There are some people who change your life so quietly that they probably don't even realize the…read moreimpact they've had. One of the biggest fears I had about going back to school wasn't the homework, the exams, or balancing being a full-time student and a full-time mom. It was leaving my children in someone else's care. After everything we've been through, my babies needed consistency. They needed to be safe. They needed to be loved. And I needed to know that while I was working to build a better future for us, they were somewhere their little hearts and minds would continue to grow. When I was 19, I worked at La Petite Playschool and Nursery. I remember how much everyone genuinely loved the children, how seriously we took our training, and how much care went into every single day. It never felt like "just a daycare." Over the years, Lisa became so much more than my former boss. She became someone I looked up to, someone who believed in me, encouraged me, and loved me through different seasons of life. So when it came time to choose childcare, my heart already knew where my children belonged. Watching Oliver and Juniper thrive has been one of the greatest gifts. They come home with stories, songs, artwork, new words, dirty clothes from playing hard, and smiles that tell me they had another day filled with love. They are learning, exploring, making friends, and being encouraged to be exactly who they are. As a single mom trying to build a new life through higher education, I simply could not do this without the people at La Petite. They have given me so much more than childcare. They've given me peace of mind. They've loved my children as their own while I sit in lectures, study for exams, and work toward becoming a nurse. There aren't enough words to thank you for believing in my little family. Thank you for every hug, every lesson, every scraped knee you've comforted, every milestone you've celebrated, and every day you've made it a little easier for me to chase a dream that will change all of our lives. We are so incredibly grateful.

My son attended this lovely, safe, and clean daycare and preschool from 2021 until 2025. The owner,…read moreMiss Lisa, was a consistent, caring, and communicative teacher. My son still loves her and talks about her. The price was more than reasonable, and the vacations were workable. I especially appreciated the independent skills and support she and her team offered my kid - she helped him learn to walk, potty train, go to the bathroom by himself, and really critically, learn to be kind and caring to other kids. We will forever be grateful to her for her wonderful support in raising our sweet boy.

Our son started going to Delynn's in-home care , Rugrats, after our infant care closed. It was an…read moreexperience I'll be forever grateful for. While I work in higher ed and value education and structure, when our son was younger than school-age, the most important qualities for us were: the development of his character, how he treated others, and that he could be in an environment that felt safe and didn't have flux in caregivers with whom he would bond. For three years, he built relationships with the kids here for the long-term (he's been in school- different from the ones his friends went to, for one year now, and he still has playdates and parties with some of the kids he met here), had to learn to resolve conflicts and work through differences. While working in these relationships, Delynn taught him foundational knowledge for school and physical awareness of his body. Last year, when he started at Santiam Christian, he felt confident and demonstrated competence in all of his schoolwork. His teacher would tell us that he could manage his emotions well, and acted very caringly toward other children. We are so thankful for the foundation that Delynn set for him in her childcare.

When we moved to Corvallis in 2016, we knew that we would need to find a good daycare provider for…read moreour only daughter (1 year old at the time), who we had been lucky enough to care for ourselves until the move. We didn't have a lot of time to search after I found a job, and we interviewed a few different providers but didn't feel that any of them were a good fit for us. We found Delynn (Rugrats THCC) and knew as soon as we interviewed with her that we found the right place for our kiddo. Delynn truly cares about the kids and families she serves, and in partnership with her, our daughter is getting ready to say goodbye at the end of the Summer and transition to Kindergarten. She'll be taking the things she's learned at Delynn's house with her, such as how to be a good friend, a solid educational foundation for entering Kindergarten, respect and care for living creatures, and the close sibling-like relationships she's made with the other littles there. Our family is going to miss having Delynn be a regular part of our lives, and we are grateful to have found such a wonderful, caring place for our daughter to grow and thrive.

I used to work at Zion Hand in Hand and I love everything about it, from coworkers, students, the…read morefacility, to parents. The school system, cleanliness, and loving teachers are caring for every students as their own children. I love the environment, lesson plans, well roundedness, and how kind everyone is. I was a toddler teacher for a year and really love my job, Joan, our director does a very good job at running the place. She is a very caring, hard working, and very clean. I can say that I would never find a better daycare facility than Zion Hand in Hand.

Head Start is a great program! It's a holistic approach that strengthens the whole family, not just…read morethe child. It's also parent driven. Parents get to make a lot of big decisions regarding the whole program, and each center has parent groups for making decisions, planning fun events, and fundraising. The preschool curriculum is really thorough and fun! The schools around this area have fun dedicated staff :) it really is a cool program to be a part of!

If you can figure out when they are open, check out the culinary school at the community college…read morefor an incredibly inexpensive lunch that tastes pretty good in a nice environment. I have a friend who works here (on staff - teacher) and is part of the reason I land in Albany and I have enjoyed many a lunch here and it is super fun. Their set up and service is old school, linens, formality, but they are training chefs all about both front and the back of the house food and service which is such a good thing because so many chefs are socially idiotic and shouldn't get near the front of the house much less own their own place. The food is pretty and solid, featuring whatever the latest culinary trends are (deviled eggs anyone?) and of course there is no wine (thus the four star review :). If in the area and want to go out to lunch check out the college café!

I attended a motorcycle endorsement course at the LBCC campus, and I was impressed with the…read morefacilities and design. It is easy to notice that it is a lovely community college. The newer buildings have a modern style, while the older ones are rustic; both blend well together to form a great learning atmosphere. A courtyard is centrally located at the heart of the LBCC campus that really adds to its appeal and enhances its beauty. Another nice and useful feature for students is the bus stop located in the south parking lot. It sets a stone's throw from many of the main halls and grants easy access for commuters.

+2 for creative & fun music based curriculum. -3 stars for lack of accountability and lack of…read moreparent/teacher communication. My child attended The Magic Flute for 1 Fall session and her Spanish improved tremendously through songs. Kids not only learn ABC's but also a bIt of geography, music, and baking. Unfortunately issues were encountered when the head teacher continuously pried my toddler for info regarding our personal lives. When a complaint was made, La Flauta Mágica not only denied asking such questions, but put fault on child. In addition to the lack of responsibility, the parent/teacher direct communication is lacking. Only 1 teacher is allowed to be in direct communication with parents while the others are not allowed to comment despite having direct contact with children. The preschool rents a portion of a church building with ample parking. Kids are divided in 2 groups with 3 teachers. Options vary on how many days you would like to our child to attend. No weekends, no after school or extended hours available.

Two of my children have gone to La Flauta Mágica and my youngest is currently attending and we have…read morehad a very positive experience. There are parent testimonials on their website and you can contact the director if you'd like more information about their program or if you'd like to be put in contact with other parents to talk to them about their experience.

Amazing service. Called at 4:30 and they were out at 8am the next morning to pump our septic tank…read moreand unclog 3 lines. Thank you for your prompt service. The women in the office are very happy to have their toilet back, and the shop guys are happy it doesn't smell like poo anymore! Double J Trailers

I had an issue with my ATI system and Timothy B and Jordan R came out to repair the cause. What a…read moregreat team. Very professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. They even took photos and video of the problem and fixes which they showed me prior to their departure. I have had A&B on contract for 11 years now. They have always been professional, fair, and prompt when there is an issue. I very much recommend using their services.

Highly recommend scheduling a tour or wildlife encounter!…read more On our "wildlife encounter tour," we got to meet the amazing birds of prey (including getting face to face with a lovely little snow white barn owl) this organization is taking care of. I learned so much and was mesmerized by the birds. The Chimintini Wildlife Center is doing amazing work for all sorts of species of wild animals in the area, and by booking a tour you're not only signing up for an awesome experience and expanding your knowledge of these critical birds, but you're supporting the center's work caring for these birds and many more species that may come into the center. All the birds taken care of here are injured or otherwise wouldn't be able to survive in the wild, so the center uses them for educational tours.