Schools near Durham, OR

“The owners are absolutely passionate about supporting The children, families and staff at their preschool. I have gotten to know them over the last six months and I’m so impressed by their love and dedication for early childhood education. I would highly recommend setting up a time to visit and explore this terrific facility.”

“As a first-time mom, leaving my 5-month-old son at daycare to go back to work was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. It’s such an emotional time and the thought of leaving him in the care of strangers was overwhelming. But the amazing team at Turquoise Learning Tree truly helped me with the transition and now he is 9 months old and just the most fun.

The infant teachers, Ms. Omaira, Ms. Sydney, Ms. Barbara, and Ms. Savannah, have been so kind, patient, and attentive with my little one (and me). You can tell they genuinely care about the babies in their care. I also really appreciated how supportive the director, Delany, is. She walked me in during those first tough drop-offs, which meant so much to me. She always asked how I was feeling that day, those small check-ins really helped me feel supported. Seeing the assistant director, Haley, holding my baby when I came to pick him up made me feel like everyone there is involved and cares for your child.

The Procare app is another huge plus. I love it! The teachers keep me updated throughout the day with photos, feeding times, diaper changes, and naps. I can message the teachers or admin whenever I have a question, and they’re always responsive and helpful, whether it’s about my son’s day or tips on sippy cups and bottles.

It’s clear that the staff not only care for the children but also support the parents, which makes such a big difference. I’m incredibly grateful for the care my son has received and for how much peace of mind they’ve given me as a new mom.”

“Sarasvati Institute of Ayurveda &Yoga Therapy classes have taught me so much! As someone who works in the Healthcare industry, this class has taught me so much more about how to really care and listen to our patients. Ayurveda looks at medicine with common sense and compassion that we can share others. Its great knowledge to have in our toolboxes.”

“Staff is very hardworking and kind. They truly care about the kids which is very comforting as a parent to know your child is in good hands. The app is wonderful and you can receive photos and updates such as diaper changes and meals to ensure everything is going well. Tina and Nessa do a wonderful job of running the daycare. I would definitely recommend this place to family and friends”

“Nonnies is the absolute dream of daycare/preschool. The staff is caring and kind but offer structure and learning for my littles. My 4 yo has been here about 2 years and my daughter went before that and both love it. If I had more kids I’d bring them here ❤️❤️”

“The teachers, care providers, staff, and learning environment at Baseline Learning Tree is second to none. Going on three years of attendance - from an infant to pre-school - the growth that our child has seen thanks to the incredible attention given to them is noticeable every day. The staff know all of the children, treat them warmly at all times, and have excellent communication with parents. We can't recommend this location enough.”

“So I'll start by saying that between my two kids, career changes, etc, we now have experience with several daycares in the area. And I could not be happier with Cedar Hills KinderCare. Since joining in April we have not had a single issue. Our little guy just turned 2 and will be transitioning to the 2 year old room soon.

Things we love:
- Great hours for a dual career couple/family
- Super responsive staff
- Super warm, friendly and loving staff
- Really fun activities & events for the kids, and for families
- Great community overall
- Lots of outdoor time with a great playground
- Variety of activities, and lots of education - our son now counts to 10 in both English and Spanish and sings his ABCs. All happened before age 2...
- They have also worked with us to provide school age care for our 6 year old son, on random days we needed care for him due to school closures, etc.
- They do not call me all the time and/or try to exclude from care for really trivial things that our child should not be excluded for (This was a real issue at our last daycare). I'm fine if he's actually sick, but if its because of a drool rash... ok... that's a little too much.

All in all - could not be happier. HUGE stress relief to have wonderful and reliable childcare so I can focus on my job and not worry about my kiddo.

Highly recommend. 10/10.”

“Mohamed, Aimee, and Suga are very accommodating, caring to the kids and nice persons. I was trying to potty train my 3-year old for 6month in his earlier daycare and he was not interested. Few days after he got into 'Just like Mom Daycare', he showed interest and started to pee on his own. Also, he is a very picky eater: he does not eat veggies at all at home. However, he finishes his food at the daycare that they cook. At the beginning they used to feed him, which I cant imagine in any traditional daycare in USA. They don't serve canned food or packaged food, which many daycare does. They teach manners like saying 'thank you', 'please', 'sorry'. My younger one's vocabulary increased dramatically after he joined.

They go above and beyond to help our kids. One day I forgot jacket for my kid and they lend him a jacket to wear while going back home. Another day I told them that my little one is not good at writing. They gave me a LCD writing pad and pencil holder to practice at home. They gifted toys to my kid at his birthday. The list will be pretty long if I try to write all of them. My younger one likes Suga a lot. He eagerly waits to go to his 'school' to meet Suga and friends.

I would highly recommend this daycare to anyone who wants their kid to get quality care.”

“We couldn’t be happier with this daycare! The staff is absolutely amazing , every teacher and staff member knows each child by name and treats them with genuine warmth and care. It truly feels like a family. The teachers go above and beyond to ensure the kids feel safe, loved, and engaged, and there are days when our child doesn’t even want to leave at pickup because he’s having such a great time.

Another thing we really appreciate is how considerate the daycare is of parents’ schedules. They do their best to stay open as much as possible, even on snow days, which has been such a lifesaver. It’s clear they have families’ convenience in mind, and that extra effort does not go unnoticed.

The center is always clean, safe, and well-organized, and communication with parents is excellent. We have complete peace of mind knowing our child is in such a nurturing environment where the staff genuinely care about each kid’s well-being. Highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a loving and supportive place for their little one!”

“Very caring people. Staff is incredibly helpful and engaging, and we wish we had brought our family member here well before their dementia had advanced. They were very patient as we dealt with the difficulties of trying to get our family member to go to Gentog.”

“My son went to twin oaks from age 2.5-5. We absolutely loved it. The teachers were all very kind and patient. My son was very behind in speech when he started but caught up very quickly. Mrs. Laura is so wonderful with all her amazing art projects she does with the children. I feel like my son is very prepared going into kindergarten.”

“My son has attended KinderCare in West Linn from 6 months to now almost 20 months old and the experience has been nothing short of amazing. From the relationship we had with our infant teacher Ms Katie to the relationships we've built with his Toddler Teachers and all the floating teachers in between it truly feels like a family and I feel the Joy from not only my son but the teachers as well when I drop him off each day. I highly recommend this KinderCare!”

“Mountain Park KinderCare has been a phenomenal option for my 4 year old son. He absolutely enjoys his time here, and seems to be learning new and important things every day.

The staff are great with communication and making not only your child feel welcome, but you as a parent as well. Management is also super kind and understanding!

I couldn’t recommend this preschool enough! Thank you for giving me and my son an amazing experience! I couldn’t be happier.”

“Currently have my two kiddos there while on summer break from regular school care and they are loving it. The center is bright, open and clean. Kids are super happy at pick up and excited to show me what they worked on. Staff are super friendly and caring. The Procare app is wonderful and nice to see how their day is going. It’s been a secure, friendly and convenient option while they are out for a few weeks. Appreciate the communication of the staff and we will definitely come again when normal care is closed or need additional back up!”

“My little one started at the Kinder Care down the road but when COVID hit we were transferred to Knowledge Beginnings due to being essential workers. I’m not a fan of change, but the director and her assistant were so wonderful helping me and my little transition to a new place. All of the staff have been wonderful and I’ve really be able to see my little grow there over the years. I have nothing bad to say and I highly recommend them!”

“I really enjoyed taking an adult class at night for beginning German. The instructor made it easy to follow and it was the perfect lesson plan for coming into it with no prior German knowledge. I also appreciated the handouts at each class and worksheets. I definitely picked up on some basic German and will keep practicing! GIS seems like a great school, a very smart idea for kids to go here and learn languages when they’re young. I hope to continue my lessons someday. All of the instructors were very friendly, communicative, and the price is right for the nighttime adult classes! Highly recommend! Danke schön!”

“We have loved being a part of BCP. I attended as a child and was thrilled to enroll my own three children. Their experience has been priceless, precious and special for us all. Highly recommend!”

“Our toddler has been going here now full time for a few months. He is thriving and is excited every day to go. He has made friends that he talks about outside of school, and he seems to be really happy with the day to day learning/curriculum. I really like the staff, and the communication. I also enjoy the daily updates thru their app that I can see what he is doing. Thank you for making a safe and educational environment for our child!”

“My kids and I absolutely love Learning Tree! All of the teachers and staff are so kind, open, and friendly, and it is always evident how much they truly care about the kids. I can't recommend them highly enough!!!”

“Cascade Montessori has truly been a blessing to me and my 2 littles who are on their second year here. Miss Tiffany & the entire Staff have all been so kind and helpful with transitioning into daycare/pre-school for both myself and my children. And have been so supportive outside of Teaching. The Families we have met are an added bonus as well. We love our CM Community and are more than happy to be here.”

“St. Agatha has been (and continues to be) such a blessing to our family. We transferred from another Catholic elementary school and are so grateful to have found St. Agatha - there is nothing quite like it. The teachers and administration are caring, involved, dedicated, engaged, supportive, and committed. The community is absolutely incredible - the parents are a vital part of the school and it makes such a difference. Mrs. Casey, the principal, cares about the faculty and the families. She knows every single child's name and her presence is exactly what one would hope for to guide their child's school. Our elementary school boys love their school and community. It sincerely is like one big family. I could go on endlessly about how grateful we are for St. Agatha and how blessed we feel to be apart of this community.”

“I can't say enough good things about Cadence Academy -
Tualatin! Our two daughters have been attending for a few months now after having bad experiances at other facilities in the area, and experience at Cadence has been nothing short of amazing. From the moment we first walked through the doors on our tour, we knew we had found a place where our children would be loved, nurtured, and encouraged to grow.

The teachers are truly exceptional. Special shoutout to teachers Nikki, Mercy, Vici, and Kacie! Really all the teachers there are warm, kind, and genuinely care about the well-being and development of each child. They make learning fun, and it's clear that they put so much thought and effort into creating a positive, engaging environment. They also make a point to connect with the parents, which I really appreciate.

The directors are equally wonderful. They are always available, approachable, and truly dedicated to ensuring everything runs smoothly. They go above and beyond to create a safe, welcoming space for both children and parents. We can tell they’ve built a great team, and it shows in the happiness of the kids and the positive energy throughout the entire center.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have found such a caring, supportive, and educational environment for our girls. We are so grateful to the entire staff for making this such a wonderful experience. Highly recommend!”

“My 3.5 year old has been attending Kindercare for the last year. We enjoy the structured preschool curriculum and thoughtful teachers and staff who interact with kids and parents. My 1 year old also starting attending about a month ago. Really appreciate the flexible hours as my husband and I work from home and can have unpredictable schedules.”

“Excellent school with dedicated teachers in a caring environment. We have attended since kindergarten and my children have thrived. Small class sizes, full time specialists in PE, Art, Spanish, Stem and Library and multiple extras make this school a special place.”

“I have three children that all started in preschool at Catlin Gabel. Catlin Gabel provides warmth and nurturing for young souls. Staff at the school pay incredible attention to the child's social-emotional well-being. Catlin students are happy, confident, and ready for the world. My children are all in high school now and they have gotten a fabulous academic foundation and are almost ready for college! The price is well worth the environment in which my children are growing up. I am happy and secure to be able to say that my young adults are curious learners, view the outside world with hope and skepticism, and are always open to new ideas. They are caring and generous, educated and sophisticated. I couldn't be happier with Catlin Gabel School.”

“Our daughter has attended Cadence for 2 years now and she loves going to school. Mr. Henry has been wonderful, teaching with care and compassion and creating an environment our daughter is excited to be in every day. She has learned so much in her two short years and is developing great social skills. We highly recommend Cadence Academy.”

“Our first kiddo was with Baseline Kindercare from when he was 6 months old to nearly 3 years and I couldn’t have imagined a better experience. The teachers and administrators felt like family and we were all heartbroken when we moved and had to switch daycares. Our son thrived and grew so much under their care, and I can’t recommend them highly enough.”

“This place has been very special for our family. We first came here 6 years ago and they have been a very important part of all three of our boys’ early lives. As with all child care, there has been changes over the years as people have come and gone but a constant is the passion and care that all have provided. We have had the great fortune to get to know the teachers, administrators, and owners well and have always been very happy with and grateful for the family here at Goddard!”

“We sent our kid for 6 months and have seen tremendous improvement in the behavior. The toddler tantrums were out of control before which slowly improved. Thanks to Teacher Maithili and her mother who are assets to Angels academy. Can’t thank them enough for the amazing job in nurturing the kids under their tutelage.
We’re glad we could find a spot at the right time. Much appreciated!”

“Friendly House kindly let our organization volunteer with them while on a company retreat.The staff was kind, organized, and thorough. Our group of 14 was able to help out with decorating for their Halloween party. We were impressed with all that Friendly House is able to accomplish. We were honored to contribute in even a small way to the good work Friendly House is doing and really appreciated hearing about the Volunteer Coordinator's experiences with Friendly House.Keep it up!”