we tried another preschool (larger, more commercial) here in wilsonville, but it was not even in…read morethe same league as First Friends. Teacher Vicki is amazing with the little ones, and there isn't a day that goes by that my son doesn't bring home some creative craft that he made that day. He loves it, and asks when he can go back to school. The classes are small, and focused. Teacher Vicki has a plan for each day. There is also excellent opportunities to get/give feedback on how your child is doing. I would highly recommend this preschool.

From the owner: We are a local preschool located in Canby Oregon. We cannot wait to meet you and your family. We…read morestrive to make every child's experience fit their needs and to provide them with an age appropriate, familiar daily routine that builds self confidence, self-help and positive social skills and a love of learning in preparation of kindergarten. We encourage our preschoolers to direct their daily activities, so about one third of their day is determined by the children. Pre-k classes are offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning. Our M/W/F classes are designed specifically for children who will be moving up to kindergarten in the fall of the upcoming school year, so the child needs to be four by September 1st and consistently potty trained. PreK children attend for three hours per day, with ten children in a class. Beginning preschool classes are scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings. T/TH classes are designed for children who are three or four years old as a first experience working together in a group setting. We limit our beginning preschool classes to ten children who are three by September 1st of the year and are reliably potty trained.

We love Whoopsy Daisy! The concept of intergenerational childcare was a big reason why I fell in…read morelove with this place, but it's also beautifully decorated and the staff is amazing. I would definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a place for their little one!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Macksburg Preschool. My son began attending last…read moreyear at 3 years old, and has asked me almost everyday though out the summer when school will be starting again. When we drive by the school he yells "The Macksburg School!!!" and asks if we can go there. I feel confident that he is safe, and I feel like he is cared for, and down right loved by the teachers there. I believe he is learning a ton though play with his little friends. I'm grateful this school has come into our lives.

Great preschool! Caring teachers in a safe and enjoyable environment! Nice covered play area for…read morethose rainy days. The staff is well trained and strive to do their best to meet the needs and abilities of all the kids. Lots of academic learning with Christian values too. Great place for kids to learn and have fun!

I have had two children attend First Circle of Friends and will send my third in a few years as…read morewell! My children have loved every minute they have spent with the teachers and other students. All the teachers are fabulous with the children. I personally feel preschool should be all about fun so the academic progress is just a bonus! It truly is an all around fantastic school!

Zoar is a very friendly and inclusive church. The service is comfortable with really good worship…read moremusic. I like that their attitude about Holy Communion is inviting for visitors.

From the owner: The congregation at Zoar Lutheran Church is committed to "Responding in Service to God's Love."…read more Zoar seeks to follow Jesus's example of inclusion by welcoming and affirming all, including all whom the world attempts to separate, divide, or isolate. We are committed to fostering social justice and racial equality. The Zoar community is committed to the ongoing work of welcoming all ages, races and ethnicities, physical and mental abilities, marital, economic and legal statuses, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions, as well as all theological perspectives. We invite you to join us in worship, community, fellowship, and ministry - all aspects of congregational life and leadership. May you find Zoar to be your "little place of refuge." You are welcome here!

My son asks to be picked up later then I actually can because he enjoys his time so much at New…read moreFoundations. The updates I receive throughout the day give me peace of mind and lets me see he is having fun learning. The care the teachers provide is beyond valuable in teaching emotion regulation as well as preparing my kiddo for a successful transition into kindergarten. I am so glad to have found such an amazing daycare/school for my boys.

Excellent teachers | Safe, trustworthy, fun PreK…read more I've waited to write this review until my daughter graduated from here. She's been here for two years and loved it! It's important to note that we enrolled her in 2021. She was very shy and isolated during 2020, so a part of why we enrolled her was to get more socialization. She's a complete social butterfly and gets along well with anyone now. Like every parent, I needed to feel reassured that my kid was going to be in good hands when I send her off to preschool. It's a big milestone and quite daunting going through the process of which place to choose. We looked at 3 other places, 1 other one in town before immediately deciding to enroll our daughter. Here are my pluses: * compassionate, trustworthy, transparent, and attentive teachers/staff * BrightWheel app to give you daily updates on your kid-- including photos! * fun activities -- cute artwork * safe and enclosed with doors that are locked * across the street from the park Compassionate, trustworthy, transparent, and attentive: the teachers always greet us at pick up and tell us if our kiddo had an accident (of any kind). If she fell, we sign a paper acknowledging what happened. They've worked with us for a whole year potty training our kiddo. It was a very long process that required a lot of patience, but we finally got there just before she turned 5. They have been nothing but patient and supportive every step of the way, never pushing it. Class sizes vary due to kids on different schedules, so one day they'll have 3-7 kids and another day there will be a dozen. Every kid seems happy and engaged when I'm there. They have nap time at noon for two hours, which is very important if you're looking to enroll young toddlers. They're flexible with drop off time up until 9am and pick up before 6pm. On sunny days, they'll take the kids across the street to play at the park. You communicate using their BrightWheel app, which you get updates including photos of your kid throughout the day. I wish they had this tech when I was growing up! My daughter is sad to leave this place, but we know that if we have another kiddo in the future, we'll be back here again.

I am deeply concerned with the ongoing failure of leadership and accountability within this school…read moredistrict. After multiple superintendent transitions, there has been no clear improvement in direction, transparency, or outcomes for students. More troubling are repeated concerns from families regarding: Failure to consistently follow IEPs, which is not just unacceptable--it puts the district at risk of violating federal law and failing the students who need support the most Lack of oversight and accountability in athletic and youth programs, leading to disorganization, poor communication, and missed opportunities for student development Breakdowns in communication with parents, where concerns are minimized or not addressed in a timely and meaningful way Serious concerns about student safety and supervision, which must be treated as a top priority at all times At a minimum, families deserve transparency, consistency, and a district that follows through on its legal and ethical responsibilities. Right now, many parents do not feel confident that those expectations are being met. This is not about isolated incidents--it reflects a broader pattern that needs immediate attention. I urge the school board to: Conduct an independent review of IEP compliance and student support services Improve oversight and structure within athletic and extracurricular programs Establish clear communication channels and accountability measures for addressing parent concerns Provide transparency around how leadership decisions are being made and evaluated Every student deserves a safe, structured, and supportive environment. Until meaningful changes are made, families will continue to question whether this district is meeting that standard and they are leaving this district at high levels for better opportunities for their children.

This is just a great school, with a great staff. My daughter is a student here in 1st grade, and…read moreshe has learned so much in Mrs Giles' class. The staff has been great in their communication to me, and they are very tech savvy as well (email updates, smart phone apps for tracking student performance and picture updates). You wouldn't think a small town school would be that on top of things, but the big city schools could take lessons from North Marion...

If you care about your kids, don't send them here. Unfortunately, most of the 5 star reviews are…read moreteachers and family members of the owner (who backs her teachers up over parents NO MATTER the issue- be prepared). Most of the teachers have kids there so your kids come second. Also they're ALWAYS on their phones when you walk in at drop off, and you're lucky if they even acknowledge you. They would always say "we're on the check in app communicating with families", but it leaves the kids to tend to themselves without an interactive adult. We're talking about 2 YEAR OLDS!! I had not planned on writing a review. This is something that has been heavy on my heart to share with the public since leaving the school.

We toured and opted not to go here. The people were nice and welcoming. I wanted to love it…read more Unfortunately, It's very crowded and did not seem secure, with many people (workers, family members, building managers, others?) coming and going. It made me wonder if all of those people were background checked. Maybe they are. They state they are inclusive. They said they group children not based on age but where they are developmentally, which is not actually inclusive. Perhaps with much more training and more space, this concept would work.

This school is the best for any child who wants to make new friends and learn lots from a bunch of…read morethe most supportive and kind teacher I have every had. ignore all reviews that say otherwise but as a student that was so proud to go to this school I made so many new friends including the teachers and have made so many remarkable memories. during COVID it was hard for this school to adapt to all the new changes but because off the amazing staff and principle Minor managed to turn back to its regular fun and joy. The PE classes keep you healthy with lots of creative fun and games that excitingly change through out the week. And Music that you also learn from none other than the amazing Heidi Lentz will make you get a head start in perfect vocals and lots of fun game with instruments. I may be 13 years old but as a student who went to this school k-5th I would highly recommend this to any parents looking for a school for there kids.

The school was great until they started pushing Comprehensive Sexuality Education agenda on my…read morechild. The teachers are great but obviously have to abide by ODE guidelines. I think it's inappropriate for my kid's third grade teacher to tell my kid and the class that they could choose to be a boy, a girl, or a neither on any given day by holding up a number line with a boy on one side, girl on the other, and neither in the middle. The part that angers me the most is that there was no phone call or email to parents so that we can follow up with our own child. I had to find out by asking her if she knew what "gender" meant, and that's when she told me. I fought for gay rights alongside my gay brother and gay sister in the 90s and 00s, so I am not a hater. But I do believe that telling a YOUNG child they could choose to change their gender, planting that seed and confusion in their heads, knowing the psychological and physical effects including mutilation of bodies as well as hormone therapy causing horrible side effects and possibility of being sterile, is just crossing the line in my book. I asked my daughter how she felt when she heard her teacher say this, and she replied "I forgot what 1 + 1 was".