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.

I've sent both my kids here and had a great experience! Miss Jenny is a wonderful nurturing teacher…read moreand creates a very fun environment for kids to explore. Loved having the parent/teacher conferences with her and talking about how each kid was doing and what we could work on. Great community of involved parents, too, some of whom have become friends.

Both daughters went to HPP for two years each and loved it!! They are both having so much success…read morein elementary school. It was a wonderful experience for our family.

What a magical place! Our 4 year old has been attending this year and absolutely loves his time…read morethere. The teachers and staff are amazing people who are very caring, thoughtful people. We get extensive weekly recaps and photos sent, so we can see and hear about the experiences our child has had and what they've been learning about. The level of care and attention given to the development, safety, and health of our child has given us an extreme sense of comfort. I would highly recommend this preschool to any parent looking to have their child attend!

Both of our children have attended this wonderful little preschool under the leadership of Director…read moreand now owner Katie. Our children both came (our son, now in 1st grade) and currently our daughter, come home happy, excited to share what they have done that day and what they have learned. This is the type of preschool I would open myself as a former educator. They kids get to participate in structured and unstructured play, indoor & outdoor play and drive thier own independence and relationships. Highly recommend this wonderful neighborhood preschool!

I was a teacher at Montessori of Alameda I started there early September I'm glad that I was able…read moreto meet amazing coworkers that I got to work with that helped me when I first started also being with the kids... But late January I got let go I was upset I was angry cuz . They didn't give me a written warning and I just think it's unfair that they let me go and I have ever right to feel this way. But I know I'm a strong woman

Beware of this Montessori! They will take your hard-earned money! Their no refund policies for…read morewaitlisting your child is downright robbery, in my opinion. I put my daughter down for the waitlist and have waited almost a year now and still have not heard from them. And now that we decided to move to Alaska instead, they refuse to give my $100 back. If you put your child on their waitlist, be prepared to wait for a VERY long time or not even get in and lose your $$. Such a very unpleasant experience.

This school has been so great for our toddler. Our son loves it here. Teachers are patient, staff…read moreis very friendly and communicative, and they are very accommodating for our toddler. Ever since he's joined he's learned a lot and the style of learning suits him. Teachers are very involved in creating a safe space for our child to grow and learn. This is one of the few/only schools that allow you to monitor your children which is a huge plus. The school is closed off and feels very secure. In comparison to all of the other schools it is also the most affordable. They are very open to communicating with us and accommodating whatever needs. The location in the Bethany village is really nice as well as there are so many other children's activities around. My son also loves playing in their outdoor area which is nice and spacious.

I love Bethany Village Montessori. I am so impressed by the school and how much my son has learned…read moreduring this school year. My son is 2. At the start of the school year, he didn't know any English, was using a pacifier and wasn't potty trained. Now he's telling jokes in English, is very sociable, ditched the pacifier and is wearing underwear. He's grown so much at the school with the help of Ms. Kelli. Why I like this school in comparison to the other schools nearby: - I can watch the security camera of my child's classroom all day which is comforting especially since he's young - He is given nutritional snacks and lunch from the school - He is given a lot of 1 on 1 attention - It is more affordable in comparison to the schools nearby - It is safe, there are codes for the doors and outside is closed off. - language and motor skills development exceeds his age group because of the Montessori learning style - Great communication between Ms. Tammi and the parents

I wouldn't say we are picky parents, but the saying "third time's a charm" fits for us. After…read moretrying two other childcare options, we found Childroots and we couldn't be happier. Their philosophy of child led learning and socializing is a perfect fit for our child. The director and teachers are always available and are in regular communications with us about how we can best help our kid overcome problems, enhance his learning, and work through some of this big childhood emotions. We know our kid is growing fast, and when we can't be there, we are so glad that Childroots can be. They are not only helping our now 5 year old build skills for life, they are helping us be better parents.

We adore Child Roots! Our oldest son attended from age three until he went to kindergarten and now…read moreour youngest son is there. The teachers are caring, creative and kind. We were skeptical about the cuisine as we didn't think our boys would like it, but they have become adventurous eaters because fo the wide variety to foods offered. We're so happy to be a Child Roots family.

Stumptown Kids is more than just a pre-school. Jenn and her staff go out of their way to create a…read morewelcoming and nurturing environment that keeps kids engaged, models kindness and self-reliance, and welcomes parents to be part of their child's "school life". Every day that I went there, it was a place of peace and kindness where kids are encouraged to grow in their own ways. The instructors were always responsive to questions and after-hours emails and stayed engaged with where our son was in his development. Since the class size is kept small, all of the kids know each other and their parents mostly know each other, leading to a real "family" atmosphere in the school. In addition, I was really pleased by the way they took any special needs in stride. My son with hearing loss (wore hearing aids) went here for two years. Jenn and her crew made sure that his needs were being met every day and never once made him (or us) feel like the "odd-man-out". They even changed the main room of the preschool to make it more sound-absorbing, so our son wouldn't be so overwhelmed with noise. When we needed to schedule speech therapists to come to the school for him it was never an issue. I would highly recommend Stumptown Kids to anyone considering sending their child there. It's run by real people who genuinely care about your kids and want to see them succeed. I was really sad to have to move on from here when it was time.

With both my daughters attending Stumptown Kids Preschool it has been our family's home away from…read morehome and I couldn't imagine my children spending their days anywhere else. Stumptown Kids is a play-based and child-centered preschool, which means the school values child development and listens to the what the individual children are communicating. My children have been able to explore and learn about the world around them in a safe and loving environment. I appreciate how the staff teaches the children how to take care of themselves both emotionally and physically. My second grader still eats her protein first from her school lunch, which is just one example of how she learned to take care of her body. What I have cherished the most is the sense of community that Stumptown Kids have instilled in my children. The school does this on a personal level by providing the tools for the children to support each other; and on the local level the school does this by taking neighborhood walks and regular visits to a nearby senior living community. The school itself is a beautiful space. Jennifer Loring, the owner, has taken great care to design a school that feels both welcoming and fun.

We could not recommend Willow Tree more highly! It's warm and creative with tons of outdoor time,…read moreart, gardening, and a Reggio philosophy that lets kids focus on discovery and play. Teachers Kim, Annemarie, and Danny are loving, experienced, and do an incredible job helping preschoolers navigate friendships and relationships to find their voice, which I didn't realize was something I should be looking for in a preschool until I saw it happening. Our daughter was a very slow-to-warm-up kid and had never been in a group care setting before so I worried about her ability to separate when it came time for preschool. The teachers helped her through her initial nervousness with endless patience and warmth, and 2 years later she's a confident, kind, collaborative kid who is SO ready for kindergarten. I truly credit Willow Tree for that. We will miss this place deeply and can't wait for our youngest to join when she's 3!

I highly recommend this charming neighborhood school! I have so many good things to say, where to…read morestart... Willow Tree Preschool was my son's first experience away from me, as well as his first experience with other children in a structured environment. The school was the perfect transition for him (and me!), as it was welcoming, organized and fun to be at, which gave him the right amount of structure balanced with the freedom to be himself. When I first met Kim, the owner, I told her I felt like it was what I had imagined that perfect preschool would be for my son--natural materials, a beautiful setting, and an outside play area and garden to explore with wonderful teachers and kids. My son truly enjoyed going to school each day and my husband and I could tell that he felt valued as a part of the school community. He had his own hook, cubby, cup and wash cloth at school, as well as a "me" book to share and a journal of his own to write and draw in each day--small details that made my son feel pretty special. He enjoyed the visiting art, music and yoga teachers that made each day interesting and dynamic. I know he felt safe and free to explore and discover. He came home happy, focused and even more open to collaboration with his younger brother. We loved that the school hosted events and field trips that included the children and parents, which helped our entire family to be a part of the community as well. My husband and I were always delighted to receive a "Daily Page" each day by email that recounted the day's activities and projects, which we shared with appreciative aunts, uncles and grandparents. Kim and her staff made special efforts to let me know how my son was doing, and I always felt like they were open to hearing my concerns and suggestions. We're sad to be leaving Portland this fall, but if we were staying, I'd want all three of my kids to be part of Willow Tree.