Best Child Care in Portland, OR
Home-based infant and toddler care. We provide a media-free environment where books, music and free-play are the focus. Lessons and activities are child-centered and our little ones are able to have...
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Home-based infant and toddler care. We provide a media-free environment where books, music and free-play are the focus. Lessons and activities are child-centered and our little ones are able to have...
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Preschool & Pre-K program emphasizing an educational environment. Early childhood curriculum is focused on the whole child and considers physical, cognitive and social-emotional growth.
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Montessori Unlimited is the largest nationwide community of Montessori schools. Your neighborhood center offers unique, genuine learning with the authentic Montessori Method. Our unique, mixed-age...
Toddlers
This is the time when children use their bodies, senses, and emerging problem-solving skills to learn about and make sense of their world in the ways most meaningful and effective for them. Our toddler educators give your toddler responsive, individualized attention to help build their skills. Activities range from the simple to the complex, with work areas arranged by subject. Montessori materials not typically found at other schools are used, as children choose activities based on their own interests. We focus on sensory and perception; self-help; language; physical and motor skills; social and emotional growth. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Primary
Learning revolves around tangible experiences. Practical life exercises like sorting, pouring, or washing dishes are introduced. Children also use concrete materials such as movable alphabets, cubes, cylinders, and other objects to learn. They learn to work together, with each others’ best interests in mind. This broad-based program allows children to explore a range of subjects and ideas: science and nature, music and movement, sensorial experiences, cooking and nutrition, cultural awareness, history; geography, language arts, and mathematics.
Also offers: Wondercamp
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Preschool program dedicated to serving infants through Kindergarten-age children. Learning environment helps develop self-confidence and positive self-esteem. Program believes that embracing children...
Infants
We’ve incorporated Attachment Theory and R.I.E (Resources for Infant Educarers) principles into our infant program. Our organic approach to caring for infants allows each individual child to develop and progress at their unique rhythm.
Toddlers
This room is filled with blocks, books, dress-up clothes, dishes and all sorts of things to encourage a child’s imagination. Our Toddlers also love to work with art materials and play in the touch tub washing babies or digging in the dirt with trucks.
Also offers: Preschool
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Montessori school serving infants, toddlers, preschool, and kindergarten-age children. Bilingual program offered in Spanish and English. Infant program focuses on building healthy attachments,...
Infant
Our infant rooms enroll children ages 3 months until crawling in our non-mobile environment. Children who are crawling are in our Woodlands classroom until they can walk
Toddler
The toddler rooms are carefully prepared environments for children who are walking – 2.5 years of age. This toddler program helps our youngest students grow in independence and self-esteem.
Also offers: Primary
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Speaks Spanish
The Children’s Garden – Field Office provides high-quality childcare and educational experiences for infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-kindergarten. We utilize a strategic combination of...
Infants
We’ve incorporated Attachment Theory and R.I.E (Resources for Infant Educarers) principles into our infant program. Our organic approach to caring for infants allows each individual child to develop and progress at their unique rhythm.
Toddlers
This room is filled with blocks, books, dress-up clothes, dishes and all sorts of things to encourage a child’s imagination. Our Toddlers also love to work with art materials and play in the touch tub washing babies or digging in the dirt with trucks.
Also offers: Preschool
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The Goddard School of South Portland is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features an imagination playground, a robotics and STEAM lab, and fresh fruit and...
Infant Classroom
In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need, as well as opportunities to begin learning about the world around them. Our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, celebrates your baby’s natural curiosity within the classroom environment and models how to explore safely. Nurturing teachers narrate your baby’s experiences to build a strong foundation in 21st century skills for problem solving and building relationships.
Toddler Classroom
As toddlers are rapidly developing both physically and cognitively, the Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered, and their language and communication skills are nurtured. A lifelong love of learning starts early, and we believe in providing brand-new learners with the tools they need to be successful. In the Toddler classroom, our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, comes to life as expert teachers harness children’s natural curiosity, guiding them to explore the world around them through hands-on learning, play and asking questions. Teachers support your child's social-emotional growth while helping them develop important physical skills. Your little one will build social awareness, form meaningful connections with others and have plenty of opportunities to strengthen essential skills like persistence and independence.
Also offers: Twos Classroom, Preschool Classroom, Bridge Classroom, and more
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The Goddard School of Portland - Bethany is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. We offer a range of programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and more. Our center features...
Infant Classroom
In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need, as well as opportunities to begin learning about the world around them. Our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, celebrates your baby’s natural curiosity within the classroom environment and models how to explore safely. Nurturing teachers narrate your baby’s experiences to build a strong foundation in 21st century skills for problem solving and building relationships.
Twos Classroom
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Also offers: Toddler Classroom, Preschool Classroom, Bridge Classroom, and more
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Private education program offering infant and toddler care, preschool, and pre-kindergarten in a nurturing, home-like setting. Program follows skill-based Ascend Curriculum and Reggio Emilia-inspired...
Flexible Care
With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.
Infant Care
Our Infant Care Program is committed to making the first transition away from home natural and easy for both you and your child.
Also offers: Toddler Program, Preschool
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Creative Minds Learning Center provides parents peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a setting as nurturing as home.
Flexible Care
With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.
Toddler Program
Our Toddler Program is specifically tailored to the needs of your busy toddler. We lovingly nurture your child through important early milestones, from “self-help” learning skills such as hand washing and putting away their toys, to socializing and forming first friendships.
Also offers: Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten
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At Tiny Treasures Daycare, your child’s safety and happiness are our top priorities. With over 25 years of experience, our CPR-certified staff provides loving, attentive care in a warm, home-like...
Tiny Treasures Daycare
At Tiny Treasures Day Care, we provide a safe, loving environment for all children and infants. Our program focuses on early learning, creative play, outdoor activities, and emotional development. With small group sizes and flexible scheduling, we offer both full-time and part-time care.
Infant Care Program
Our infant program offers a warm, safe, and loving environment where babies receive personalized attention. We support each child’s growth with tummy time, sensory play, soothing routines, and lots of cuddles to help them feel secure and thrive at their own pace.
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Preschool Program
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At O Heaven Family Childcare, we’re proud to have earned the trust of parents and families through our unwavering commitment to excellence in childcare. Our numbers tell a story of dedication, love,...
Child Care Program
Infant Care Program
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Preschool Program
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Speaks Spanish
Birch & Bloom Childcare is a Certified Family Childcare program inspired by Montessori and Reggio Emilia philosophies for children ages 6 weeks–12 years. We provide a nurturing, child-led environment...
Child Care Program
Infant Care Program
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Preschool Program
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Speaks Spanish
The school's Mission is to provide a stimulating & creative play-based, inclusive place to encourage love of learning, confidence, and social skills thru both structured and unstructured play with...
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Cooperative preschool and kindergarten program. Belief is that children learn best when playing on personal terms and choosing activities that hold desired interests. Conflict resolution model is...
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Art based, constructivist, exploration, and discovery based preschool program & After school art program. We provide a rich learning environment where children are encouraged to use imagination and...
Portland Preschool of the Arts
As a play-based learning program, our Preschool prioritizes exploration, discovery, and inquiry for our students’ education. Through our daily arts-focused curriculum, children learn to engage more meaningfully with their peers, build self-confidence and better understand the world they live in.
Portland Preschool of the Arts Summer Camp
Our camp days are broken up with indoor time where much of our artmaking activities happen, and outdoor-action time at the large lawn outside our classroom. With activities for everyone, your camper will join in dance parties, group sing-alongs, group games, and more!
Also offers: The Hangout PDX Summer Camp
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We are a professional program to care any child with love, patience, and respect. Our program is completely certified for DELC with more than 10 years of experience with all courses and knowledge...
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NAEYC accredited, non-profit Preschool program offering morning classes. There are 7 classrooms and two playgrounds (acre+). Each classroom has two teachers. There are several classes provided. The...
A Child's Way Kindergarten-Preschool
The 2's program is a parent/child class is a child's first exposure to a preschool setting. The class environment and activities are nurturing and developmentally appropriate. A few goals are socialization, hands-on learning, problem solving, & learning to separate from parents/guardians.
A Child's Way Kindergarten-Preschool
Preschool classes (3 yr olds) are thoughtfully planned to support the social and emotional growth. They are rich with hands-on experiences and promote exploration building many pre-reading & pre-writing skills. A few goals for this group is socialization, problem solving and independence.
Also offers: A Child's Way Kindergarten-Preschool
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Our Reggio inspired preschool has been open since 2006 and we have earned a 5 star quality rating through Oregon's Quality Rating Improvement System and we are an EcoHealthy Child Care. We spend lots...
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Kenilworth Community Preschool is a play-based, Reggio-inspired co-op preschool in SE Portland serving children ages 3–5. As a cooperative preschool, families are active partners in the classroom and...
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Reggio Emilia-inspired childcare and preschool program offering care for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program follows children's lead in providing lessons based on aarts, nature, and...
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Mrs. Nicole's In-Home Childcare offers a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where children are supported as individuals. The program emphasizes imaginative play, gentle guidance for emotional and...
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Simple Gifts Montessori Preschool is an in-home preschool for children aged 30 months - 6 years. With just ten students total, we offer an intimate environment where your child receives an...
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Mothers Pride School is a DELC-certified daycare and preschool located in Portland, OR, seamlessly blends a nurturing environment with a stimulating curriculum. As the owner and founder, Rupam is a...
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We have been providing safe and loving care since 1988. We are a play based child care that strive to provide a loving, safe, and age appropriate environment so your little one is able to freely play...
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Infant Care Program
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Preschool Program
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The Petite Playhouse is an insured and state certified in-home family childcare setting. We create a nurturing and enriching environment that is play-based & child-led. We are a family-oriented...
Child Care Program
Toddler Care Program
Also offers: Preschool Program
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A home-based infant and toddler care. We provide a media-free environment where books, music and free-play are the focus. Lessons and activities are child-centered and our little ones are able to have...
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Pequeños Rayos de Sol Day Care is a warm and nurturing bilingual childcare program dedicated to supporting children’s growth, learning, and well-being. Our safe and welcoming environment helps every...
Speaks Spanish
Faith-based early learning center serving preschool students. Social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development is fostered through a play-based curriculum, exploration, and socialization. ...
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Welcome to Carmen’s Daycare! We focus on creating a place of fun, enjoyment and education. Our daily schedule is full of activities to keep your child learning and happy. We are a place of no...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare and early education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Curriculum is designed to provide a balance of group and individual activities that promote creativity and exploration. Meeting...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
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Program is nature based and has class outdoors every day. This outdoor classroom is located in the woods and their curriculum combines free play and teacher lead activities. As a co cop, parents are...
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Little Angels Home Daycare LLC offers a home-away-from-home childcare experience for families in Portland. A year-round program, Little Angels accepts students from 1 year to 12 years old. Little...
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Little Angels home Daycare
Little angels Is a home-based daycare, Registered Family, Home away from home open Monday-Friday operation hours 7am to 5pm offers nurturing infants care with personalized attention to support your baby's growth.
Also offers: Infant Care Program, Infant Care Program, Infant Care Program, and more
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Preschool dedicated to providing childcare for children ages 2.5 years to six years. Program philosophy sees each child as an authentic, powerful individual. Teachers provide a consistent, center-wide...
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Parent cooperative and preschool program encouraging children to learn through purposeful play. Children participate in free play with teacher led activities throughout each day. Parent participation...
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Private, in-home facility provides academic and play-based preschool education along with a half-day Kindergarten program. School-ready curriculum promotes social and academic development in...
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Blessed Beginnings Child Daycare is an in-home Bilingual Program based in Oak Creek and Lake Oswego School District. Blessed Beginnings is a play-based/ Spanish immersion learning daycare where...
Speaks Spanish
Woodward Montessori is an in-home preschool that focuses on not only academics and learning but also social and emotional needs. Our 2 teachers have been in this classroom since the school opened in...
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Play and nature based preschool in Southwest Portland. Program follows rhythm of seasons and children's interests to shape curriculum. Spanish and Sign Language are incorporated into circle time and...
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Home-based, half-day preschool program that is nature focused and influenced by Reggio Emilia teachings. Program encourages children to share gratitude for nature, love of arts, and deep respect for...
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In our nurturing environment, children explore, experiment, and discover through art, dramatic play, group play, cooking and eating, bible lessons, books and language, Science and Math, Music and...
Speaks Spanish
Academic learning center offering student-centered curricula to preschool, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten children. Children are encouraged to become engaged learners, problem solvers, and...
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Private school offers early learning programs for preschool, prekindergarten, and Kindergarten-age children. Emphasis is placed on learning through hands-on exploration and experimentation. Program is...
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STEAM and phonics-based program using science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in everyday learning. Program mission is to provide every child with environment to strengthen moral, academic,...
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Pre-kindergarten program offering Christian-based academics. Activities are both teacher and child-directed and align with the Archdiocesan Curriculum Guidelines. Children explore art, music, physical...
Holy Redeemer Early Childhood Program
Holy Redeemer Wildcat and Cubs Summer Camp
Speaks Spanish
Childcare center providing age-appropriate classes for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten children in a play-based environment. Oregon Early Childhood Foundations are incorporated into the...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare program striving to spark joy, creativity, resilience, and curiosity in each child. Lessons are designed to help children develop responsibility, compassion, and independence. Curriculum is...
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Spanish bilingual and nature-based school offers a small group and low student-to-teacher ratios. Children spend half the day outside exploring the garden and playing with nature.
Speaks Spanish
Early childhood program offering learning through play experiences for young children. Half-day schedule is specifically designed for preschoolers and features an environment that supports exploration...
Speaks Spanish
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Childcare Costs in Oregon
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in Oregon? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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Childcare Assistance in Oregon
Explore financial assistance programs available in Oregon, including childcare subsidies, tax credits, and free preschool options for eligible families.
FAQs About Portland Child Care
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How many child care providers are in Portland?
- Based on Winnie data collection, there are 1051 child care providers in Portland and 234 of these child care providers offer part time care.
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How much does child care cost in Portland?
- According to provider data, $1433 is the average monthly price for full time child care in Portland.
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Do child care providers in Portland speak multiple languages?
- Yes, there are approximately 121 child care providers in Portland that are multilingual, offering care in at least two different languages.
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What are the most common languages offered by Portland childcare providers?
- The 9 most common languages spoken by child care providers in Portland are Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), French, American Sign Language, Arabic, Japanese, German, Hindi and Hebrew.
More About Portland, OR
Portland, Oregon offers lots of family-friendly entertainment options. Popular attractions include the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Portland Children's Museum, the Oregon Zoo, and the World Forestry Center Discovery Museum. Additionally, the Oaks Amusement Park, the World of Speed, the When I Grow Up: Attraction for Career-Oriented Children, and a variety of Public Fountains are available for exploration. Portland also offers outdoor kid-friendly nature walks. Exciting festivals, such as the McMenamins UFO Festival, The Festival of Balloons, and the city's biggest festival, the Portland Rose Festival offers many opportunities for little ones to have fun.