There are some people who change your life so quietly that they probably don't even realize the…read moreimpact they've had. One of the biggest fears I had about going back to school wasn't the homework, the exams, or balancing being a full-time student and a full-time mom. It was leaving my children in someone else's care. After everything we've been through, my babies needed consistency. They needed to be safe. They needed to be loved. And I needed to know that while I was working to build a better future for us, they were somewhere their little hearts and minds would continue to grow. When I was 19, I worked at La Petite Playschool and Nursery. I remember how much everyone genuinely loved the children, how seriously we took our training, and how much care went into every single day. It never felt like "just a daycare." Over the years, Lisa became so much more than my former boss. She became someone I looked up to, someone who believed in me, encouraged me, and loved me through different seasons of life. So when it came time to choose childcare, my heart already knew where my children belonged. Watching Oliver and Juniper thrive has been one of the greatest gifts. They come home with stories, songs, artwork, new words, dirty clothes from playing hard, and smiles that tell me they had another day filled with love. They are learning, exploring, making friends, and being encouraged to be exactly who they are. As a single mom trying to build a new life through higher education, I simply could not do this without the people at La Petite. They have given me so much more than childcare. They've given me peace of mind. They've loved my children as their own while I sit in lectures, study for exams, and work toward becoming a nurse. There aren't enough words to thank you for believing in my little family. Thank you for every hug, every lesson, every scraped knee you've comforted, every milestone you've celebrated, and every day you've made it a little easier for me to chase a dream that will change all of our lives. We are so incredibly grateful.

My son attended this lovely, safe, and clean daycare and preschool from 2021 until 2025. The owner,…read moreMiss Lisa, was a consistent, caring, and communicative teacher. My son still loves her and talks about her. The price was more than reasonable, and the vacations were workable. I especially appreciated the independent skills and support she and her team offered my kid - she helped him learn to walk, potty train, go to the bathroom by himself, and really critically, learn to be kind and caring to other kids. We will forever be grateful to her for her wonderful support in raising our sweet boy.

Went to preschool here in 1994, it was a great first school, except for the day my friend Max bit…read moreme but the staff was very attentive to my pain and made sure Max learned from what he did. This preschool turned me into a good a person, I got my bachelors degree and my own condo. Sandcastle Preschool Rules!!!!

Barb Bunch is the best! Love this little preschool. Caring, qualified teachers who give their all…read moreto our children. Thanks, Sandcastle!

My post was responded within 24 hours, which was quite impressive considering how hectic they are…read more Although there was no immediate spot available, I still decided to put my kid on the waiting list. Feeling fairly confident about their teaching quality and hope my patience will pay off.

I attended here from monthes old until Kindergarten. And have so many great memories made from…read morethere. They always gave me and the other children so much love and attention that we needed at that age, as well as amazing experiences like summer swimming lessons, yearly easter egg hunts and pumpkin patch visits and planting our summer garden. Overall an amazing facility filled with outstanding staff.

The folks that run this forest school are simply incredible!! Their care and companion is…read moreexceptional, not to mention the wonderful, nature-based program they have created.

From the owner: At Fern & Feather, we value our connections to nature and each other. Through our outdoor preschool…read moreand summer camps, children get to explore these connections.

Head Start is a great program! It's a holistic approach that strengthens the whole family, not just…read morethe child. It's also parent driven. Parents get to make a lot of big decisions regarding the whole program, and each center has parent groups for making decisions, planning fun events, and fundraising. The preschool curriculum is really thorough and fun! The schools around this area have fun dedicated staff :) it really is a cool program to be a part of!

Corvallis Waldorf School (CWS) has been an incredible place for our family. As a parent of two…read morechildren attending the school, I have consistently felt inspired and, in a sense, healed each time I experience the warmth and uniqueness of the community at assemblies or school events. I sometimes refer to the Waldorf approach as a "healing curriculum," because it deeply aligns with how we parent at home and enriches my children's lives immensely. What originally drew me to CWS was its balanced, holistic approach to education and the relationships that they build with their teachers - importantly, that their main lesson teacher takes them through all the grades- 1 through 8. The Waldorf curriculum avoids the use of individual iPads and screen-based learning. Instead, it focuses on the arts, nature, and hands-on activities. Beginning in grade 4, students learn to play a string instrument and receive instruction three days a week during regular school hours. Physical education and outdoor play are core to their daily routine--children spend substantial time outside regardless of the weather. Influenced by Natalie Wexler's book, "The Knowledge Gap," I deeply value the knowledge-rich education my children are receiving at CWS, that builds knowledge year after year. For example, students explore ancient civilizations and Greek mythology in grade 5, delve into Roman history through the Middle Ages in grade 6, study the Renaissance in grade 7, and progress to modern history in grade 8. Math instruction is engaging and tangible in the early grades, and students receive support whether they need extra assistance or advanced enrichment. My children have also developed remarkable writing skills, producing beautiful, creative work in cursive. The practical skills my kids are gaining through handwork (knitting, sewing, crocheting) and woodworking are not only joyful, but practical too - that knowing that you can complete a project that takes months as well as the hand eye gymnastics is great for the brain. Socially, the teachers foster a nurturing environment where children feel supported discussing and resolving interpersonal conflicts, guided by caring adults. For example, some teachers host "teatime" to create a warm circled-up pause-i-the-day for children to reflect and openly discuss ways to improve social dynamics. The joy I've observed in my kids since enrolling here reaffirms our decision every day. I highly recommend Corvallis Waldorf School to families seeking an intentional, joyful, and holistic educational experience. The only downside is that there isn't a high school program!

We know that while at school our daughter is being nurtured by the best possible teachers who hold…read morespace for exactly who she is. The school is helping create a beautiful, magical childhood for our girl and we are so thankful. The community is a bonus! If you are considering the school, ask for a tour.

It's okay. Curriculum is good, but not all teachers are very nice. Most teachers are great! But the…read morerules are not enforced equally throughout the students. Males are usually treated with more lax standards along with shorter, less developed girls. Some people are very quick to make assumptions about students based on overall airs. I was on financial support, but tuition is pretty expensive. Not many students. Some of the students that grew up in a wealthy loving family can be very inconsiderate with words. Dress code is strict. Dress code enforcer has tried to tell me where MY mid thigh was. Also the dress code does not provide much room for religious wear. Hijabs and headwear are allowed, but certain holidays might include certain attire. It can be a challenging place for students with Social Anxiety on multiple different fronts. There is no special needs program to my knowledge. I personally think that this school is a bit too sensitive, but that comes from a middle class public school person until I got here recently. The school is pretty academically supportive to those who don't require help, but it skips a year of material. I was scared to say this till now but it was also pretty terrifying the whole time. And exhausting. Mental health is taken care of by most of the teachers that are trying to get their own job done. Kids have said slurs, done VERY inappropriate things and made noises to others, and it's never taken care of. It always kept happening. Bullying was not addressed. Most people are obsessed with putting labels on you. And people wouldn't listen to me. It was actually pretty deteriorating. And I had already went into this school with crippling depression. My only friends at the school were much more support than the mental health support system or whatever thing they had set up at the time. And nobody knows boundaries. I'm sorry. I hope its changed now.

Ashbrook provides a safe campus to learn from preschool to 8th grade. The student to teacher ratio…read moreis perfect for adaptive learning and being in touch with how your child is learning. The arts program is strong and PE is just as impressive. The consideration for each child success is exactly how every school should approach education.

I am going to quote something you will find on the CCCC website when seeking further information…read more "CCCC provides a safe, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to be independent and to learn their full capabilities. Because of our low staff turnover and appropriate child/teacher ratios, we are able to pay attention to the individual needs and development of each child." This is not true, the center told me that they do not have low child/teacher ratios, therefore are unable to give attention to my child's individual needs. They also agreed to work with my husband and I with our child's needs only to less than 24 hours later turn around and kick him out of the center. So there is a lot of deceit involved. However being asked to leave because the staff, which "are not properly trained to give attention to my child's needs" as I was told, was not the issue here, the issue was the lying involved. After being more than willing to work with the center and change my child's schedule at home to cater to the center's needs, and comfort, as well as asking how I could help at the center (to which I received a response of "I do not know") I, in a very upfront manner asked, so you would like my child to stop coming here to your center? I was told no that was not it, that we could move him down to less days, that they would have someone come in and help my child, that they wanted to work with us, that they wanted what was best for my child. This however was also untrue, as I was asked to stop bringing my child to the center. I do not consider this professionalism at all, there was opportunity to be honest, instead of handling this situation in this, unprofessional manner. It is ironic because the week my child was kicked out I had asked (monday and tuesday) how he was doing and if his behavior was an issue or if he had been doing anything that he had gotten into trouble for. His teacher told me No, that he had a good day, BOTH of those days, then in a matter of three days I was told the complete opposite, called in thrusday to have a meeting, lied to; then asked to come and get him friday, when he was kicked out, due to his needs, with the excuse that he was being too demanding for the CCCC (lancaster) staff; in addition to honesty not being a priority in the centers staff - parent relationship. This really is unfortunate, I would NOT recommend bringing your child here at all, I would recommend looking elsewhere to fulfill your child's (care) needs.

The Lancaster Center, unfortunately, does not follow proper procedures regarding sanitation. Toys…read moreare sprayed rather than washed and sprayed. At least 80% of the children in the Pre-K room were ill. There is also an Ant infestation near the cubby area, which employees knowingly place the children's clothing and personal items in. After many requests regarding sending in pest control, suggestions of properly sanitizating as well as bully concerns not being properly addressed I withdrew my child. The center is also known to overcharge as well.