After dealing with other after-school programs, I didn't realize the quality of this place--how…read morewell they handle children and guide them in the process. They would get five stars if their communication and correspondence were better, so I figured I would update their rating. Hopefully, I can get my son back in there.

Excellent school! My child attended for 4 years and had a wonderful experience. The community is…read morevery inclusive, and the teachers and staff are caring and supportive. We love the Montessori approach and the Spanish program--both have been amazing for our child's development. Highly recommend!

Oasis closes often with short notice. As working parents, it is unreliable foe us. Would not come…read moreback when my 2nd child turn 3 next year.

Where to even start... A pure Montessori experience with a loving and talented staff, an amazing…read morenew building close to Montavilla, and a close-knit parent community. I have 2 children currently enrolled, and a 3rd who will go here when he's old enough. The new Elementary program is outstanding and I'm thrilled that my children will get to stay part of this community from age 2.5 through 6th grade. You could not ask for a better Montessori environment our education in general. I'm continually astounded by the level of reading, writing, math, and creativity I see the children at Harmony demonstrating. The fact that they've accomplished so much at such a young age while being so engaged and loving everything about what they're doing makes me want to go back and do school over again myself. We looked at a large number of Montessori programs in Portland and I could not be happier with the choice we ended up making. From the moment we toured this school it was clear that this is a truly special place.

I have had two children attend this magical school. This is education as it should be: child-led,…read morecreative, enriching, immersive. We have seen all types of children be supported and thrive here- which is a testament to the pedagogy and the committed brilliant teachers. Childswork has been a wonderful, deeply meaningful part of our lives, and I can't recommend it enough.

We had the most wonderful experience at Childswork. Although our year was cut short due to Covid in…read more2020- our son LOVED his school. His 2 teachers- Garrett and Cathy were incredible and truly helped our son get used to the school environment. Our son was in the 4 year old class and went 3 days a week. His teachers grew to know him -and really helped identify the kind of student he may be as he mainstreamed into school. I can't wait for our youngest child to attend childswork!

I found Shannon when I needed her the most. Shannon turned my desperation into the best decision I…read morecould have made for my son! He was about 1.5 years old at the time and he had been at two daycares previously... We left the first because they were always having staffing changes. I never know who was going to be watching him and that is such an uncomfortable feeling. But the big issue came with his biting. Its an awful thing to go through as a parent. You feel so bad for the child that got bitten! He was basically asked to leave the second daycare; it was awful and embarrassing. The first time I talked to Shannon on the phone (before doing a tour), I literally fell in love with her! She said all the right words and didn't seem worried in the slightest when I told here about his biting problem. I still remember her words! "He just needs extra love and attention and it will stop." And I can't tell you how true that is! Shannon's loves on all the kids the way us moms/dads do. Her kids aren't just little humans she watches during the day. She loves them and truly wants them to be prepared and excel at their next stages! I hadn't gotten that feeling from the other two daycares. One was a large corporate style place. Cold and all white and just too many kids. But not at Shannon's! The house is warm, inviting, colorful and so much fun. We sometimes stayed a little bit when I arrived to pick him up because he was having such a blast that he's not ready to go. Especially during rainy-day dance parties! Even in the mornings, I would have to ask for a hug and kiss goodbye because he's just ready to play right away! OR he would still be sleepy and need to snuggle with Shannon and Tucker before the other kids started showing up. Don't get me started about the backyard. So much room to run and play and learn! Oh and did I mention the beach sand area??? The kids love it so much that I didn't even mind all the sand that came home in his pockets! We left Shannon's because it was time for Kindergarten. She prepared him so much that he started early at 4 years old! She makes learning so fun! I am so lucky that he got to be with Shannon for a few years. I know he will do big things in life and Shannon helped start his love of learning!

My daughter has attended Shannon's since October 2011. She was about 18 months old at the time,…read moreand is now 3.5 years old. This is the first and only childcare she's ever attended, so I don't have much to compare it to, but I will say that I have been nothing but THRILLED with Shannon's from day 1. Things I love about it: - It's in a big, cozy old PDX bungalow. It's not a home daycare (which is a plus in my book), but it's in a house rather than a 'facility', which is awesome. The outdoor space is amazing and huge and offers a zillion activities...multiple playhouses, slides, tunnels, water tables, even a large asphalt area for learning to ride trikes and bikes. They have picnic tables outside for eating outdoors in nice weather. - Shanny and her two core staff members, Kristin and Courtney are all amazing. They each bring something unique and valuable to the equation, and my daughter loves them all. It's really reassuring to not have to worry about staff turnover. - I feel like my daughter is treated kindly and respected, yet is not allowed to run wild. There is enough discipline to keep all the kids balanced and learning, but I never worry about her treatment for a second. The moment I walked in (after touring several other places that were pure CHAOS), I was really impressed with how well behaved and SMART all the kids were. - The curriculum is great, and Shanny works to improve all the time. - The rates are very fair. It isn't the cheapest place in town, but neither is it the most expensive by any stretch. Overall, my one and only has really thrived at Shannon's. I can't speakly highly enough about it, really. We plan to keep her there until she starts kindergarten. I only wish Shanny offered after school care too!

Great place to learn a new languages! I sat in on a class and the teacher was great with the kids!…read moreThe kids new more than I did after 2 years of high school Spanish!

From the owner: Kids Like Languages is the most experienced provider of educationally-sound foreign language and…read moreculture classes to preschool, elementary, and middle school students in the metropolitan area of Portland, Oregon. Kids Like Languages began classroom teaching in 1996 and has educated thousands of children in our region. Kids Like Languages offers classes in Spanish, French, Mandarin, Japanese, German, Italian, American Sign Language (ASL), and other languages.

This is the re-opened Chrysalis preschool, run by the founders daughter, Lily…read more My 3-year old has gone here for the last six months. Lily is absolutely incredible. As an early childhood educator for over a decade myself, and someone who still works with kids, I am absolutely so particular about preschools and teachers. And I genuinely have zero complaints about Chrysalis. Lily has been so supportive, communicative, and wonderful with the children, and she also sets up the school schedule so that she doesn't burn out and is able to give her energy and self to the work when she is there. We love everything about Chrysalis and cannot recommend it enough. Go check it out for yourself!

One only has to meet Lily the "teacher" to know our children are in good hands. The philosophy is…read moreplay based which has been known to be the most important element in allowing children to make sense of their world without the intrusion of top down "learning" that should come later. No pressure here to learn or memorize. The play area is located in a beautifully repurposed space carefully and thoughtfully designed to offer kids various play spaces where they find exploration and discovery at their own pace and their own interests. The Waldorf philosophy of child development "from the inside out" is alive and well. There are no screens to distract from play. We were lucky to get in and have our grandson there.

My child attends Wooden Fish Preschool on 122nd Ave and I love it. Teacher Abby and Teacher Chantel…read moretake their time with her to make sure she is learning and moving! I would highly recommend Wooden Fish Preschool to anyone who has a little that is ready to start their learning journey.

My two year old daughter goes to Wooden Fish preschool and I love what I'm seeing! She is an only…read morechild, very shy and is speech delayed. Ever since she has started preschool she is more curious about new things and plays better with other kids. I love how the school keeps me well informed on everything they do through out the day including pictures.