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MULTIPLE LOCATIONS Childpeace Montessori School 1516 NW Thurman Street, 2408 SE 16th Avenue 503-222-1197
Childpeace Montessori is a premier Montessori school in Portland for ages 14 months through eighth grade. For 45 years Childpeace has fostered independence, confidence, and adaptability in tomorrow’s global citizens through their rich educational environments and engaged faculty.
14 months old 8th grade
$1,025-$1,730 monthly (tuition assistance available)
Student-centered, Experiential, Montessori
Register on website
childpeace.org
ChildRoots
ChildRoots is an art- and science-based day care and preschool dedicated to providing superior childcare for children ages six weeks to six years.
6 weeks 6 years old
$1,365-$1,840 monthly
Play-based, Contact to schedule Reggio Emilia, Whole child
childroots.com
West Hills Montessori
Meeting the social, emotional and intellectual needs of children through joyful exploration and hands-on learning
15 months12 years old
$955-$1,600 monthly
Montessori
Contact to receive a virtual tour brochure
westhills-montessori.com
Virtual Session February 25, Contact for details
renpdx.org
Multiple Locations 503-235-1151
Multiple Locations 503-246-5495
SOUTH/SOUTHEAST PORTLAND A Renaissance School of Arts and Sciences
Children work through critical and creative thinking strategies toward insightful and innovative solutions. They offer rolling enrollment and small class sizes.
K-8th grade
$15,150 - $16,000 annually
Experiential, Whole child, Inquiry-based project learning
Childswork Learning Center
Childswork is a school where children and their families develop relationships, discover new ideas, construct knowledge through play and cultivate a joy for learning.
Preschool2nd grade
$250-$1,700 monthly
Experiential, Contact to schedule Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Whole child
childswork.org
Green Tulip Peace & Nature School
Green Tulip Peace & Nature School in an indoor/outdoor childcare and preschool offering music, art, and outdoor classroom learning.
2-5 years old
$600-$1,400 monthly
Experiential, Language immersion, Montessori, Playbased, Reggio Emilia, Whole child, Waldorf
January 30, February 27: 11-1pm
greentulipschool.com
Micha-el School
Waldorf School; Blending language arts, math and sciences with music, foreign languages, art and movement, they fully engage children at every developmental age.
K-8th grade
$6,020-$8,340 annually
Waldorf
Contact to schedule
micha-elschool.org
Riverdale Grade School
Riverdale Grade School provides an exceptional, academically rigorous, comprehensive kindergarten through 8th grade program.
K-8th grade
$12,038-$13,518 annually
Coalition of Essential Schools, projectbased learning
Contact to schedule
riverdaleschool.com
234 S. Bancroft Street 971-221-2311
4235 SE Salmon Street 503-234-3611
7631 SE Raymond Street 503-310-5772
13515A SE Rusk Rd 503-882-3322
11733 S Breyman Avenue 503-262-4842
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SOUTH/SOUTHEAST PORTLAND (continued) The International School 2305 S Water Avenue 503-226-2496
For over 30 years, they’ve offered education that goes beyond language and cultural immersion to open a world of possibilities. Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese.
3 years old5th grade
Flexible tuition available
Language immersion, Playbased, International Baccalaureate
January 26, 7pm (virtual)
intlschool.org
SOUTHWEST PORTLAND Catlin Gabel School 8825 SW Barnes Road 503-297-1894
They foster in every student a wellspring of curiosity, courage, and empathy—three characteristics that cultivate a lifelong love of learning.
Preschool 12th grade
$28,600-35,700 annually
Experiential, Whole child, Preschool is on campus in accordance with Governor requirements
Virtual Info Sessions. January Dates/Times Online
catlin.edu
Cedarwood Waldorf School
Cedarwood isn’t just a school. It’s a place for the whole family to learn and grow and connect with community.
PreK-8th grade
$15,500 annually
Experiential, Play-based, Whole child, Waldorf
Janurary 21, February 13
cedarwoodschool.org
Let’s Play School Preschool and Childcare 1750 SW 89th Avenue 971-200-6048
LPS offers small classes, an experienced staff and a place for children to learn, play and grow as a community and as an individual.
3-6 years old
$2,000-$4,000 monthly
Experiential, Play-based, Whole child
Contact to schedule
letsplayschool.net
Northwest Academy
Northwest Academy is committed to inspiring students to discover their intellectual and artistic voices in a creative and supportive atmosphere.
6th-12th grade
$23,800–$25,400 annually
Arts integration, STEM/STEAM
January 5, 14 & 26, 10:30-11:30am
nwacademy.org
Oregon Episcopal School
OES prepares students for higher education PreK -12th grade and lifelong learning by inspiring intellectual, physical, social, emotional, artistic, and spiritual growth.
Financial Assistance Available
Experiential
January 6 7pm
oes.edu
Portland Jewish Academy
PJA is an independent, inclusive school, pro- Infant-8th grade viding an academically rich environment that supports each student’s social, emotional, and spiritual growth.
$5,550-$20,940 annually
Experiential, Playbased, Whole child, Online/Virtual
Contact to schedule
pjaproud.org
Small Friends Preschool
Their engaging, developmentally appropriate environment gives children space to play, create, experiment and collaborate to make meaning of their world.
$182-$233 monthly
Experiential, Play-based, Whole child
Virtual Info Night February 4, 7pm
smallfriendsschool.com
3030 SW 2nd Avenue 503-245-1477
1130 SW Main Street 503-223-3367
6300 SW Nicol Road 503-768-3115
6651 SW Capitol Highway 503-244-0126
7475 SW Oleson Road 503-388-2266
3-5 years old
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SOUTHWEST PORTLAND (continued) Willow Creek Forest School 11640 SW Boones Ferry Road 503-265-9182
An outdoor, place-based preschool in SW Portland, where children spend their days crafting, singing, hiking and playing among the native trees and ferns.
3-5 years old
$375-$895 monthly
Experiential, Montessori, Playbased, Outdoor
Contact to schedule
willowcreekforestschool. org
NORTH/NORTHEAST PORTLAND Portland Village School 7654 N Delaware Avenue
A public, K-8, Waldorf charter school teaching respect and reverence by developing the head, heart, and hands in children from all backgrounds and cultures.
K-8th grade
Tuition-free public charter school
Waldorf
Contact to schedule
portlandvillageschool.org
Schoolita Alegria
Spanish (about 75% ) in a nurturing, playful, musical, academic, healthy, creative, playful, whole child, building towards preparation for kindergarten.
3-5 years old
$625-$875 monthly
Language immersion, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf
Contact to schedule
schoolita-alegria.com
St. Rose School
They provide a comprehensive PK-8 education that includes art, music, PE and more. They help form lifelong learners who respect others and serve their community.
PreK-8th grade
$6,590-$8,240 annually
Whole child
January 20, 6pm
strosepdxschool.org
The Madeleine School
The Madeleine School challenges students to achieve their greatest potential with an academically excellent & faith-filled education. All are welcome!
K-8th grade
$6,065-$7,750 annually
Whole child, Catholic - All are Welcome!
Virtual Information Night: January 26, 6pm
themadeleine.edu/school
503-445-0056
4605 NE Campaign Street 503-706-1077
5309 NE Alameda St 503-281-1912
3240 NE 23rd Avenue 503-288-9197
NORTHWEST PORTLAND French American International School
Develop Global Citizens | Foster MultiLanguage Ability | Shape Active Learners | Deliver Academic Excellence
Preschool8th Grade
$18,845 annually (Preschool) $22,116 annually (Middle School)
Language immersion, Play-based, Online/ Virtual, International Baccalaureate (IB)
Virtual Open House (PS-K): Jan 15, 9am
faispdx.org
MSB
MSB is where curiosity comes alive and children love to learn! Experience why MSB has been a leader in early childhood education for over 40 years.
3-12 years old
$9,860-$12,600 annually
Montessori
January 9, 10-11am
msb.org
8500 NW Johnson Street 503-292-7776
11065 NW Crystal Creek Lane 503-439-1597
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NORTHWEST PORTLAND (continued) Scuola Italiana di Portland
Scuola Italiana offers a part-time Italian language and cultural immersion preschool in NW Portland, mirroring the scuola dell’infanzia (preschool) in Italy.
Pre-K
$11 hourly
Language immersion
Virtual Open Houses by appointment only
scuola.us/preschool
St. Pius X School
St. Pius X School provides a faith-centered Catholic education that builds community, forms life-long learners, and promotes academic and moral excellence.
Preschool8th grade
$2,340 - $9,120 annually
Catholic
January 16, 5-7pm January 29, 5-7pm
stpiuspanthers.org
Xstream Preschool
They foster and build upon children’s natural curiosity and how it works by giving them the opportunity to explore a wide variety of subjects.
3-5 years old
Call for details
Reggio Emilia
Contact to schedule
xstreamlc.com
1542 NW 14th Avenue 971-270-0470
1260 NW Saltzman Road 503-644-3244
2029 NW Miller Road 503-914-9995
BEAVERTON/HILLSBORO German International School
Learn about their German and Chinese Tracks, what happens each day, meet the teachers, and discover the unique opportunities for your child.
Twos-5th grade
$11,585-$15,650 annually
Language immersion, January 24, 10-11:30am Play-based, Whole child, International Baccalaureate
gspdx.org
3900 SW Murray Boulevard, Beaverton 503-626-9089
Holy Trinity Catholic School
Catholic education for the whole child.
Pre-K - 8th grade
$6,840-$9,765 annually
Whole child
Contact to schedule
htsch.org
KLA Schools of Hillsboro 1855 NE 48th Avenue, Hillsboro 503-333-2002
Their mission is to provide a safe, innovative environment and high-quality education inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach to education.
6 weeks 5 years old
$800-$1,800 monthly
Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Whole child
See their FB page for in-person and virtual events throughout the month: facebook.com/ KLAschoolofhillsboro/ events/
klaschoolshillsboro.com
Little Fruit Farm Montessori
Supporting children’s natural development, curiosity and exploration. Low student teacher ratios, beautiful home and garden environments.
Toddler-PreK
Call for details
Montessori
Contact to schedule
16445 SW Melinda Street, Beaverton 503-521-8603
littlefruitfarmmontessori. com
Tualatin Valley Academy 7405 E Main Street, Hillsboro 503-649-5518
Mission Statment: Rooting Students in Faith for Courageous Living, Innovative Learning, and Servant Leadership.
Pre-K 10th grade
$6,800-$9,500 annually
Experiential, Whole child
Contact to schedule
tualatinvalleyacademy.org
13755 SW Walker Rd, Beaverton 503-644-5748
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North Clackamas Christian School 19575 Sebastian Way, Oregon City 503-655-5961
NCCS is dedicated to upholding its commitment to partnering with Christian parents to provide our students with a superior biblically based education.
PreK-12th grade
$2,250-$8,400 annually
Christian
January 21, 4-6pm
ncchristianschool.com
Swallowtail Waldorf School & Farm 460 South Heather Street, Forest Grove 503-846-0336
Artistically educating the whole child. Inspiring gratitude and reverence for humanity, nature, and lifelong learning.
PreK-8th grade
$8,000 - $12,000 annually
Experiential, Whole child, Waldorf, Outdoor Education
January 13, 6:30pm, February 6, 10am
swallowtailschool.org
The Gardner School of Arts and Sciences
To cultivate authentic learning through integrated experiences in a supportive community.
Preschool8th grade
See site for details
Experiential, Contact to schedule Play-based, Whole child, Multiple Intelligences, Thematic Instruction, Outdoor Program
gardnerschool.org
Tuition-free
Online/Virtual
oregoncharter.org
OUTER METRO AREA
16413 NE 50th Ave, Vancouver 360-574-5754
ONLINE/VIRTUAL Oregon Charter Academy Online/Virtual 503-897-2272
Oregon Charter Academy staff partners with K-12th Grade families in a transparent, collaborative school environment to support all students in their academic journey.
January 12, 12-1pm (see site for additional dates/times)