Education » Preschools & Kindergartens
Researching Early Childhood Education? Below is a list of Columbia River Gorge Preschools and Kindergartens:
Bambinos Bilingual Learning Center
Bambino's features two convenient locations:
* 871 NE Estes Street, White Salmon, WA -- (509) 493-8526 and
* 2020 Clearwater Lane, Hood River, OR -- 541-386-2005
" We encourage learning and the love of learning." Our programs are based on “Creative Curriculum” and our discipline
method is based on the “Love and Logic” curriculum.
Our Services include Infant Care, Toddlers, Three's, Preschool, Kindergarten, Spanish Immersion, and After-School.
We also offer Full-day International three's Preschool and Bilingual
Kindergarten.
Check out our 2009 Summer Program!
Our Enhancement Programs include:
Art, Yoga, Music, Singing, Language, Math & Science
Private Classes
Special Programs
Summer
Spring & Winter Break
Snow Days & School Closures
Other Servcies
In-Home Nanny Servcies
Sitter Referals
Play Groups
Birthday Parties
Call (509) 493-8526
- Big and Little Buddies Early Childhood Education
Center
3601 West 10th The Dalles, OR 541-296-2465
We offer Preschool on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:45.
Free choice time; group time including finger plays, story time, concept time; and outside play time. 1:1 interaction with Wahtonka High School's Big Buddies during this time. We open September 11, 2001 and follow the Chenowith School District calendar. - Bright
Beginnings on 616 State Ave., Hood River (541) 386-7717.
Children engage in creative art, science, math, cooking experiences, literature and drama, people and places, nature walks, creative movement and gardening. Children's natural curiosity and desire to make sense of their world are used to motivate them to become involved in learning activities. - Kindred Montessori School - a progressive, compassionate, full care program for children ages 2-5 1/2. Call 541-308-0088. More Info.
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Farm Pre-School, Inc. on 800 Country Club Road in Hood River.
The Learning Farm Preschool, Inc. provides preschool and licensed childcare from 7:00am to 6:00pm Monday - Friday for children 12 months to 10 years. We are open year round and also provide after-school care.
After-school bus service provided from May Street and Westside Schools. Call (541) 386-7997 or E-mail. - Little
Feet Cooperative Preschool on 400 11th Street, Hood River (541)
386-1744. Email Little Feet Preschool.
A cooperative preschool is organized and operated by parents who take an active interest in their children’s first educational experience. Parents assist teachers as “parent teachers” in the classroom once or twice per month, as well as hold offices, raise funds and volunteer on committees.
- Little Oak Montessori School - Little Oak Montessori School offers a world class education to children in the Gorge and is a member of the Association Montessori International. We currently offer a preschool program for ages 2.5 to 6 years old and an elementary school for children 6-9. All of our programs exceed state standards.
Our White Salmon Campus is less than 7 minutes from Hood River and is located in a quiet wooded area surrounded by trees hundreds of feet tall. The outside is not just a play environment but very much part of the school.
The Montessori tradition has been creating life-long learners for more than 100 years. Take a look at our extensive website to research the advantages of the Montessori method in creating confident, curious students and great people. To learn more, visit www.littleoakmontessori.com, or call 509-281-1721.
We are a preschool based on the wonderful and effective techniques created by Maria Montessori. Ages 3-6. In 2009 we are opening an elementary school. Please refer to www.littleoakmontessori.com or call 509-281-1721
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Memories & Milestones Preschool located in ODELL at 3564 Jones Loop, Hood River, OR 97031
2012-2013 Now Enrolling
All parents want the best for their child. At Memories & Milestones Preschool, an in-home State Certified preschool, we provide your child with an elite education. Our program director, Mrs. Harjo, has 6 years teaching experience within public schools, Master’s Degree in teaching with an emphasis in Professional Learning Communities, State of Oregon Teaching License in Early Childhood, Step 11 certificate in Oregon Registry, and 6 years’ experience with preschoolers. Please view more information and testimonials on our website.At Memories & Milestones Preschool we are adamant about providing your child with the education they not only need but deserve. We offer a high quality education that strives to encompass all of the following characteristics:
A balance of teacher-directed structured learning, creative expression and child-initiated free play - Activities that build academic skills at each individual child's level
- Experiences that are based on children's interests
- Small class sizes allowing for maximum student comfort and individual attention
- A loving environment fostering kindness, respect, and peaceful problem solving
For being a part of our learning academy every student receives throughout the school-year a:
- Memories & Milestones Preschool t-shirt
- First-day of school memory picture
- Class picture keepsake
- Book(s) for your home library
A quality preschool can be one of the greatest gifts you can give your child.
Register today to receive a special discount offer. Visit our website at www.memoriesandmilestonespreschool.com for hours, rates, and additional information. Please call to arrange a time to visit (541) 571-2461. We look forward meeting you. -
Our Children's Place, the Gorge's favorite indoor play space, introduces Our Playful Academy Preschool! Janet Davis, local early childhood educator, says "Not limiting my lesson plans to basic pre-school curriculum allows children to stretch their imagination, thus reaching their full potential as well as being able to enter their grade school years at the top of their class."Our Playful Academy Curriculum includes:· Socialization & Co-operative pl
ay
· Advanced Academics
· Earth Awareness
· Creative Arts
· Language Studies to include:
· Spanish and Sign language
· Manners Matter
· Musical Appreciation
· Science Studies
· Young Yogi's
· Large and Small Muscle Maker
· Community Involvement
· Building Healthy Bodies
· Full use of the indoor play spaceAs my gift to you, I would like to offer your family the following benefits for being part of Our Playful Academy family:
· Two Date Nights to be used any months of your choice
· 20% off all merchandise the month of your child’s birthday
· A special Lifetime Membership to Our Children’s Place Play Space
for your child. Never pay to play again!
Our Children's Place is located at 1110 12th St on the corner of 13th and Taylor on the Heights in Hood River541 386-1975 - New Vision School - provide a loving education that nurtures the whole child: Body, Mind, and Soul. Where the love of learning is the main lesson. More info.
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Care of Stevenson on 11 NW School St., Stevenson, WA.
State licensed, non-profit child care center for kids 1-12 years of age.
Open Mon.-Fri., 7:00-6:00. Toddler, Preschool, Before and After School care (supervised to and from Stevenson Elem; pick up from Carson bus).
Morning Preschool sessions, Mon-Fri., 9:30-12:30. Certified teachers, fenced play yard, field trips, nutritious snacks. Call (509) 427-7711 or stop in for a tour, enrollment packet, or rate information. Email us. - Sunflower
School at 912 May Street, Hood River 541.399.2164
In an atmosphere based on love, cooperation and respect for each child's unique spirit we provide an environment where children feel safe to be active learners and explorers.
We welcome children from 2 1/2 - 5years old, maintaining a low child to teacher ratio of 6:1, with no more than 12 children each day. We are open from 8:15-2:00 on Tuesday thru Friday.
Please call for an appointment to speak with the director and visit our school.
- Little
Learners Preschool. Crafts, music, snacks, stories,
creative play and more.
For info on registration, call Hood River County Community Education at
(541) 386-2055! 
Two Mountain Montessori229 NE Washington Street, White Salmon509-637-2673 twomountainmontessori@gmail.comTwo Mountain Montessori is proud to announce that we are now enrolling for the 2008-2009 school year! Located in the heart of White Salmon, we are excited to offer a beautiful home-like environment to children between the ages of 2.5 - 4.5. We are committed to adhering to the standards established by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). The staff at Two Mountain will strive to abide by the principles of this distinguished organization and to honor the ideals of Dr. Maria Montessori.We are committed stewards of the Earth and are proud to maintain a peace-oriented, chemical free environment as well as offering high quality organic snacks made with love. We will offer a generous amount of quality outdoor activities. We are excited to begin projects such as work in our greenhouse, with our composters, and eventually, with our chickens!We are a half day preschool and currently offer 3 and 4 day options. Please call or e-mail to learn more about our school, staff, and community. We look forward to hearing from you!- Children
of Faith
We're at 2810 W. Tenth Street, The Dalles, OR. Call (541) 296-2662. The preschool is open from 9:00am to 11:30 am Monday through Friday. The preschool is a ministry of Faith Lutheran Church, and it is also held at the church. People can choose to send their children two, three, four or five days a week. The registration fee is $40.00. The preschool accepts three, four and five year olds. The children should be potty trained. Call the preschool for a registration form and for fee schedule.
Tutoring
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More helpful phone numbers:
- Children's House Pre-School (541) 298-8586
- ESD Sunshine Pre-School (541) 296-1478
- Small World Pre-School (541) 298-8508
- ESD Migrant Ed (541) 298-6661
- Head Start (Central Office) 1-541-386-2010 (The Dalles 298-8801)