Our kids have been at Marylhurst for three years, and they're thriving academically, socially, and…read moreemotionally. Our fourth grader is reading at a tenth-grade level, and our first grader is doing second-grade math--but more importantly (to us), they LOVE their school and are having an awesome experience. The teachers are just exceptional. They're all deeply attuned to each child's learning style and emotional development. The narrative reports we receive twice a year are so thoughtful and insightful that it's palpable that our kids are really KNOWN and appreciated for who they truly are. Their personality quirks, the edges where they're being challenged by a concept... it's all there. The teachers seriously SEE our kids. All of the teachers we've had has been experienced, compassionate, and connected with the kids. But the best part is that our kids have fallen in love with learning, which is what we hoped for most. Our oldest was quickly becoming an anxious perfectionist at a public school in kindergarten before we made the switch, but as soon as we moved to Marylhurst, he began to expand into a flexible, growth-mindset oriented student who understands that mistakes are one of the best ways to learn. The kids get to learn not through endless worksheets or computer programs, but through student-led projects that often turn into elaborate, imagined worlds. Since the kids own so much of the process together, they are invested in their projects, and learn to collaborate across ages in blended classrooms. And the campus is beautiful; it's woodsy and peaceful, with a pond and forested trails for cross-country running. We couldn't be happier with our kids' experience at Marylhurst. It's a nurturing, inspiring community that fosters curiosity and confidence. 10/10, five stars.

This is my son's first year at Marylhurst and he loves what he is learning and how he is learning…read moreit. He is currently in pre-school participating in music, PE and Spanish and we plan to extend into Kindergarten and beyond. There is a true sense of community amongst the school. The learning style is definitely great for our kiddo. I highly recommend you tour, it's what sold me!

The teachers, families, and environment at Oregon City Preschool will be close to my heart for…read moreyears to come! I'm so glad my children both attended this school.

From the owner: A love of learning starts here!…read more At Oregon City Preschool, we encourage our kids to learn through play and aim to create an environment that fosters healthy social skills and a lifelong love of learning. At OCP we strive to have your child socially and academically ready to walk into kindergarten confident and eager to take on the day!

My 4yo has been with OC early learning since she was 1.5yo. She has had wonderful teachers since…read more The staff is friendly and truly cares for the children. We have loved every single one of her teachers. The program is more than daycare. They actively teach the kids numbers, letters, science, arts and crafts.

So grateful to have found such a wonderful community for our kiddos. We joined this program at the…read moreheight of the pandemic and never felt safer. The staff and educators have become our family and we fully entrust them with our children's' care. We couldn't have found a better place for our kiddos to learn and grow.

Madeline runs such an amazing program and we are so blessed to have her teaching our son. We…read morestarted at Wildflower in April after having a truly awful experience at another preschool where I felt like my kid was not loved or treated with respect and compassion. Madeline is such an amazing teacher and I can't imagine anyone better suited to teaching this age group than her. She's the epitome of a fun, calm, silly, and compassionate teacher who loves the kids in her care fiercely and helps them explore and blossom in her care. My son has his confidence back and actually wants to go to school every day. At our prior school he complained about going every day and came home so defeated. He is truly thriving with Madeline and her program and we feel so lucky to be here. Aside from how amazing Madeline is as a teacher, the outdoor area is amazing, the inside is cozy, and the program is a perfect balance of structure and individual play. My son comes home singing new songs and talking about fun games they played every day. And the sense of community is so amazing and something I didn't know I was missing. I can't recommend Madeline enough!

My daughter loves Teacher Madeline and treats us like family and hosts such fun events. We've been…read moregoing here for about 6 months now (first timer for everything my daughter is 3) and are blessed to have found this learning center. The adjustment felt so smooth. My daughter almost never wants to go home during pick up. The classroom is always put together and super organized, the backyard is huge and there's so much room to play. And you get multiple updates with pictures and videos a day. I definitely recommend!! You will not regret

This school is amazing in so many ways. We never thought private school was possible due to our one…read moreincome home. But NCCS(their Love in action ways) and Mrs James has made it possible for us to have our 10 year old daughter attend since mid-year her first grade year. With their accessible financial aid process and the generosity of this school, my daughter has had years of exceptional biblical teachings and academic schooling. The respect trickles down to the students and offers a kind and loving environment. I find their ways truly amazing. Clearly led by Jesus Himself, this school is the tops! I never want to have our kiddo leave it until she's a high school graduate. Thanks NCCS staff and families for giving us love and a safe place in this dark filled world.

NCCS has been an absolute blessing to our family!…read more We LOVE the community and closeness that we have felt since the beginning! We have loved all of the teachers and staff and really appreciate the perfect class sizes! It is so comforting knowing that the things we are teaching at home are being taught at school too. School years go by extremely fast and a lot of time is spent at school. We are thankful that our children attend a school that shares and promotes the values that we live by, loves and guides them to grow and is committed to achieving a higher education standard every year.

The Kitchen Garden Playschool is a truly special place. As a parent of two children that ADORE this…read moreplayschool, I'm continually amazed by the love, creativity, and dedication Chelsea and Marissa--the incredible sister duo behind the school--bring to their work. They've created a preschool that feels like an extension of family. From digging in the mud kitchen to exploring the greenhouse, every activity ignites curiosity and builds confidence. My kids have learned to grow plants, explore the outdoors, and embrace the joy of hands-on discovery. The outdoor-focused curriculum is thoughtfully crafted to inspire and nurture young minds. If you want a place where your kids will thrive, connect with nature, and develop a love of learning, The Kitchen Garden Playschool is the perfect choice. We feel so fortunate to be part of this wonderful community!

From the owner: Welcome to The Kitchen Garden Playschool!…read more Are you searching for a nurturing environment where your child can thrive through gardening, nutrition, and play? Look no further than The Kitchen Garden Playschool, where we cultivate young minds alongside beautiful plants. Here's why parents love us: A Focus on Gardening and Nutrition: At The Kitchen Garden Playschool, we believe in the power of hands-on learning. Through gardening, children not only learn about plants and how they grow but also develop a deep appreciation for nature. Our structured curriculum integrates lessons on nutrition, teaching children the importance of healthy eating from a young age. Flexible Class Offerings: We understand the demands of modern schedules. That's why we offer morning and afternoon classes on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Child-Centered Approach: We embrace each child's unique pace of development. Our philosophy revolves around moving slowly and allowing children to grow naturally, fostering independence and confidence as they explore the world around them. Engaging Activities: From planting seeds to harvesting vegetables and preparing nutritious snacks, every moment at The Kitchen Garden Playschool is an opportunity for fun and learning. Eating What They Grow: One of the highlights of our program is the joy children experience when they eat what they've grown themselves. Gardening cultivates enthusiasm for vegetables, encouraging healthy eating habits that last a lifetime.

We moved both of our kids to Cascade Summit after them being at another Montessori school from the…read moretime they were both 3 months old. We really agonized over this decision but ultimately we have been very pleased with the move. Our son who is older and had a tough time adjusting a first told me soon afterwards "can we please stay at this school?" and has talked about how much he likes going there. The teachers and staff are wonderful and I have no hesitation leaving my children with them all day. The class sizes are great and I can tell how much time and attention my kids are getting. My four year old is already doing addition and subtraction and learning so much about various countries, the human body, how to write, etc. And for my toddler, they have been fantastic at assisting and supporting potty training which is such a nice bonus. She cannot wait to run in and hug her teachers and friends every day. As a parent and working mom, I really appreciate that we have NEVER once had to keep our kids home because the center lacked ratio, something that happened constantly at our last daycare and was a source of extreme frustration. Their prices are fair, they provide all the food and snacks, and they have minimal days that they are closed, in particular if you choose their extended day program. The people and other families are friendly, and the place has a great vibe to it, something you can sense as soon as you walk in. Overall this daycare center has been a great find and a huge asset for our family. I highly recommend them.

After almost two years, I no longer felt my child was safe at Cascade Summit Montessori. There were…read moresome positives. There are some wonderful staff and teachers. The school property is gorgeous. The playground is nice. Lunch and snacks are included in tuition, which I believed was reasonable. We tried to give the school time to regroup during this past year because we saw so much potential, but, it never got better. We received very little communication from our teachers, if any. The turnover has been extremely high. In less than two years, we've been through 3 directors and 5 teachers. We often did not know who would be teaching our child any given day, or if our teacher would even be there. The inconsistency was hard to ignore as you try to build your child up to depend on adults and to be able to rely on their teachers. A new teacher would arrive with a new routine, new rules, new keywords and phrases...and a few weeks/months later...a new teacher would arrive. The turnover rate just left our child in limbo, shuttled between classes, different teachers, different rules, for over a year. It was not a consistent, positive, nurturing experience. I was willing to overlook many of the negatives. But, this school has dealt with multiple shutdowns in the past few weeks due to COVID exposures. We would often find out on a moments notice, sometimes AT the door to drop off our child, that the classroom was closed. When we asked about reimbursement due to a staff-related exposure closure, we were told that there weren't any "fiscal updates." They didn't offer more vacation days or any other compromise or compensation. They didn't even care to follow-up or mention it again. When we inquired about their staff being vaccinated, they said it was a personal choice. But, when the classrooms closed due to a staff-related exposure, we were told to keep paying. After multiple COVID exposures, classroom closures, and extremely high teacher turnover, the school began requesting the assistance of parents to find substitutes. They also requested parents who would like to "do more within our community" to "volunteer" during pickup and dropoff to help take temperature checks for children at the door. This reminded me of one dropoff experience where I waited patiently at the door with my child, along with another parent and their child. When it came our turn, the teacher came to the door and taped a piece of paper to the door with a phone number. She cracked it open slightly, enough to let us know that "we're full, we're in ratio." My child looked up confused and said, "They're full? No school today????" The teacher said that we just needed to call the number and a teacher would come to the door. I asked if it wouldn't be too much trouble to let someone know, as I had left my phone in the car. She said "sure", closed the door, and went back to her classroom. Within a few minutes, before I could leave the parking lot, the director...and the same teacher...were at the door helping a new line of children. They were "full" and "in ratio" just a few moments prior. But, these are small examples of the inconsistent leadership at this school. Lastly, and what hurt the most, was when we told the director that we no longer felt our child was safe and we would be leaving Cascade Summit Montessori. This is the school my child had spent the past two years at. Two years. Almost half of my child's life. When I said we no longer felt safe and would not return, the entire email was "We are sorry to see her go." They didn't even bother to ask one question, or even leave a salutation, signature, name, nothing. That was how it ended. Seven words. When I arrived to pickup her remaining belongings that day, the director was notified I had arrived. I saw her helping other parents. She looked my way, but didn't bother to say a word. Nothing. After two years, I would expect a school to be more invested in my child, invested in their safety and their care, and be more professional. After two years, they could only respond with, "We are sorry to see her go."