We have always known a Montessori would be very beneficial to our children's learning experience…read morebut we were not prepared for how fast our child would be learning. She is always coming home with a new word or experience from school and we are always amazed with what her teacher has to say at the parent-teacher conferences. We are so grateful to have a great school with extraordinary teachers. Thank you MCH!

MCH is a wonderful school with caring, dedicated staff. We have sent three kids here, spanning…read morenearly seven years. The negative review from 2014 makes me crack up--anyone else had trouble getting their toddler to dress appropriately for weather?! :)

I have two children attending Little Village and couldn't be more thrilled with their experience…read morethere. My kids started attending this fall when they first opened after attending another Montessori school last year (which unfortunately closed). Of the many things I appreciate about the school, my favorite aspect is the quality of teachers. My 4 year old daughter is quite strong willed and I love how the teachers provide her with clear boundaries while also celebrating her desire to be constantly on the go. My daughter responds so well to the respectful way she is treated and we've noticed at home how her behavior has changed positively because of the language and social skills they provide her with at school. My son started when he was 2 1/2 and I was worried he'd be overwhelmed by the multi-aged class but the teachers create an inclusive environment in which they encourage the older children to help the younger. He's doing so well there. On top of the loving environment, which is most important to me at their ages, the educational aspect is blowing my mind. When I tell my mom, who was an elementary teacher for over 40 years, what the kids have been working on she is impressed with the wide variety of subjects as well as the kids excitement for their work. I could go on and on with all the ways we appreciate this school, but here are just a few bullet points that might be helpful for other parents looking for a preschool. -Lunch is provided and it's healthful, mostly organic and made on site. -They learn so much through music and have a special music class a week on top of the daily song/calendar/circle time. -The space is very clean, calm and inviting. -Children get quality one on one time with the teachers as the student to teacher ratio is low. -There have been 3 holiday programs/parties so far on the weekends or evenings that are so special and fun. While we lived in Sellwood when the kids started school, we've recently move 20 minutes away and considered changing schools to something closer. We've realized that a school experience as quality as this is worth the drive time and we will happily be staying through Kindergarten. I'm not sure if it's listed on their website, but they do offer tours and observation times for prospective parents.

Our experience thus far with Little Village has been nothing short of amazing! My daughter has…read morechanged quite drastically and I believe that much of her change is due in part to the Montessori learning method, but mostly because of the teachers and faculty of Little Village. Upon entering LVM, my daughter has been challenged by the curriculum and the work, but most importantly, accepted and loved by the teachers. The school itself is clean, organized, and a happy place to attend. We are greeted each morning with smiles and excitement. I will be enrolling my younger daughter next year and can't say enough good things about this school!

We have now been at this school for three years and we could not be happier. We left our…read moreneighborhood school mid-year because our son was being bullied and despite numerous conversations with his teacher, the counselor, and the principal little to nothing was done. When I picked our son up from his shadow day at FMES, he said it was the best day of his life. Within a week he was more joyful than he'd ever been at our neighborhood school. Three years later, he has some of the sweetest friends and is the happiest I've ever seen him. This past weekend (end of spring break) he said he was missing school because he is really enjoying math. Our younger son has ADHD and is also thriving. The options and flexibility really work well for him. FMES feels different from the moment you walk through the door. It's a very warm and welcoming community. Having taught special education in public schools for twelves years it was tough for us to make the decision to switch but we could not be happier. The love and care our children receive at FMES protects their innocence and joy, giving them a wonderful childhood.

I love FMES for so many reasons…read more When our needs were not being met by the public school system, the amazing teachers at FMES helped identify what our kids needed almost instantly. I'm not a fan of all Montessori pedagogy, but they have such a wonderful blend of taking the best parts, and being flexible where it's not working. The leadership was incredibly thoughtful, patient, and communicative in dealing with the pandemic. I felt respected, heard, and most importantly, that our kid's safety AND education were being put at the forefront. Lastly, the environment is open to all sorts of people. The religious components are opt-in. We were literally in tears of joy after the tour, feeling that we had found a match for our family. Four years later, we couldn't be happier, and now have FOUR kids enrolled. That shows how happy we are!

My oldest started Kindergarten this year. The teacher told me she is well advance (academically)…read moreand prepared (socially) for school. I have to give credit to the teachers at Wonder World Preschool. They care about the well-being of their students growth and it really pays off at this school. Thank you!!

Tracie and Mrs. R. Are fantastic! They are so living and compassionate. My son has had very hard…read moredrop offs but they have handled it so well. They go out of the way to make sure he feels safe and loved--- and that I know he is ok too. They are a very small school - opposite of where we were before - but it has turned out to be just what we need. My son loves it there, except for the drop offs, and he loves Tracie and Mrs. R. I HIGHLY recommend this school. I know this is where my younger daughter will be going in a couple of years when she gets older.

Chestnut Grove has been a wonderful fit for my family and our 2 1/2 year old. I could mention how…read morecomfortable we are with the teacher, or the beautiful setting inside and out, or the friendly labradoodle, or how much my child is thriving there, but I'll just mention lunch and snacks.. The children regularly participate in it's creation. Examples include: - making their own veggie dip by harvesting herbs from the planter boxes outside and mixing with yogurt to have with carrots - harvesting eggs from the backyard chickens, helping to whisk them, and assembling with the crust and a mound of veggies harvested from the garden - enjoying a tea party with real tea - safe solo fruit food prep: slicing bananas, kiwi or juicing oranges We adore this place!

Chestnut Grove is a very sweet community for young children. The calm, methodical structure and…read moreguidance lets kids grow in confidence and learning, and to be accountable and have follow through. It is a lovely environment that gave my child certainty, warm structure, and care during an uncertain time in life. We are grateful for the good learning and growth he gained there, and loving guidance.

I have a 4 year old who attends this coop and we absolutely love Miss Emma and all the families at…read morethe school. We only volunteer 2 times per month and there are only 4 general parent meetings throughout the school year. My son also loves his friends. It has been a very positive experience for us :)

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!

My daughter has attended Child's View for the last two years and it has been a wonderful…read moreexperience. We are big fans of the Montessori approach to learning, one that gives the child the opportunity to explore and find the activities they need to grow. The school and the teachers create an environment that allows for that kind of learning. Child's View changed ownership last November and has only gotten better. If you are looking for preschool to kindergarten program, I would strongly encourage you to check out Child's View.

Child's View is a great little Montessori tucked in SW Portland (near Capitol Hwy and Barbur). They…read moreemphasis respect both for each other and for the environment. Very green. Great renovated facilities. Wonderful, nurturing staff. Nice outside play area and garden. I highly recommend them.