NW Kids Magazine July 2023

Editor’s Note

The summer is rolling along and this month is absolutely PACKED with events, parades, concerts, fairs and plenty of outdoor fun! We’re making the most of the season with our local farmer’s markets and u-pick farms and hope that you are as well. The July issue is dedicated to preschools and there is no shortage of choices available in our area. From play-based options to language immersion and everything between, you’re sure to find the perfect fit in our 2023-24 guide! Get out there and enjoy the mid-summer splendor of the region. We can’t wait to see you out there!

Mary

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2023-24 Preschool Guide

Choosing the best preschool for your child can be one of the most challenging decisions a family can make. We are so lucky to have a wide array of options in the Portland Metro area. From Montessori to Language Immersion and everything in between, check out our guide below and see what feels like a match!

S/SE PORTLAND

International School of Portland

Embrace the World! Since 1990, they’ve offered full language and cultural immersion in a warm, loving environment that encourages curiosity and kindness.

Preschool-5th grade

Daily personal tours

$13,870 - $22,850/yr

Language immersion, Play-based, International Baccalaureate

2305 S Water Ave

503-226-2496 x110

intlschool.org

Montessori Children’s House

Montessori Children’s House offers authentic Montessori education in the South Waterfront, with experienced teachers in a custom-built facility.

Ages 16 months-6 years

$1,500 - $2,415/mo

Montessori

3626 S Bond Ave, Portland 503-360-1179

mch-pdx.org

Portland Preschool of the Arts & The Hangout Pdx

They believe that preschool should be fun! Preschool should open kids’ eyes to the joy of learning and friendship. They trust and encourage their natural instincts.

Ages 3-5

Personal tours available

$224-$880/mo

Reggio Emilia, Play-based

4707 SE Belmont St, Portland 503-957-4915

portlandpreschoolofthearts.com

Sellwood Community House

Sellwood Schoolhouse is a child-led and play-based school located in the heart of the Sellwood-Moreland Neighborhood.

Ages 3-5.5

$400-$850/mo

Montessori, Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Whole child

1436 SE Spokane St, Portland 503-894-9496

sellwoodcommunityhouse.org

St Ignatius Parish School

St. Ignatius, in the Jesuit way, develops eager minds, passionate hearts, enthusiastic spirits, and brilliant futures building a just and compassionate world.

Preschool-8th grade

$7,250-$8,975/yr (2022-23 rates)

Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Whole child

3330 SE 43rd Ave, Portland 503-774-5533

sispdx.org

Tucker Maxon School

They teach children to listen, talk, learn, and achieve excellence together. They focus on literacy, social emotional learning, and kindergarten readiness.

Preschool-5th grade

$1095/mo

Experiential, Play-based, Whole child

2860 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland 503-235-6551

tuckermaxon.org

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SW PORTLAND

Cedar Hills Kindergarten & Preschool

A cooperative school where parents take an active role in classes that emphasize play-based learning to provide a special place for young minds to grow.

Ages 3-5

$185-$425/mo

Play-based

11695 SW Park Way, Portland 503-643-9010

cedarhillskp.org

Cedarwood Waldorf School

Cedarwood Waldorf School brings Waldorf Education to life and strives to instill a love for learning.

Ages 3-6

$8,500-$21,250/yr

Experiential, Play-based, Whole child, Waldorf

3030 SW 2nd Ave, Portland 503-245-1477

cedarwoodschool.org

Oregon Episcopal School

In an environment rooted in inquiry, exploration, and community, OES students cultivate their curiosity and become empowered for lifelong learning.

Pre-K - 12th grade

Open House: 11/2/23, 6-8 p.m

$23,600-$35,900/yr (Pre-K–5)

Experiential

6300 SW Nicol Rd, Portland 503-768-3115

oes.edu

SW PORTLAND (continued)

Portland Jewish Academy

At PJA each child is valued as an individual. PJA provides inclusive settings that recognize children’s diverse abilities, interests, needs, & learning styles.

Ages 6 weeks-8th grade

Experiential, Whole child

$690 - $2,139/mo

6651 SW Capitol Highway, Portland

503-244-0126

pjaproud.org

Youngset Preschool

Youngset Preschool is a playbased cooperative preschool in SW Portland.

Ages 3-5

Play-Based

$200-$500/mo

1838 SW Jefferson St. Portland

971-238-6157

youngsetpreschool.org

N/NE PORTLAND

Hancock Street Preschool

HSP is dedicated to excellence in early childhood education, providing a developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum with meaningful real-world experiences.

Preschool

Co-op, Play-baed, Anti-bias curriculum

$165-$247/mo (2022-23 rates)

1624 NE Hancock St, Portland hancockstreetpreschool.com

Holy Redeemer Catholic School

Inspired by their faith, Holy Redeemer Catholic School is a diverse community committed to academic excellence, prayer, and service.

Preschool-8th grade

$4,370 - $9,015/mo

127 N Rosa Parks Way, Portland 503-283-5197

holyredeemerpdx.org

Portland Village School

A public K-8, Waldorf charter school teaching respect & reverence by developing the head, heart, and hands in children from all backgrounds & cultures.

Grades K-8

Tuition free

Whole child, Waldorf

7654 N Delaware Ave, Portland 503-445-0056

portlandvillageschool.org

French International School of Oregon

French International is an independent language immersion IB World School. Students are empowered to think critically and develop a love of learning.

Ages 2.5-8th grade

$17,000-$25,470/yr

Language immersion, Play-based, Whole child

8500 NW Johnson St, Portland 503-292-7776 fisoregon.org

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.

Ages 3-5

$300-$450/mo

Language immersion

1542 NW 14th Ave, Portland scuola.us

German International School

At GIS they offer a bilingual and integrated approach to learning. They strive for their students to become independent, globally minded, lifelong learners.

Ages 2-6th grade

$12,480-$16,900/yr

Language immersion, International Baccalaureate

3900 SW Murray Blvd, Beaverton 503-626-9089 gspdx.org

KLA Schools of Hillsboro

At KLA Schools, their vision is to offer children endless opportunities and empower them to positively influence the world.

Ages Infant-5 years

Open House Dates: 6/24; 7/15&29; 8/12 10-11am (RSVP required)

$1,751-$2,670/mo

Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Child InitiatedChild Lead

1855 NE 48th Ave, Hillsboro 503-333-2002 klaschools.com/hillsboro

BEAVERTON/HILLSBORO (continued)

Little Fruit Farm Montessori

Supporting children’s natural development, curiosity and exploration. Low studentteacher ratios, beautiful home and garden environments.

Toddler - Pre-K

Call for tuition details

Montessori

16445 SW Melinda St, Beaverton 503-521-8603

littlefruitfarmmontessori.com

OUTER METRO

International Leadership Academy

The mission is to provide a stimulating learning environment with a technological, artistic, and critical-thinking orientation for their students.

Ages 10 months-5th grade

$15,488-$16,262/yr

Language immersion, Montessori, Play-based, Whole child

Main Campus: 14788 Boones Ferry Road, Lake Oswego

Day Care: 17147 Warren Court, Lake Oswego 503-662-8452

ILApdx.org

Swallowtail Waldorf School & Farm

Artistically educating the whole child. Inspiring gratitude and reverence for humanity, nature, and lifelong learning.

PreK-8th grade

Open House: 8/5, 10am-1pm

$9,950-$15,325/yr

Experiential, Play-based, Whole child, Waldorf 460 S Heather St, Cornelius 503-846-0336

swallowtailschool.org

Get Out & Play! July Events

The summer is heating up and there is no shortage of fun to be had! Check out our list below and fill your family’s calendar with nature, music and all of the best our region has to offer!

July 2, 9, 16, 23 &30

Free Guided Tour of Rice Museum

The Rice Museum of Rocks and Minerals is offering free group tours through November! Free limited capacity group tours hit all of the same Next Generation Science Standards that the Museum’s typical school tours fulfill and are led by the same enthusiastic group of educators. Content covered is appropriate for grades 1-6. Free, 11am-12pm ricenorthwestmuseum.org

July 5,

12, 19 &

26

Animal Walk with Farmer Kat at Topaz Farm

Pigs, Goats, Chickens, Ducks, Turkeys, Donkeys and Rita the Cow. Farmer Kat will meet on the main lawn at 10:15, then walk to see a different farm animal each week. Join her to learn more about the animals, ask questions, and even get a chance to pet them. Perfect for small kids. Free, 10:15-10:45am topazfarm.com

July 6, 13, 20 & 27

Pop-Up Nature at Hoyt Arboretum

They’ll be sharing and discussing topics like cones, ferns, seeds, berries, leaves, bark, and more! Nature educators will have an activity station and provide activities to take out on the trails of the Arboretum. Participants will receive Pop-Up Nature! Passports to collect stamps and to take notes about featured topics week after week. Free (no registration required), 10am-12pm hoytarboretum.org

July 7 Teen Open Mic Night at Youth Music Project

Musicians ages 13-18 are invited to share their songs with a live, supportive audience. Hosted by their teen interns, this is an incredible opportunity to hone skills performing on a pro stage with pro gear and sound engineers in state-of-the-art Meteor Lounge. Don’t have a tune to share? Go and be a part of the audience! Snacks and refreshments will be for sale. Free, 6-9:30pm youthmusicproject.org

HOYT ARBORETUM

July 7 & 8

Portland Night Market

The Portland Night Market showcases many unique businesses that call Portland home. Blending food, culture, music, drinks and retail together for an adventurous evening in the Central Eastside. Go meet some of Portland’s best makers and creators! Free, 4-11pm

pdxnm.com

July 7-9

Gem Faire in Hillsboro

Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Displays & demos by Portland Bead Society. See website for ticket pricing (free admission for under 12) and event hours.

gemfaire.com

July 8

Free Summer Concerts at Hagg

Lake

Head to Hagg Lake for Petty Fever, a Tom Petty tribute band. Arrive at 5pm for a collaborative, hands-on chalk activity coordinated by Tualatin Valley Creates and amazing food vendors. Free, 7-9pm washcoparks.org/index.php/news/ summer-concerts-hagg-lake-2023

July 8 & 9

East Portland Summer Arts

Festival Celebrating Black Excellence at Ventura Park

July 8: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) PG-13 + Sebe’ Kan Youth African Dance + special events

July 9: PJ Morton: Live in Concert Mult Grammy Award-Winning neo soul, R&B and funk songwriter, singer & producer Free, 4pm portland.gov/parks/arts-culture/summerfree-all

July 8 & 22

Porch Concert Series in St. Johns

Head to the Porch for Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective’s 3rd annual Porch Concert Series! Thanks to a generous grant from Portland Events & Film, they are able to continue this free, live music series. Free, 10am-12:30pm cathedralparkarts.org/porch-concertseries

July 11

Free Teen Health Expo in Hillsboro

Youth 12 to 24 are invited to NHC Hillsboro Reproductive Health Clinic for healthcare services, community resources, job opportunities, food, and giveaways. Learn about the services and opportunities available near you. Free, 5-7:30pm Website: fb.me/e/1mUjRbdZk

July 14

Tree Top Children’s Concerts at Leach Botanical Garden

Bring the whole family, bring a pack-it-in, pack-it-out picnic, and prepare to have a fun evening on the tree walk! Kelli Welli and Mr. Ben will be performing! Free-$12, 5-7:30pm

leachgarden.org/tree-topchildrens-concerts

July 14 & 15

Sherwood Robin Hood Festival

The Sherwood Robin Hood Festival Association was incorporated and held the first Sherwood Robin Hood Festival in 1954. A magical festival for all families and attendees of all ages! This year they are partnering with Title Sponsor, Langer’s Entertainment Center, and numerous other sponsors and volunteers. Free, see website for event hours robinhoodfestival.org

July 15

Mississippi Street Fair

Head to N Mississippi Ave From Fremont To Skidmore! Enjoy three music stages, Grandfathers Rib-Off Competition, hundreds of vendors and plenty of shopping & dining. Very kid friendly! Free, 10am-10pm mississippiave.org/streetfair

July 15 & 16

La Strada dei Pastelli Chalk Art Festival in Hillsboro

This year, 20+ professional artists from around the country will turn Downtown Hillsboro into a wildlife scene with the theme “Creative Critters,” creating massive 10×10 foot chalk drawings of animals like lions, sloths, zebras and snakes. Watch as these ephemeral pieces of public art come to life in real-time over the course of two days. Join in on the fun and create your own mini-masterpiece in the community chalk area. Free, 10am-6pm tvcreates.org/lastrada

July 20-23

4 Days of Aloha in Vancouver

Children ages 10 & under receive free admission to 4 Days of Aloha events held at Esther Short Park. They know how important

SHERWOOD ROBIN HOOD FESTIVAL MISSISSIPPI STREET FAIR

it is to get your keiki involved! There is no better way to teach your keiki the value of ALOHA than for them to experience it first hand. Join the fun with other ʻohana from the community who are looking to do the same. See website for pricing and hours

4daysofaloha.com

July 21-30

Washington County Fair

Head to Hillsboro for the 2023 Washington County Fair! Admission to the fair is free and you can spend as little or as much as you’d like when you decide what you’d like to enjoy! Free, see website for hours and events

bigfairfun.com

July 25

Book Swap at the Camas Library

For all ages! Trade your used books with others, and take home as many as you bring. This event is sponsored in part by the Friends & Foundation of the Camas Library (FFCL). Free, 4-7pm camaspubliclibrary.evanced.info

July 28

Kickstand Comedy in the Park in Laurelhurst Park

Hosts @themexinpdx + @jaren. george bring their favorite local and national comics on stage every week – expect curated lineups featuring diverse voices and non stop laughs! Comedy in the park is all ages but there may be adult content Free, 6pm kickstandcomedy.org/ comedyinthepark

July 29

Portlandia Mermaid Parade

For six years, the Portlandia Mermaid Parade is and remains a free grassroots artistic event aimed at celebrating our community connection to Portland’s rivers, port history as well as celebrating all things mermaid and water myth related. Free, 12pm portlandiamermaidparade.com

WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR RICE MUSEUM