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!

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

Saturday, February 25 from 10-2

Families are invited to play, learn, meet the teachers, and tour the facility.

Wildwood Nature School is a play-based preschool serving children ages 3-5 on 11 acres in rural NW Portland. 

• Play-based interdisciplinary curriculum
• Outdoor gardening, animal care, and hiking
• Indoor environment inspired by child-focused methods
• Knowledgeable and caring teachers
• Multiage setting
• Flexible scheduling options

Located near the intersection of NW Newberry and Skyline Roads. Email nfravel@wildwoodnatureschool.com for directions and to RSVP.

Wonderful, sweet, in-home morning preschool with focus on art, environment/outdoors and free play. Amazing teachers, Collaborative Problem Solving, Unconditional Parenting approach. Currently conducting visits for fall. We also have one current opening. For more information go to website www.hummingbirdschool.com 

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

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.

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 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!

Wonderful, sweet, in-home morning preschool with focus on art, environment/outdoors and free play. Amazing teachers, Unconditional Parenting approach. Currently conducting visits for fall. We also have one current opening. For more information go to website www.hummingbirdschool.com 

503-750-0500

* You are warmly invited to our annual open house on Saturday, February 4^th from 10 am to noon. We are now accepting applications for the 2012 – 2013 school year.   

The Willow Tree Preschool is an eclectic fusion of philosophies and approaches to education (including Waldorf and the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy) developed with over 20 years of experience in early childhood education. Blending a respect for nature, with a focus on art, in a warm beautiful home environment created to meet the needs of the young child. Children are encouraged to move and learn at their own pace, inviting them to explore and build meaning through their experiences. At the Willow Tree children’s natural sense of awe and wonder about the world is nurtured through movement, song, and story, with an emphasis on art, nature and seasonal cycles. Weekly visits from the yoga and art specialist promote further exploration, enhancing our curriculum.

The preschool hours are from 9 am to 1 pm for children 3 to 5 years of age.

We would love to meet you and your children at our open house. Please RSVP to kim@willowtreepreschool.com for more information and an application please visit our website http://www.willowtreepreschool.com

We celebrate the joy of discovery everyday!

We have room for your three or four year old! 2, 3 and 4 day options available!

A little more about us:

-Lullaby Days is located in a lovely home in a quiet Beaverton neighborhood near Oak and 170th.

-Lullaby Days is inspired by the Reggio Approach.

-The physical environment has been designed to be beautiful, inviting and engaging.

-The curriculum is framed by the children's interests, questions, and their need to be challenged to extend their world.

-Parents are kept informed through the use of daily sheets, seasonal newsletters, a classroom journal, children's portfolios and conferences.

-We enjoy a gathering time, outdoor play, reading and telling stories, studio work, puppet shows, and plenty of free time to explore and discover!

-We have a small group with the low ratio of six students to one loving teacher!

-Lullaby Days is open Tuesday-Friday from 7:00 - 5:30.

If you would like more information you can visit us at Lullabydays.com.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our school,

Bethany Cirlincione

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!

* You are warmly invited to our annual open house on Saturday, February 4^th from 10 am to noon. We are now accepting applications for the 2012 – 2013 school year.   

 The Willow Tree Preschool is an eclectic fusion of philosophies and approaches to education (including Waldorf and the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy) developed with over 20 years of experience in early childhood education. Blending a respect for nature, with a focus on art, in a warm beautiful home environment created to meet the needs of the young child. Children are encouraged to move and learn at their own pace, inviting them to explore and build meaning through their experiences. At the Willow Tree children’s natural sense of awe and wonder about the world is nurtured through movement, song, and story, with an emphasis on art, nature and seasonal cycles.  

Weekly visits from the yoga and art specialist promote further exploration, enhancing our curriculum.

The preschool hours are from 9 am to 1 pm for children 3 to 5 years of age.

We would love to meet you and your children at our open house. Please RSVP to kim@willowtreepreschool.com for more information and an application please visit the website http://www.willowtreepreschool.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

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.

Please join us February 25th from 1pm to 3pm for an open house. Come and checkout our school and review our philosophies about early childhood education. We will also have a list of scheduled events and activities for this years’ summer camp. Registration will also be available for the 2012-2013 school year. 

Please RVSP at 503-282-0620 or info@littlebugspreschool.com by February 18th, 2012.

www.littlebugspreschool.com                                                                        503-282-0620

* You are warmly invited to our annual open house on Saturday, February 4^th from 10 am to noon. We are now accepting applications for the 2012 – 2013 school year.   

 The Willow Tree Preschool is an eclectic fusion of philosophies and approaches to education (including Waldorf and the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy) developed with over 20 years of experience in early childhood education. Blending a respect for nature, with a focus on art, in a warm beautiful home environment created to meet the needs of the young child. Children are encouraged to move and learn at their own pace, inviting them to explore and build meaning through their experiences. At the Willow Tree children’s natural sense of awe and wonder about the world is nurtured through movement, song, and story, with an emphasis on art, nature and seasonal cycles.  

Weekly visits from the yoga and art specialist promote further exploration, enhancing our curriculum.   

The preschool hours are from 9 am to 1 pm for children 3 to 5 years of age.

 We would love to meet you and your children at our open house. Please RSVP to Kim at kim@willowtreepreschool.com for more information and an application please go to our website http://www.willowtreepreschool.com

February Open Houses at Tulip Tree Preschool

February 3rd at 4:30 PM

February 11th at 10 AM

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

Little Hands Garden School is an Eco-healthy preschool located on Hawthorne @59th on the edge of Mt. Tabor.  We are a home-based program with a ratio of 2:8.  Our hours are 9-1, M-Th.

Lunch and one to two snacks (mostly organic, always homemade) are
provided daily.  Our activities include a drama, song/music circle, reading,
snack, art, outdoor play (gardening or other), dance/yoga/games,
baking, lunch, story time, and more outdoor play.  We also do field
trips on Mt. Tabor and to neighborhood parks.  We are outside all day
when the weather permits.

Our current plays are 3 Little Pigs, Billy Goats Gruff, and Abiyoyo.  You can view these on our you tube channel LHGardenSchool, or use the link below:

http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8A06DF8CDB30DB6D

We believe all curriculum needs to be inquiry-based, and
 is modeled upon the interests of our students.  Our schedule
changes daily as we sometimes get so involved in our projects we
forget the time...... which is kind of the goal, really.  We draw from
many pedagogical ideologies including Reggio Emilia, Waldorf and
Montessori.  At our school children are free to play, to be outside
with the chickens, bunnies, or in the garden, free to run, scream,
sing, dance, dress up, hug, read, rest, paint, glue, glitter, explore,
dig, hang from a trapeze, get dirty, get naked, and make as many
messes as they want.  The only No's are things that could hurt
yourself or others.  This is above all a place for children to be free
to explore the world as they wish.

Tuition is as follows, paid monthly:
1 day/wk $160
2 days/wk $320
3 days/wk $480
4 days/wk $600

We accept children ages 3-5.   We look for a long-term commitment when we welcome a new family, as we form a special relationship with each child and don't like to say
goodbye until Kindergarten.

For more information or to schedule a tour Call Erin Cowan, MA, ED at 503 481-5189 or email us at littlehandsgardenschool@gmail.com

Thank you!

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

 WWW.TULIPTREEPRESCHOOL.COM

tuliptreepreschool@gmail.com

503-236-6503

Reggio-inspired

Nature-driven

Community-minded

 SE PORTLAND

Tulip Tree Preschool is a nurturing and stimulating home space dedicated to the learning and exploring of young children ages 2.5-5. We believe that children learn most effectively and holistically in an environment where they feel loved and seen, where they can explore many different mediums of expression, and where they feel safe. We believe that children are hungry to discover their world, and have a natural creative intuition that allows them to delight in new and unexpected ideas.

Our influences include the Reggio Emilia approach, Constructivist and Emergent curriculum, as well as a strong faith in natural rhythms and processes. Using these pedagogical guides, we honor each child as unique and authentic, while simultaneously allowing for a broad sense of interconnectedness to emerge.

We have a current opening for two full days, MT from 8:30-4.  

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!

* You are warmly invited to our annual open house on Saturday, February 4^th from 10 am to noon. We are now accepting applications for the 2012 – 2013 school year. 

 The Willow Tree Preschool is an eclectic fusion of philosophies and approaches to education (including Waldorf and the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy) developed with over 20 years of experience in early childhood education. Blending a respect for nature, with a focus on art, in a warm beautiful home environment created to meet the needs of the young child. Children are encouraged to move and learn at their own pace, inviting them to explore and build meaning through their experiences. At the Willow Tree children’s natural sense of awe and wonder about the world is nurtured through movement, song, and story, with an emphasis on art, nature and seasonal cycles.  In an atmosphere which encourages both active exploration as well as quite time to reflect, your child might choose to bake with the group, engage in dramatic play with a friend, drape herself in silk and dance around the room, paint, or build with a variety of materials…as well as caring for our organic garden, the bunny, and two guinea pigs!

Weekly visits from the yoga and art specialist promote further exploration, enhancing our curriculum.

The preschool hours are from 9 am to 1 pm for children 3 to 5 years of age.

We would love to meet you and your children at our open house. Please RSVP to  kim@willowtreepreschool.com for more information and an application please go to our website http://www.willowtreepreschool.com

Lotus Heart Preschool is a play based preschool program located in SW Portland.

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.

Our program is from 9am-1pm for children ages 3-5 years old.

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.

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!

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

Trinity Lutheran Church & School is now licensed through the State of Oregon to serve children, 3-5 years (must be potty trained).

We are open Monday-Fridays, 7am-6pm and charge $5.00/hour.  

For more information call 503-288-6403

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!!!

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

Learn & Grow Home Childcare - Near SE 70th and Flavel in Portland

Space available for preschool and school-age children. Offering full day and after school care at reasonable rates. At this time we are also enrolling for drop-in or hourly care.

About Our Childcare

We are two mothers who are also experienced educators; both with toddlers through preschool aged children, as well as school age children. We offer quality childcare in the comfort of a cozy and nurturing home environment. We strive to create an environment for your children that is both loving and engaging, with developmentally appropriate activities for each child in our care.

We are also registered with the state of Oregon as a home daycare provider, meeting all the safety, health, and nutritional standards set forth by the state. We have completed training in CPR, first aid, and child abuse, and are current in the Oregon criminal history registry.

Please call us with any questions or to schedule a visit to our home!

Hannah Cutts 503-772-3216 - Provider and full time caregiver

                                                                    
You are warmly invited to our annual open house on Saturday, February 4^th from 10 am to noon. Enrollment for the 2012 – 2013 school begins at this time. 

 The Willow Tree Preschool is an eclectic fusion of philosophies and approaches to education (including Waldorf and the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy). Blending a respect for nature, with a focus on art, in a warm beautiful home environment created to meet the needs of the young child. Children are encouraged to move and learn at their own pace, inviting them to explore and build meaning through their experiences. At the Willow Tree children’s natural sense of awe and wonder about the world is nurtured through movement, song, and story, with an emphasis on art, nature and seasonal cycles.  In an atmosphere which encourages both active exploration as well as quite time to reflect, your child might choose to bake with the group, engage in dramatic play with a friend, drape herself in silk and dance around the room, paint, or build with a variety of materials…as wells as caring for our organic garden, the bunny, and two guinea pigs!

Weekly visits from the yoga and art specialist promote further exploration, enhancing our curriculum.

The preschool hours are from 9 am to 1 pm for children 3 to 5 years of age.

 We would love to meet you and your children at our open house. Please RSVP to Kim at kim@willowtreepreschool.com and for more information check out our website http://www.willowtreepreschool.com

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

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♥ 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