2019-20 Preschool Guide
Choosing the best preschool for your child can feel like an overwhelming task. From language immersion to Waldorf and everything in-between, here are some great local picks!
SE Portland
1712 E Burnside St.
503-235-1151
ChildRoots is an art and science-based daycare and preschool dedicated to providing superior childcare and education. 6 weeks to 6 years; $1,075-$1,840/monthly. Experiential, Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Whole child
4235 SE Salmon Street
503-234-3611
CW focuses on the development of the whole child with respect and compassion. Children investigate, create and learn through play and an emergent curriculum. Parent-Child 2’s-K; $140-$775/monthly. Experiential, Play-Based, Reggio Emilia, Whole Child
4617 SE Milwaukie Ave
503-345-3312
The Rovers Forest Days program takes kids out into the forest one day each week to learn real, outdoor skills, grounded in nature and community. 4-5 years; $2195/annually. Experiential, Outdoor Learning
NW Portland
14695 NW West Union Rd
503-531-4094
Their mission is to provide a culturally rich experience by introducing the Chinese language and traditions to the American Culture. 16 months and above; Call for tuition details. Language immersion, Reggio Emilia
French American International School
8500 NW Johnson St
503-292-7776
Cultivate intellect and character through rigorous multilingual academic programs in an environment promoting appreciation of diverse cultures and experiences. 2.5-14 years; $15,160 (half day PS-PK) – $21,113 (6th-8th)/annually. Play-based, Whole child, International Baccalaureate
11065 NW Crystal Creek Ln
503-439-1597
Now in their 4th decade, MSB is a Montessori School set on an idyllic 6-acre campus in the hills west of Portland. 3-12 years old; $9,390-$12,000/annually. Montessori
1542 NW 14th Ave
971-270-0470
Scuola Italiana offers a Reggio Emilia-inspired, cultural immersion preschool in NW Portland. The program is taught by experienced, native Italian teachers. 3-5 years; $11/hour. Language immersion, Reggio Emilia
2029 NW Miller Rd
503-841-3445
Their mission is to provide a culturally rich experience by introducing the Chinese language and traditions to children in the community. 2.5 years and up; Call for tuition details. Language immersion, Reggio Emilia
SW Portland
3030 SW 2nd Ave
503-245-1477
Their early childhood program is play-based and well-rounded, with hands-on artistic & practical activities, social skill-building, and loads of time outdoors. Infant-7 years; $1200-$16,500/annually. Experiential, Play-based, Whole child, Waldorf
6300 SW Nicol Rd
503-768-3115
OES offers an inquiry-based education, where open minds may inquire, explore, and grow. 4–18 years; $19,700–$35,000/annually. Experiential, Reggio Emilia, Whole child
025 SW Sherman St
503-226-2496
Since 1990, they’ve provided full Chinese, Japanese, or Spanish immersion through their acclaimed inquiry-based, International Baccalaureate approach. Preschool-5th grade; $11,350 – $18,800/yr. Language immersion, International Baccalaureate
Beaverton/Hillsboro
168 NE 8th Ave, Hillsboro
503-648-4781
Hillsboro Parent Preschool is cooperative school that inspires children’s creativity, wonder and love of learning. 3-5 years; $180-$258/monthly. Experiential, Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Cooperative Preschool
16445 SW Melinda St, Beaverton
503-521-8603
Celebrating a Love for Learning since 2004! Beautiful home & garden school, classical Montessori activities, AMI teachers, low ratio. 2-6 years; $700-$1200/monthly. Montessori
Outer Metro Area
14788 Boones Ferry Road and 17147 Warren Ct, Lake Oswego
503-662-8452
The mission is to provide a stimulating learning environment with a technological, artistic, and critical-thinking orientation for their students. 10 weeks-5th grade; $8,880 to $17,150/annually. Language immersion, Montessori, Play-based, Reggio Emilia
Multiple Locations
Multiple Locations
503-444-0682
Play-based, child-centered educational program committed to providing guidance that supports each child in the classroom. Scholarships available. 3-5 years; $130-$514/monthly (scholarships available). Play-based