2022-2023 SCHOOL GUIDE
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MULTIPLE LOCATIONS Childpeace Montessori School Multiple Locations 503-222-1197
Childpeace Montessori School offers a full Montessori experience that helps prepare children for life, as well as for their future school experiences.
14 months old 8th grade
$12,500$18,650 annually
Montessori
Contact to schedule
childpeace.org
SOUTH/SOUTHEAST PORTLAND Childswork Learning Center
Childswork is a safe place for children to explore, take chances, make messes and learn through play. They nurture wonder, embrace joy, and foster discovery.
2-5 years old
$150-$870 monthly
Experiential, Play-based, Whole child, Waldorf
Contact to schedule
childswork.org
Portland Preschool of the Arts 4707 SE Belmont Street 503-957-4915
They believe that preschool should be fun! 3-5 years old Preschool should open kids’ eyes to the joy of learning and friendship. They trust and encourage the natural instinct that children already have to learn, explore and expand their understanding of the world around them.
$384-$800 monthly
Discovery-based, Constructivist
Contact to schedule
portlandpreschoolofthe arts.com
Tucker Maxon School
They teach kids to listen, talk & learn with a PreK-5th grade focus on academic excellence & social emotional growth. Small classes, huge playground w/greenhouse, treehouse and goats.
$900-$1,700 monthly
Experiential, Playbased, Deaf Education
Contact to schedule
tuckermaxon.org
Wow & Flutterville Playgardens
They believe our children will save the world. Children have a limitless capacity for compassion, gratitude, and open-mindness.
6 weeks 6 years old
$963-$1,952 monthly
Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Whole child, Waldorf
Virtual tours available
wowandflutterville playgardens.com
6161 SE Stark Street 503-234-3611
2860 SE Holgate Blvd 503-235-6551
8722 SE 17th Avenue 971-302-6139
SOUTH/SOUTHWEST PORTLAND Bridges Middle School
Bridges is the only middle school in Oregon specifically designed for students with learning differences to reach their maximum potential.
5th-8th grade
$26,000 annually
Experiential, Whole child, Special Education
Private student-led tours scheduled in February
bridgesms.org
Cedarwood Waldorf School
Located just minutes from downtown Portland, Cedarwood Waldorf School’s curriculum weaves together the arts, academics, and movement to bring learning to life.
Preschool8th grade
$7,850 $16,500 annually
Experiential, Play-based, Whole child, Waldorf
February 5; March 5; April 6
cedarwoodschool.org
Northwest Academy
Independent Middle and High School with an emphasis on highly engaged academics combined with a full arts program. Smaller classes, supportive environment.
6th-12th grade
$24,000$26,000 annually
Whole child, Arts Focus
Contact to schedule
nwacademy.org
2510 SW 1st Avenue 503-688-2922
3030 SW Second Avenue 503-245-1477
1130 SW Main Street 503-223-3367
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2022-2023 SCHOOL GUIDE DESCRIPTION
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SOUTH/SOUTHWEST PORTLAND (continued) Oregon Episcopal School
OES prepares students for higher education and lifelong learning.
PreK -12th grade
$37,100 - $67,500 annually
Experiential, Reggio Emilia, Inquire-based
Contact to schedule
oes.edu
Portland Jewish Academy
Welcoming all families (infant - 8th grade), PJA’s interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes collaborative learning, critical thinking & community engagement.
K-8th grade
$9,900 $21,830 annually
Whole child, Values-based
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.
3-5 years old
$240-$325 monthly
Experiential, Play-based, Whole child
February 3, 7-8pm
smallfriendsschool.com
Sprout and Spark Preschool
Sparking joy, creativity, resilience, and 18 months curiosity in each child and helping them grow 6 years old into independent and compassionate lifelong learners.
$7,920-$15,800 Montessori, annually Reggio Emilia, Forest School
February 19 & 20, March 12 & 13, 9am-1pm
sproutandspark.com
The Cottonwood School
Their vision is to look beyond classroom walls. They believe that healthy communities are created by engaged, informed and compassionate citizens.
K-8th grade
Tuition free public charter school
Place-based education
Virtual Session: February 15, 6:30pm; Open House: March 15, 6:30pm
thecottonwoodschool.org
6300 SW Nicol Road 503-768-3115
6651 SW Capitol Highway 503-244-0126
7475 SW Oleson Rd 503-388-2266
3430 SW Palatine Street 503-719-4365
640 SW Bancroft Street 503-244-1697
NORTH/NORTHEAST PORTLAND Holy Redeemer Catholic School 127 N Rosa Parks Way
Holy Redeemer is a diverse community committed to academic excellence, social justice, environmental stewardship, arts education, prayer and service.
Preschool8th grade
$6,500-$8,500 annually
Private Catholic, Early Learning, Primary and Middle School
Contact to schedule
holyredeemerpdx.org
Portland Village School 7654 N Delaware Avenue
A public K-8, Waldorf charter school teaching respect & reverence by developing the head, heart, and hands in children from all backgrounds & cultures.
K-8th grade
Tuition-free
Whole child, Waldorf
Contact to schedule
portlandvillageschool.org
Wow & Flutterville Playgardens
Wow & Flutterville offers Waldorf-inspired care. Embracing the philosophy, “homeaway-from-home” by providing a loving community designed to support children.
6 weeks 6 years old
Tuition varies based on number of days enrolled
Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Whole child, Waldorf
February 10, 5:30-6:30pm
wowandflutterville playgardens.com
503-283-5197
503-445-0056
4114 N Vancouver Ave 503-954-2255
2022-2023 SCHOOL GUIDE
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NORTHWEST PORTLAND Goodtime Chinese School 15285 NW Central Drive, Suite 201
$930-$1,200 monthly
Language February 25 and immersion, Bilingual April 29, 6:30-8pm
goodtimechineseschool. org
503-277-3899
Goodtime Chinese School (GTCS), Preschoolestablished in September 2009, has staff 5th grade with teaching experience in Chinese-English bilingual education and math, science, PE.
Montessori School of Beaverton
MSB is a private Montessori School serving 180 children, pre-school through 6th grade.
Preschool6th grade
$10,150-$12,980 annually
Montessori
February 12, 9am March 10, 6pm
msb.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.
3-5 years old
$11/hour
Language immersion
Contact to schedule
scuola.us
Wow & Flutterville Playgardens
Wow & Flutterville offers Waldorf-inspired care. Embracing the philosophy, “homeaway-from-home” by providing a loving community designed to support children.
6 weeks 6 years old
Tuition varies based on number of days enrolled
Play-based, Reggio Emilia, Whole child, Waldorf
February 22, 5:30-6:30pm
wowandflutterville playgardens.com
German International School GIS is a collaborative community with 3900 SW Murray Boulevard, Beaverton 503-626-9089
student-centered learning that strives for academic & creative excellence, & values independence & lifelong learning.
Twos, Preschool 5th grade
$11,960-$16,100 annually
Language immersion, Playbased, International Baccalaureate
Contact to schedule
gspdx.org
Happy Hollow Children’s Center
They believe young learners are competent, curious, imaginative, creative, selfempowered and interested in the world around them.
30 months old+
$765-$1,260 monthly
Play-based, In House Curriculum, Play-based-Social/ Emotional Focused
Contact to schedule
happy-hollow.net
Little Fruit Farm Montessori
Supporting children’s natural development, curiosity and exploration. Low student teacher ratios, beautiful home and garden environments.
Toddler-PreK
Please call
Montessori
Contact to schedule
littlefruitfarmmontessori. com
11065 NW Crystal Creek Lane 503-439-1597
1542 NW 14th Avenue 971-270-0470
800 NW 107th Avenue 503-352-4983
BEAVERTON/HILLSBORO
4455 SW 99th Avenue, Beaverton 503-646-3214
16445 SW Melinda Street, Beaverton 503-521-8603
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OUTER METRO AREA The Marylhurst School 15544 Clackamas River Drive, Oregon City 503-650-0978
The Marylhurst School practices progressive education through experiential learning and respect for the social and emotional development of each child.
PreK-8th grade
$13,075-$13,750 annually (2021-22)
Experiential, Progressive
Contact to schedule
themarylhurstschool.org
The Marylhurst School West Linn Campus 19200 Willamette Drive, West Linn 503-650-0978
The Marylhurst School practices progressive education through experiential learning and respect for the social and emotional development of each child.
Parent/Child4 years
$1,500-$7,630 annually (2021-22)
Experiential, Progressive
Contact to schedule
themarylhurstschool.org