides children an opportunity to pick up a foreign language while he/she plays in a clean, healthy, safe and purposely prepared environment that supports learning and creativity. PLA does plan to provide multiple foreign languages in future (which helps brain development and prepare child for global market). For the time being, since Lillian is native Mandarin speaker herself, she will provide Mandarin to children. In doing her research on preschool teaching methods, Lillian was highly influenced by Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach. Lillian has designed in her mind that her program will be a Montessori based but Reggio inspired preschool program --- mixed age group, each child has own curriculum that allows child progress at own pace, but will utilized more visual arts and music which helps creativity.

 

Lillian and children

Front-yard of PLA

Children's playbox

Classroom

Ann (our Violin Instructor) with 4 budding violinists

 

Preschool and full time daycare are offered in a nurturing in-home environment. The director is a credentialed teacher who has Montessori certification and 20+ years of teaching experience. This school is newly opened and currently enrolling children ages 2 1/2 - 6 years. We think you will be pleased with our resaonable tuition. Call and come see our facilitiy. We look forward to meeting you! 

Visit our website at:  www.secretgardenmontessori.net

Student spaces are limited - apply now!

Diane Scott
Director
503.964.1221
thesecretgardenpreschool@gmail.com

My daughter just turned 2 and has become obsessed with the idea of going to school. We weren't planning on sending her to preschool until next year, but she's asking again and again and anytime we're out and see a preschool she tries to follow them back to school.

I work from home and am able to watch her full time, so am not looking for traditional daycare--nor do I have the budget for that. I'd love someplace she can go for 2 days or so for half days, so she can have the structure of a school-type situation and meet other kids. I have scoured the web looking for co-ops and other options and haven't really come up with much. Most places take only 3 year olds (and up) or are full day daycare situations. 

Any advice, ideas or recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! Please feel free to message me at nicmmiller at gmail dot com.

 

New Day School, Portland's Ananda Marga preschool, childcare center and kindergarten has  two part week openings, in our preschool program. 

New Day has been serving Portland families since 1979-

Offering a unique Neo-Humanist curriculum, along with gardening, vegan meals, music and art. 

We are blessed with  an amazing outdoor space, that features a natural playscape, with a beautiful custom, cedar playsturcture, with a climbing wall, bridges and tree house.

Our program is  based on ethical values-   

simple living, service and kindness which are  relflected  throughout our program with green practices and gentle loving interactions with our children.

We value & embrace diversity and welcome DHS families. 

New Day School offers sliding scale tuition.

 

For enrollment information & tours contact Heidi at 503-231-7425  e-mail us at newdayschool@gmail.com

 

  The squirrels are nervous about our appearance - chattering angrily at us! Armed with magnifying lenses and bug boxes and spoons, we hunt and explore for whatever is lurking under rotting logs, in the bark of trees, or near the water's edge. We hike and sing and hear stories about nature, but we also create our own stories as we go - pretending to be hungry hawks chasing songbirds or coyotes on the prowl for lunch. We do not shy away from the rain, but rejoice in it with puddle stomping and soup making. We are young and energetic and curious - we are Nuts About Nature!!! Does your child want to join us?

There's still space in our SE Portland Nuts About Nature fall classes!!! For eager & curious 3-4 yr olds (Mondays or Thursdays) and 3-5 yr olds (Fridays), we offer "Lil' Nature Kids" - a small group class that includes exploration, songs, stories, and nature play. For children a bit older (4-5 yr olds) we have "Nature Preschool" (Tuesday mornings or afternoons). Nature Preschool combines developmentally appropriate preschool skills and activities with a weekly nature theme. Children learn ecological topics using hands-on activities, art, music, exploration and play. For children already in elementary school, we have "Nature's Playground" - a class for 6-7 yr olds that focuses on the needs and interests of older kids, primarily stealth games, exploration, theater, art and nature play.

Check out the full brochure online at www.portlandonline.com/parks/preschool. Contact Chrissy Larson with questions by email at chrissy.larson@portlandoregon.gov or by phone at 503-823-1149.

 

 

 

New Day School Portland's Ananda Marga preschool, childcare center and kindergarten

 

has two part week,  openings for 3 & 4 year olds

 

New Day School offers a unique Neo-Humanist curriculum based on core ethical values

 

New Day has a huge natural outdoor play-scape, fruit trees and vegetable gardens. 

 

We are outdoors rain or shine all year round, enjoying focused and free play nature study.

 

New Day School offers an introduction to yoga and meditation, focused garden classes, as well as arts & crafts and lots of  P L A Y !  Our days are full of routine, whimsy, wonder and community.

 

New Day School has been serving children since 1979

We offer sliding scale tuition, which included before and after care, wholesome vegan meals and  beautiful classroom materials.  

 

For enrollment information, please contact Heidi (503-231-7425) M-F from 8:00-Noon.

  Toddler Montessori program- 2 spaces for Fall 2011

 

 

 

YUM YUM'S ARTS PRESCHOOL An alternative, arts-based preschool program for children up to 6 years, we are based in Hillsboro next to Mooberry Elementary. We emphasize scientific inquiry, social responsibility and creative experimentation.

We have a vegetarian/vegan and organic focus. Our home is an eco-healthy certified child care environment. The program is led by an artist and instructor with an MA in Fine Art and prior experience working within arts education. 

Our hours are 830 to 430pm, Monday through Friday

Extended hours possible depending on parent need

Rates:

Rates are $235/week for full time and $125/week for part time (20 hours or less). 

Children under 2: $265/week for full time and $150/week for part time. 

For more info, please visit our blog: http://mrsyumyums.blogspot.com/

State Certified Concordia Montessori

Concordia Montessori in NE Portland is an enriching community for students aged 2.5 - 6 years old that opened September 1st, 2010.  We are proud to offer an affordable, high quality, in-home educational childcare option for working families in our NE neighborhood. 

We feature:

State and eco-certification

A 1:5 ratio with two Montessori trained guides

A full range of authentic Montessori materials and manipulatives

French language instruction

Yoga practice

A year-round, all-weather outdoor play area, including an organic vegetable garden

Flexible and affordable full-day schedules

Nutritious, organic, whole food meals and snacks served family style

A dynamic art curriculum

Please visit our website for more information on our program and to learn how to apply for our  remaining opening.

www.concordiamontessori.com

 

Writing

Math

  

Sensorial

 

Practical Life

Sculpture and painting

 

www.childswork.org

Childswork Learning Center is a non-profit early childhood education school located in Southeast Portland, Oregon. Since 1984, our school has served a diverse population of children and families, focusing on the development of the whole child with respect and compassion.

Childswork is a safe place for children to explore, take chances, make messes and learn through play. At Childswork we nurture wonder, we embrace joy, and we foster discovery.

Mission Statement:

Childswork Learning Center is a community dedicated to excellence in developmentally appropriate early childhood education, where each child and family is respected in an environment that supports lifelong learners.

Our Philosophy:

Play is a child’s work. Play is a child’s response to life. It is the way children discover themselves and the world around them.

Our Core Values:

• We appreciate childhood as a unique and valuable stage of human development.
• We believe in aligning curriculum and practices with current child development research.
• We value and support the bond between the child and family.
• We recognize that children are best understood and supported in the context of family, culture, community and society.
• We respect the dignity, worth and uniqueness of every individual.
• We embrace diversity in children, families and colleagues.
• We believe that children and adults achieve their full potential in the context of relationships that are based on trust and respect.
• We recognize all members of the community as lifelong learners.
• We engage in direct dialogue and problem solving in our community.

Our curriculum is a natural extension of our community’s view of children. We view children as unique and competent learners, capable of investigation and problem solving. As such, we provide a play-based, developmentally appropriate environment in which we build an emergent and constructivist curriculum with our students.

In an emergent curriculum, investigation topics “emerge” from our students. We observe children in order to identify interests and select topics as a class. In supported small and large group settings, we explore concepts in a hands-on manner. Our investigations are shaped by the students’ decision making; children truly learn how to learn.

Our teachers use their strong knowledge of child development to support children’s learning and play. Teachers observe and structure the environment to encourage wonder, discovery and meaningful learning.

Childswork’s curriculum was also founded on the inspirational work of Jean Piaget, Lev Vygotsky and Reggio Emilia. Their influence is still alive and well in our classrooms today.

Childswork adheres to the Oregon Early Childhood Foundations (PDF), which are woven into our curriculum.

Parent-Child Twos Class

The Parent-Child Twos class is a gentle introduction to the routines of preschool with the reassurance of a parent close by. The two-hour class is structured to include playtime with parents and other children, snack time, story time, choice time and circle time. During part of the class parents gather in one area of the room to discuss parenting issues and challenges with a positive support group. Each class will have a Parent Coach to lead discussions with the adults and a Toddler Teacher to work with the children. There will be a maximum of 10 children/parents in the class. To register, please fill out the Parent-Child Registration form.

2.7 - 3 Year Old Classes (children who turn 3 by December 31st)

What a wonderful beginning to your child’s preschool experience! This class for our young learners has a ratio of 6:1 with two teachers. Our play-based philosophy is balanced with introducing children to some of the routines of a typical school day with circle time, choice time, snack time and outdoor time. This class supports the transition from parallel to beginning cooperative play. Self-help skills are taught as the children learn how to become more independent. This class is available MWF or TTH.

3 Year Old Classes

Our three year old class provides a fabulous opportunity for children to explore, investigate and create. The world is a big adventure at this age. Our teachers follow their student’s lead in developing a curriculum that embraces their needs and interests. This class also guides children with their social-emotional development and helps lay a foundation for success. This class has a ratio of 8:1 with two teachers. This class is available MWF or TTH

4-5 Year Old Classes

In this age group there is a greater ability for children to work together, to create a community and to cooperate. These skills are incorporated into our emergent curriculum as we work on projects together that meet their interests. At this age literacy and numeracy are also woven into the play-based curriculum as a means, not an ends to achieving their goals. Social-emotional development and conflict resolution skills are essential at this stage, especially as children are developing new skills for group interaction. This class has a ratio of 9:1 with two teachers. Classes are offered three, four or five days a week.

Mixed-age class

Mixed-age interaction among young children can offer a variety of developmental benefits to all participants. Blended-age groups can have unique benefits, facilitating and enriching children's development. Just as with our other groups, our emergent curriculum guides our daily exploration. Our mixed age classes are offered two, three, four and five days a week with a ratio of 8:1 or 9:1, depending on the mix of students, and two teachers.

2 PT/FT openings available in our alternative, home-based preschool program starting August 1.

Current enrollment is 5, maximum will be 6 with a teacher:student ratio of 1:6. We have two students moving at the end of the summer, so we will be filling their spots. 

Rates are $205/week for full time (40 hours per week maximum, excluding scheduled naps), $125/week for part time (20 hours or less).
Hours are Monday through Friday, 745am to 530pm. Occasional weekends, evenings, early morning starts or late pickups are possible for an additional fee.

*State registered care 
*Pediatric CPR certification
*Oregon Food Handler's Card
*Eco-Healthy Childcare endorsement from the Oregon Environmental Council
*Chemical-free, weapon-free home
*Organic & vegetarian/vegan snacks, meals
*GLBT families welcome
*Large, secure fenced yard
*Quiet neighborhood next to Mooberry Elementary School

Please visit our website:

http://mrsyumyums.blogspot.com/

phone: 503-360-6886

 

New Program Opening Fall 2011

  

Cedar Montessori school is a full day Montessori Program located in SW Portland. CMS is opening a second preschool classroom to support the needs of families looking for part time Montessori education. 

 

Fulton Montessori School offers a unique learning environment for children and their families; specializing in the authentic Montessori education of preschool and kindergarten aged children.  All of our teachers are A.M.I. certified and hold bachelors or masters degrees in education.

 

***Enrollment is open for children 3 years-6years/kindergarten***

 

8am -12pm or 9am-1pm*

 

Full week (5d) ~ $550

Monday–Thursday (4d) ~ $500

Tuesday-Thursday (3d) ~ $450

 

*Afternoon programs are also available through Portland Parks and Recreation at the Fulton Community Center.  Please speak to Hilary for more details.

 

For more information about Montessori education please visit our web site, www.cedarmontessorischool.org

 

To learn more about Fulton Montessori School please call 503-892-5930 or email, hilary@cedarmontessorischool.org