Trillium Preschool will be hosting an open house for returning and prospective families!

We are a constructivist, Reggio inspired school, and we view all children as capable partners in their learning. We value relationships and rich experiences, and design curriculum around a child's natural curiosities and wonderings.

For the 2012-2013 school year, we are expanding our programs to include kindergarten aged children. Our schedule options are full days or mornings  with 2, 3, or 5 days.

Where: Trillium Charter School 5420 N. Interstate Ave. Portland, Oregon 97217

When: Thursday, February 23rd, 6:30pm-7:30pm

*Website: http://trilliumcharterschool.org/preschool/

Light refreshments will be served: we hope to meet you soon!

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.

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 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

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently reserving for the April 2, 2012 opening of our new Clark Family Annex! Our newest center will specialize exclusively in Infant and Toddler Care and feature a garden and outdoor play space. Reserve now through our April 2, 2012 opening and enjoy waived enrollment fees! (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.

Also, look for our new Tri-met Text Campaign while waiting for your bus or Max!

Peninsula Children's Center is excited to announce a new partnership with Mr. Ben! He'll be providing weekly music lessons in our classrooms on Fridays, and we couldn't be more excited about adding a formal music component to our program.

Another exciting new enhancement to our facility is our freshly installed preschool playground climbing wall, funded by a grant from the Nike Employee Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation and the Portland Development Commission's Interstate Corridor Urban Renewal Area Community Livability program.

As part of our ongoing relationship with Multnomah County Library and the Raising a Reader program we have a new Library Volunteer Chris “Cricket” who reads stories to the Junior and Preschool children every month as an auxillary to our existing literacy efforts in the classroom.  Chris is a retired kindergarten teacher certified in special education with a masters degree in Reading and Literacy, so she has lots to offer! 

All these exciting new developments, and our amazing $600 tuition credit for families who enroll in the month of February make now the perfect time to contact Peninsula for a tour. 

As one of our newly enrolling families said,

"Today was just the first moment I really began to feel that I would move my daughter away from her current preschool, which we really, really love. But we were just so, so impressed with Peninsula. As a teacher and as a parent, I'm just really impressed by the thoughtfulness and professionalism that's evident on your website and in person. I think our children will love being at your center."

We have openings now for children ages 12 months - 5 years old!

Please visit our website at www.penchild.org for more information and/or contact Natalie at (503) 280-0534, ext. 33 or natalie@penchild.org. She would love to talk with you today about our program and how we can fit your family’s needs. We look forward to hearing from you!

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

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.

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 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

Clark Family Center: Our large, nut-free Powell Blvd facility offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently reserving for the March 12, 2012 opening of our new Clark Family Annex! Our newest center will specialize exclusively in Infant and Toddler Care and feature a garden and outdoor play space. Reserve now through our March 12, 2012 opening and enjoy waived enrollment fees! (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.

State Certified Concordia Montessori

Please join Creative Minds Learning Centers on 2/25 from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm for our Kindergarten Open House being held at our beautiful Gateway, Broadway and Sellwood Campuses! We will be accepting applications for the 2012 - 2013 school year. Only 10 students per class! Sign up before 3/5/12, receive $100 off registration fee, $25 off tuition (locked in for the school year!) and $25 off books fees. Once the classroom reaches ten students, we will be begin a wait list.

Please visit our website: Creative Minds Website for more information about our exceptional schools.

Experienced childcare provider looking for a family to work with. I would prefer a long-term, full-time (30-40 hours weekly) position but would consider part-time (15-25 hours minimum weekly) as well. I have multiple years of experience (total of 10 years childcare experience) working with children ages 0-8. Great families for you to contact that can attest to my ability to be on-time and engaging with children of any age.

I am well-versed in Montessori learning style as well as a bit of knowledge in attachment parenting. Comfortable with cloth diapers (assisting with diaper laundry and children's laundry as well) and feeding expressed milk as well. I'm flexible, easy-going and a great communicator. I am happy to provide a daily rundown of what we did, etc.

I'm cpr/first aid certified, have taken the RRCAN class, am in the process of completing my food handlers certification, and am enrolled in Oregon Criminal History Registry # (for working in a childcare center). Previously background checked through DHS for 3 years, open to having background check run as well as having two through reputable childcare sites (sittercity.com and care.com). Non-smoker, valid license/insurance and reliable vehicle for transportation (Plymoth Neon, seats 5 total).

Engaging and active; I do multiple activities with children from sensory play (shaving cream, paint, play dough, etc.) to arts and crafts with older children. Familiar with assisting in school-aged learning, assisting with writing/reading, spelling, abc's, 123's, colors, shapes, etc. Primary focus working with children ages 0-6.

I can and will take your children on outings if you would like, am able to assist with errand running/shopping if necessary as well as light household chores (dishes unloaded or loaded, light sweeping, child laundry/room cleanup, etc.). I love going to the park even if it's wet, and love to puddle jump!

Available for any weekly schedule, weekends as well.

If you're interested, please feel free to email me with all pertinent information such as: your care needs (frequency, total hours, daily schedule if varied), a bit about your family/children (names/ages/a bit about them) and what you are expecting to pay.

My hourly rate is $12.50 per hour, for 1-2 children. I base my price on your needs, family size, as well as location and am slightly flexible with families that can provide me with stability as I can for them. :)

For inquiry/interest please email educatoralicia@gmail.com or call (971)-217-8414. If I do not answer please leave a message; I do not return calls without one since I can't be sure who I am attempting to contact!

Thanks!

OPEN HOUSE:

Wednesday February 8th, 6-7:30PM

Your family is warmly invited to the Montessori Children's House open house on Wednesday February 8th, 6-7:30PM.  Our open houses provide an opportunity for prospective families to meet MCH staff and explore our environment.  We are currently enrolling for the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 school years.

We currently have openings for Toddlers (15 months - 36 months) and Primary children (3-6).

Montessori Children's House offers both  Toddler and Primary Montessori programs.  Located in Portland's newest neighborhood, the South Waterfront, we are still relatively 'undiscovered.'  

We have mixed-age groups -- a Toddler Community (for children 15 months - 36 months) and two Primary classes ranging from three years (or a bit younger) up through kindergarten age. In 2010-2011 we had one primary class; this year (2011-2012) we have expanded our program in order to run two Primary classes.   We are enrolling children now and do not yet have a waiting list.  Remaining spaces are limited, however, especially in the toddler community.

Check our website for information about our Summer Program.

'We toured a total of six schools before we found the right one for our daughter. We even enrolled her in another one prior to Montessori Children's House only to pull her out because we were disappointed in our experience there. I wish that we had discovered this school sooner! It would have saved us a lot of stress.'

'The space itself is gorgeous, all new, beautiful learning areas, just what you would imagine a top notch Montessori school to look like...The location on South Waterfront is very easy to get to and from, parking is right in front of the main door and the teachers will even greet the kids at your car. We highly recommend Montessori Children’s House!'

3626 SW Bond Ave, Portland OR, 97239

email: info@childrenshousepdx.com

phone: 503.360.1179

website: http://childrenshousepdx.com/

Contact us today!

Lotus Heart Preschool is a play based preschool program located in SW Portland for 3-5 yr olds.

Please join us for one of our upcoming Open Houses:

Wed. February 8th 5-7pm, or Thurs. March 8th 5-7pm. Children are welcome to attend. RSVP for this event by phone or email.

We are Eco Healthy certified, and our philosophy is inspired by Waldorf education and the schools of Reggio Emilia. We have a strong emphasis on art and environmental education. Sign Language and Spanish are part of our daily curriculum. Our day provides time for creative play and art, gardening, baking, storytelling/theater, and visiting our neighborhood park. We sing, rhyme, play cooperative games, and do creative movement and yoga at our daily circle time. We provide a morning tea time with organic healthy snacks, children bring lunch from home.

We offer a morning program, 9am-1pm Mon- Fri.  You may choose how many days per week your child attends.

Visit our website or call for more information on our teacher, tuition, and to reserve a space for the 2012-2013 school year.

www.lotusheartpreschool.com

503-452-6148

have a wonderful day!

Hello!

Experienced childcare provider looking for a family to work with. I recently finished a short-term position in SE Portland and would love to find a part or full-time position. I have multiple years of experience (total of 10 years childcare experience) working with children ages 0-8. Great families for you to contact that can attest to my ability to be on-time and engaging with children of any age.

I am well-versed in Montessori learning style as well as a bit of knowledge in attachment parenting. Comfortable with cloth diapers (assisting with diaper laundry and children's laundry as well) and feeding expressed milk as well. I'm flexible, easy-going and a great communicator. I am happy to provide a daily rundown of what we did, etc.

I'm cpr/first aid certified, have taken the RRCAN class, am in the process of completing my food handlers certification, and am enrolled in Oregon Criminal History Registry # (for working in a childcare center). Previously background checked through DHS for 3 years, open to having background check run as well as having two through reputable childcare sites (sittercity.com and care.com). Non-smoker, valid license/insurance and reliable vehicle for transportation (Plymoth Neon, seats 5 total).

Engaging and active; I do multiple activities with children from sensory play (shaving cream, paint, play dough, etc.) to arts and crafts with older children. Familiar with assisting in school-aged learning, assisting with writing/reading, spelling, abc's, 123's, colors, shapes, etc. Primary focus working with children ages 0-6.

I can and will take your children on outings if you would like, am able to assist with errand running/shopping if necessary as well as light household chores (dishes unloaded or loaded, light sweeping, child laundry/room cleanup, etc.). I love going to the park even if it's wet, and love to puddle jump!

Available for any weekly schedule, weekends as well.

If you're interested, please feel free to email me with all pertinent information such as: your care needs (frequency, total hours, daily schedule if varied), a bit about your family/children (names/ages/a bit about them) and what you are expecting to pay.

My hourly rate for locations within 15 miles of my home is $11.50 per hour, for 1-2 children. I base my price on your needs, family size, as well as location and am slightly flexible with families that can provide me with stability as I can for them. :)

For inquiry/interest please email educatoralicia@gmail.com or call (971)-217-8414. If I do not answer please leave a message; I usually do not return calls without one, since I am not aware of who was trying to reach me or if it was a wrong number. :)

Thanks!

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

Hello.  I am providing care just across the river in Vancouver.  I run an in-home child care with a very small group of children.

 “The e nvironment must be rich in motives which lend interest to activity and invite the child to conduct his own experiences.” -Maria Montessori

Children benefit from being able to explore the environment around them inside and outside.  This includes having materials available for them to learn about, touch, explore and for it to be safe to do so.  I believe in making materials for the children to use from ordinary items at home.  This can include anything you might find in the recycle bin: bottle caps, boxes, paper, toilet paper rolls, jars etc.  While outside children should be free to learn about plants/trees, watch animals and insects and run free. This can be done by taking nature walks, exploring the backyard or simply bringing in items from nature to use for projects or simply to observe.  We also do bike riding, digging in the sand box and drawing with chalk.

There are many reasons why parents might need to find a provider to care for their children.  I provide a safe environment in my home with a loving and nurturing caregiver who is very patient and understanding.  I believe in respecting the child as a whole and this will include how I talk and interact with them.  For example letting children learn to feed themselves, pouring milk or juice, answering questions the child might have or just simply giving the child encouragement when trying to accomplish a goal. 

I also offer respite care and was a former respite care worker with the State of Washington for families that have children with special needs.  I have experience working with children with: Autism, Down's Syndrome, ADHD/ADD, blind, deaf, non-walking/cerebral palsy, Sensory Integration, drug addiction and children that need more social interaction in general.  I also have training in several different philosophies including: Montessori, RIE and Reggio.  I try and incorporate the children's art work into our environment along with pictures of the children in play.



I also bring with me:
*Former Preschool Teacher
*Current CPR & First Aid Certification
*Montessori Training

Please contact me for more information and if you want to schedule a meeting!

Motherof3invancouver@gmail.com

Have a great day!

State Certified Concordia Montessori

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.

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 infant and pre-school 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

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently reserving for the March 12, 2012 opening of our new Clark Family Annex! Our newest center will specialize exclusively in Infant and Toddler Care and feature a garden and outdoor play space. Reserve now through our March 12, 2012 opening and enjoy waived enrollment fees! (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 Spring Break Organic Gardening Camp for Kindergarden through Fifth Grade, as well as our Summer Camp Program.

Your family is warmly invited to the annual open house at Rowanberry School 

Saturday, January 28th from 10 a.m.-noon.

Our open house provides an opportunity for prospective families to meet the teachers, learn about our philosophy and explore our rich and magical environment.

Come discover for yourself the unique qualities that have given Rowanberry School its reputation for excellence.

Please R.S.V.P. if you plan on attending, and include your child's name, age, and desired schedule (3 or 4 days per week.)

Rowanberry School is a home based mixed-age kindergarten for children ages 3-6. Our school is inspired by the progressive early childhood programs of Reggio Emilia, Italy, influenced by the rhythms of the Waldorf kindergarten and informed by over 20 years of experience in early education.                                                                                                    

We are currently accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year.

For more information about Rowanberry School, please visit our blog:

http://rowanberryschool.typepad.com/news/

To obtain an application, visit our website at:

http://rowanberryschool.com/Rowanberry_School/Enrollment_1.html 

Director Angela Molloy Murphy can be reached at: rowanberryschool@mac.com

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

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

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.

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 infant and pre-school 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

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym, nut-free facility and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently reserving for the March 12, 2012 opening of our new Clark Family Annex! Our newest center will specialize exclusively in Infant and Toddler Care and feature a garden and outdoor play space. Reserve now through our March 12, 2012 opening and enjoy waived enrollment fees! (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 Spring Break Organic Gardening Camp for Kindergarden through Fifth Grade, as well as our Summer Camp Program.

Hello!

Your family is warmly invited to the annual open house at Rowanberry School on Saturday, January 28th from 10 a.m.-noon. Our open house provides an opportunity for prospective families to meet the teachers, learn about our philosophy and explore the environment.

Please R.S.V.P. if you plan on attending, and include your child's name, age, and desired schedule (3 or 4 days per week.)
Rowanberry School is a home based mixed-age kindergarten for children ages 3-6. Our school is inspired by the progressive early childhood programs of Reggio Emilia, Italy, influenced by the rhythms of the Waldorf kindergarten and informed by over 20 years of experience in early education.

For more information about Rowanberry School, or to apply for enrollment, please visit the enrollment page of our website at:

http://rowanberryschool.com/Rowanberry_School/Enrollment_1.html 

or contact director Angela Molloy Murphy at: rowanberryschool@mac.com

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

The best of both worlds - a cozy, nurturing, small, at-home setting, and an authentic Montessori experience for your child. Our program serves children from 24 months through their Kindergarten year. A.M.I trained guide with a Master's degree in Montessori Education. Fresh , seasonal, mostly organic snacks and lunch served. Gardening and other outdoor experiences are a focus, along with Practical Life skills, Sensorial refinement, Language and Math development, Music and Movement.

Please see our website for more information: http://chestnutgrovemontessori.com/





Enrolling Preschool and Kindergarten Now for 2012-2013!

Offering 2, 3 and 5-day morning programs...

Your child will love our small classes (8 children per class) led by experienced teachers.

Song Garden offers an education for your whole child. We strive to create an optimal environment for children to imitate and explore.

To nurture the balance and wellbeing of the growing child, rhythm underlies our mornings together. Daily activities include storytelling, puppetry, art projects, music, preparing organic snacks, rest time and free play. Within our daily ‘circle-time’ the teacher shares finger-plays and songs with themes that connect the child to their natural environment, allowing the children to fully enter activities with their imagination.

Each day we enjoy outdoor free-play on five acres of Sewallcrest Park, a pesticide-free inner city green space with old growth trees.

We invite you to visit our website at www.songgarden.org for more info. Our phone # is 503-780-2948 and email is songgardenpreschool@yahoo.com.

Song Garden is conveniently located between SE Hawthorne and Division at 3240 SE Lincoln, Portland, OR 97214 (click for Map).

Hello, 

My name is Wendy and I have been working in the child care industry for the past 3.5 years, however, I have over 10 years experience caring for children, including raising a step son.  I have passed a National background check and Oregon's background check for child care workers. I am First Aid/CPR Certified and have obtained 400+ hours in Early Childhood Education. There for I am confident that I have the experience and the qualifications that you are seeking in a caregiver. 

Most of my experience is with wobblers and toddlers (1-3 year olds) as this is my favorite age group.  I do however; have experience with children of all ages. I have cared for children on a one-on-one basis and in a group setting.   I am a mature individual seeking a long term part or fulltime position.

I am a very fun loving and active nanny.  I believe that children, especially babies, are learning and absorbing things all the time.  I enjoy fostering this learning and natural curiosity by stimulating them with fun and educational activities.   I also enjoy taking them on walks, setting up play dates, taking them to any classes that you might have them signed up in, and other age appropriate outings.

I am pet friend, have experience with expressed milk and cloth diapers.   When the time comes I also have experience with potty-training.   I believe in little to no television, I make sure that all schedules are followed, I encourage verbal skills by talking and reading to the children, and I try to get out of the house once a day. 

I generally charge $12/hr for one, $14/hr for 2, and $15 for 3, but I am willing to negotiate to fit your budget.    My rate includes light housekeeping, generally centered on the children.

I have a resume, references, and many more details to give.  Please contact me at pwhobear@gmail.com, atyour earliest convenience.   

Thank you,

Wendy

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

Come and join us for a rootin' tootin' time on 2/7/12, 10-11am and find out about Trinity Lutheran School at 5520 NE Killingsworth St.  Bring your family!!!!  Like more information - call 503-288-6403!!!

We recently learned that Maria's place preschool, affiliated with Montessori of Alameda, has opened up a new location in our neighborhood (26 NE Morris Street, in Eliot neighborhood near Emanuel Hospital, across from Dawson Park.) It is an ideal location for us but at the same time we have heard negative feedback from friends about their Prescott location (located in the charter Ivy School elementary.)

Our friends enrolled their daughter in the preschool at Prescott during 2010 - they say there was significant teacher turnover in the few months she was there as well as general disorganization and lack of leadership. This led them to switch to a new Montessori preschool.

Comments would be appreciated if you have experience or knowledge on the quality of care at Maria's Place at either location. Or, I can be reached directly via email at tualatinhr@yahoo.com.

Thanks so much!

Jennifer

School in the Forest.... if that sounds magical to you, come learn about Woodhaven School's Outdoor Kindergarten and nature-based preschool programs this weekend.

Woodhaven School in Beaverton (near SW Walker and HWY 217) is hosting an Open House for parents and kids interested in joining our Outdoor Kindergarten or Preschool programs for the 2012-2013 school year.

Woodhaven School is a Waldorf-based preschool and outdoor kindergarten. We are a non-profit, cooperative school with three grade levels: 3-4 year olds, 4-5 year olds and Kindergarten!

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, January 7, 2012
Outdoor Kindergarten Round-Up 2-3 pm
Preschool 3-5 pm

11265 SW Cabot Street
Beaverton, OR 97005
Located in the basement of St. Bartholomew's Church (not affiliated)

Learn more about Woodhaven.

♥ 24/7 Childcare Available Daytime and Overnight.
♥ Small Group: Full-time, Drop-in, On-Call, Part-Time.
♥ Weekends and Holidays Too!

[[FLEXIBILITY TO CHOOSE YOUR DAYS]]

♥ Great Rates!
♥ Certified Provider.
♥ Opening for Infants, Toddlers, Pre-Schoolers
(Ages: 3 months - 4 years)

♥ Safe playroom setting designed just for children.
♥ Clean environment with lots of toys and supervision.
♥ Healthy meals and snacks provided.

♥ Your schedule is important!
One hour - One day - One Week, more or less as needed.

Call or send us an e-mail to reserve your spot today! ~ AbcJoy77@gmail.com

We will reply before the end of the day :)

Please visit our website for more information ~
WWW.ABCJOYCHILDCARE.YOLASITE.COM

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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

OPEN HOUSE:

Wednesday January 18th, 6-7:30PM

Your family is warmly invited to the Montessori Children's House open house on Wednesday January 18th, 6-7:30PM.  Our open houses provide an opportunity for prospective families to meet MCH staff and explore our environment.  We are currently enrolling for the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 school years.

We currently have openings for Toddlers (15 months - 36 months) and Primary children (3-6).

Montessori Children's House offers both  Toddler and Primary Montessori programs.  Located in Portland's newest neighborhood, the South Waterfront, we are still relatively 'undiscovered.'  

We have mixed-age groups -- a Toddler Community (for children 15 months - 36 months) and two Primary classes ranging from three years (or a bit younger) up through kindergarten age. In 2010-2011 we had one primary class; this year (2011-2012) we have expanded our program in order to run two Primary classes.   We are enrolling children now and do not yet have a waiting list.  Remaining spaces are limited, however, especially in the toddler community.

Check our website for information about our Summer Program.

'We toured a total of six schools before we found the right one for our daughter. We even enrolled her in another one prior to Montessori Children's House only to pull her out because we were disappointed in our experience there. I wish that we had discovered this school sooner! It would have saved us a lot of stress.'

'The space itself is gorgeous, all new, beautiful learning areas, just what you would imagine a top notch Montessori school to look like...The location on South Waterfront is very easy to get to and from, parking is right in front of the main door and the teachers will even greet the kids at your car. We highly recommend Montessori Children’s House!'

3626 SW Bond Ave, Portland OR, 97239

email: info@childrenshousepdx.com

phone: 503.360.1179

website: http://childrenshousepdx.com/

Contact us today!

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

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

WE ARE NOW ENROLLING FOR THE  2012-2013  SCHOOL YEAR!!

Little Lights Playschool is located in North Portland just steps from  Pennisula Park and the I-5 freeway.

 We are open Tuesday – Friday  from 9:00  – 1:00

Children 2.5 to 5 years old

Little Lights Playschool is a gentle step from home to school rooted in community and inspired by our children.  Here you will find a warm and loving just like home environment for your young preschooler.   Each day at Little Lights brings the opportunity for creative  play and exploration in our beautiful playroom.  Lively morning circle times are full of rhymes and seasonally inspired songs and movements.  Nature stories and fairy tales told from memory with the help of puppets and props.  Together we  bake our bread, prepare our soup, create beautiful  watercolor paintings and various crafts and handwork projects.  We enjoy the natural world around us with daily outside play.  Meal times are special and meaningful.  We give thanks for our food and our friends and practice healthy eating habits and good manners.  Each day is full of wonder, celebration and good friends!

Spring Semester Availability

We're accepting 4-6 yr olds for our new semester beginning January 9th. Our schedule is Mon-Fri, 12-4pm. Tuition is $450/mo. 

                                                                                                                           
* Reggio Emilia inspiried curriculum incorporating arts, yoga, and music
* reading/phonics program ( 1: 4 student to teacher ratio)
* excellent documentation of students' progress
* password protected blog with photos, art work, videos, group discussion topics, and daily summaries
* beautiful indoor space with large windows and lots of natural light
* beautiful 1/3 acre outdoor space with room for sports- we also have cute chickens and a big, proud turkey
* a garden where kids can plant, grow, and learn about the food they eat
* healthy, organic snacks offered twice a day

To learn more about us and our program, visit our website and blog.  Also, feel free to email us any questions or comments you have- don't be shy :)

www.sumnerkinderprep.com

www.sumnerkinderprep.tumblr.com

Sumner Kinder Prep

42nd and Sumner

Portland, Oregon 97218

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 infant and pre-school 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

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently reserving for the March 12, 2012 opening of our new Clark Family Center Annex! (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!

OPEN HOUSE:

Wednesday January 18th, 6-7:30PM

Your family is warmly invited to the Montessori Children's House open house on Wednesday January 18th, 6-7:30PM.  Our open houses provide an opportunity for prospective families to meet MCH staff and explore our environment.  We are currently enrolling for the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 school years.

We currently have openings for Toddlers (15 months - 36 months) and Primary children (3-6).

Montessori Children's House offers both  Toddler and Primary Montessori programs.  Located in Portland's newest neighborhood, the South Waterfront, we are still relatively 'undiscovered.'  

We have mixed-age groups -- a Toddler Community (for children 15 months - 36 months) and two Primary classes ranging from three years (or a bit younger) up through kindergarten age. In 2010-2011 we had one primary class; this year (2011-2012) we have expanded our program in order to run two Primary classes.   We are enrolling children now and do not yet have a waiting list.  Remaining spaces are limited, however, especially in the toddler community.

Check our website for information about our Summer Program.

'We toured a total of six schools before we found the right one for our daughter. We even enrolled her in another one prior to Montessori Children's House only to pull her out because we were disappointed in our experience there. I wish that we had discovered this school sooner! It would have saved us a lot of stress.'

'The space itself is gorgeous, all new, beautiful learning areas, just what you would imagine a top notch Montessori school to look like...The location on South Waterfront is very easy to get to and from, parking is right in front of the main door and the teachers will even greet the kids at your car. We highly recommend Montessori Children’s House!'

3626 SW Bond Ave, Portland OR, 97239

email: info@childrenshousepdx.com

phone: 503.360.1179

website: http://childrenshousepdx.com/

Contact us today!

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

OPEN HOUSE:

Wednesday January 18th, 6-7:30PM

Your family is warmly invited to the Montessori Children's House open house on Wednesday January 18th, 6-7:30PM.  Our open houses provide an opportunity for prospective families to meet MCH staff and explore our environment.  We are currently enrolling for the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 school years.

We currently have openings for Toddlers (15 months - 36 months) and Primary children (3-6).

Montessori Children's House offers both  Toddler and Primary Montessori programs.  Located in Portland's newest neighborhood, the South Waterfront, we are still relatively 'undiscovered.'  

We have mixed-age groups -- a Toddler Community (for children 15 months - 36 months) and two Primary classes ranging from three years (or a bit younger) up through kindergarten age. In 2010-2011 we had one primary class; this year (2011-2012) we have expanded our program in order to run two Primary classes.   We are enrolling children now and do not yet have a waiting list.  Remaining spaces are limited, however, especially in the toddler community.

Check our website for information about our Summer Program.

'We toured a total of six schools before we found the right one for our daughter. We even enrolled her in another one prior to Montessori Children's House only to pull her out because we were disappointed in our experience there. I wish that we had discovered this school sooner! It would have saved us a lot of stress.'

'The space itself is gorgeous, all new, beautiful learning areas, just what you would imagine a top notch Montessori school to look like...The location on South Waterfront is very easy to get to and from, parking is right in front of the main door and the teachers will even greet the kids at your car. We highly recommend Montessori Children’s House!'

3626 SW Bond Ave, Portland OR, 97239

email: info@childrenshousepdx.com

phone: 503.360.1179

website: http://childrenshousepdx.com/

Contact us today!

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

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