Our daughter has just started her second year at Tualatin Valley Preschool…read more We were intrigued by the school because it was a Co-op meaning that we contribute time and in return the tuition is very affordable, $110 a month. The teachers are absolutely darling with the children and the curriculum is very thought out. Our daughter loves to go to preschool and has acquired great social and creative skills. Tualatin Valley is a Preschool of quality for an affordable price.

Started both of my kids in TVP this fall and so far we are very pleased with the school. Both my…read morekids are very excited to go to school each day and talk about what they did when they get home. It's a co-op school which means that I get to be involved in there learning which I love. They do a lot of fun activities and we just went on a field trip to the pumpkin patch!

I cannot praise Ashcreek enough! My daughter started with their summer camp in 2022, continued with…read morethe school program, and is currently on her second school year. She was born at the start of the pandemic, and it was SO hard to build a community as a first time mom. I wanted part-time care to have a break for myself, but I also recognized that we both needed socialization and connection. Ashcreek offers the part-time, hands-on structure that we needed, as well as providing a safe and welcoming environment. I was especially impressed with their covid precautions. The school is an inclusive space with an emphasis on social and emotional learning. I have learned so much from all of the teachers and the other parent volunteers!

Ashcreek Playschool has been such a life changer for my kids, and myself! The community a co-op…read moremodel brings us amazing and getting to be in the classroom in the front row of your kids education is priceless! We have been apart of Ashcreek for 3 years and we absolutely love it. I couldn't imagine my life without it!

We chose to take our four-year-old son to SunGarden after relocating. It's a lovely small community…read moreof staff, teachers and parents, but unfortunately it didn't turn out to be what we thought it would be when we enrolled. Keep in mind, we have high expectations since we're talking about our children. We're within walking distance and we prefer Montessori methods, and SunGarden is AMI vs AMS (please research the difference if you're looking into Montessori schools)... so SunGarden seemed like a great choice. Everyone is warm and welcoming, and our son grew leaps and bounds academically (which is great if you're looking to raise an Einstein), but I was disheartened by a few things listed below: 1) Time outside: We were told when enrolling our son would be able to work outside when he wanted to (with provided lanyards) and they would often be outside anyway. However, he would come home and say he was not allowed to run outside (a four-year-old not be able to run?!). And although the outside area is beautifully cared for, it's extremely small for how large the community of children is, which is why they were worried about safety if the children ran into each other or any of the garden equipment. At this age, we feel kids need to run off their energy, especially after doing serious academic "work" in a classroom all day - see below. So the outside area and the rules that go with it ended up being a downfall and we were a bit displeased. 2) Turnover: We were only at SunGarden for one year and it was the director's first year in this position, as well as our teacher's first year (her name was Amy - but she was the best part about the school experience for our son). Their "outside guide" left the school mid-year making it even more difficult to allow children outside to do their work (something we were told would happen daily, but ended up not happening much at all). 3) The environment: I have to commend the school on its materials - it complies with AMI rules and materials have to be up to a certain standard, and they are beautiful Montessori materials, kept clean and orderly. However, as much as I love a calm, organized, quite environment for learning, the rooms were unusually quite (these are children ranging from 2.5-6 years). There should be noise and laughter and giggles. Anyone who needed to "move" - which was more often than not - was told to walk briskly along a circular line tape placed on the floor. It almost felt like caged animals when I observed this. 4) Academics: AMI Montessori schools want your children to thrive academically. I want my child to thrive in this area as well but he was still 4... not heading to college yet... and the reports I would receive from my teachers were how long my child would sit, focus and work on math or other subjects. And although he learned quite a bit for a four-year-old, I felt bad the days he didn't want to enter the classroom, crying and sitting outside, because I knew in my heart it was because he was entering what he felt, was a place he couldn't essentially just "be a kid." 5) Play & Art: In our son's previous years at another Montessori school (which we all loved but was AMS), he would come home exhausted, often-times dirty from playing outside (this is a good thing, parents...), or covered in paint and/or in a change of clothes after getting wet on hot days. Unfortunately, he always returned home from SunGarden as well groomed as he had been when he went in the classroom door that morning, so it seemed that very little art exploration, imagination, creativity or getting dirty was encouraged (at least that we saw). Again, it felt exceedingly academic for little minds. I do know they have some make-believe areas (such as a small doll house), sing songs (he came home reciting the same 50 states song I too memorized in 2nd grade), and read stories, but the teachers are there mainly to observe the children do their focused work quietly. 5) Flexibility: I want to be fair, the director did allow our family some flexibility, but again, complying with AMI methods, SunGarden requires your children to attend five days a week. So if you're looking for part-time care (because we wanted our child to be able to move and explore non-academic areas on those days off), then unless they've changed their rules, you don't have that option. Overall, again, everyone was warm and kind and I do know they care about the children. Unfortunately, I left with the impression they care even more so about complying with their AMI Montessori beliefs and methods than what the children inherently desire and need to be a kid at heart. It is a great school for those looking to ensure their children simply grow in academics and social responsibility. Again, these are the areas in which we saw our child grow the most with his time there and we are grateful for this.

As current parents of two children at SunGarden (one in each room), we couldn't be happier with our…read moreexperience. New to the area, we wanted a local Montessori provider where we could feel connected to the community. From the first day we dropped in (literally) to tour the school, the director, guides, and staff made us feel welcome. Since then, we've continued to have great experiences with the school, the parents, and the community. We love living in West Linn and often comment that SunGarden was the best decision we've made here. Specific to the school, we love the building and yard, the amount of outdoor time the kids get (rain or shine, they go out!), the pictures we get from the guides, and the ongoing parent/guide conferences. There are opportunities to connect with the guides, have drinks and coffee with other parents, learn about the curriculum, and interact with the whole community (annual events). SunGarden is the right place if you're looking to be a part of a Montessori community where your children will be cared for and given individual attention.

We love Yellow Wagon!! Rachel (the owner) and all of the teachers have been so amazing with both of…read moremy boys. My oldest son is thriving in kindergarten this year and I don't think that would've been the case without Yellow Wagon. We feel very lucky to have found them and would recommend to anyone in need of a preschool for their kids!

We love the Parent + Me Class! It's been such a fun way for my child to get comfortable in a…read moreclassroom setting while I'm there with them. The activities are always fun and age-appropriate, and the teachers are so welcoming. Highly recommend!

Pipster Prep has been a blessing! The teachers feel like members of the family and our children…read morecanot wait to come back each day! With actual teachers leading the class, our children are learning a lot in a very structered way! Thank you, Pipster Prep!

Pipster Prep was great--until it wasn't. We were one of the first families when the school opened…read morein May 2023 with just two classrooms, and stayed through April 2025 as it expanded to eight. Unfortunately, the quality of care and leadership didn't grow with it. While many of the teachers were kind and well-meaning, the majority were very young, newly trained through online programs, and often promoted with minimal hands-on experience. This inexperience showed, especially when it came to basic safety and communication. We raised several safety concerns over our time there: loose screws left in classrooms, unsecured furniture, choking hazards like popcorn and whole grapes on the snack menu, and toys with loose button batteries. Water beads--another well-known risk--were even used in class. We, and other families, were repeatedly brushed off or met with defensiveness when we brought these issues up. Our daughter has severe food allergies and had multiple reactions at school. Instead of ensuring a safe shared environment, the school had her eat meals alone at a table--at just 2 years old--while other students with allergies had entire foods banned from their classrooms for their safety. Even with discussions with their owner, Tessa, they don't seem to actually have a cohesive set protocol for handling allergies at their schools. Our daughter's school stored EpiPen was also allowed to expire by three months, only discovered when they went through medications for a state inspection scheduled the next day. There's only one classroom in the entire building with windows to the outside. The outdoor space is tiny, surfaced with hot rubber bark from recycled tires that stains clothes and skin when wet--definitely not designed with young children in mind. Multiple complaints and suggestions from parents were made over the two years we were there but nothing happened. Communication with the director, Jessica, was one of the most frustrating aspects. She often went weeks or even months without replying to emails, was rarely present during school hours, and didn't seem to support or equip teachers to navigate concerns with families. When we did hear from her, responses were often dismissive or defensive rather than collaborative. Eventually, we were blamed for "teacher burnout" simply for raising ongoing concerns about safety and our daughter's well-being. We appreciated the daily photos, but it often meant that teachers spent significant time on iPads instead of actively engaging with the children. For the high tuition we paid, our daughter frequently spent playtime drawing on a whiteboard with dried-out markers or sharing a single marker among many kids. In March 2025, we were suddenly told our family would not be allowed to return in the fall because our occasional concerns were"too much for Jessica's mental health". This came without any prior indication of issues or feedback. A few weeks later, we were immediately expelled from the school and received an email accusing us of "disruptive and inappropriate behavior." We had picked out daughter up early that day for a Doctor's appointment... Shockingly, Jessica sent an email to the entire school community sharing private details about our daughter's medical history, and invited other parents to "come into her office" to learn more about our family--something that was not only unethical, but a serious privacy violation. We were wowed by the newness of the school but should have done more due diligence as organizationally, it doesn't seem equipped to handle its rapid growth. Despite Jessica's experience as a preschool director, her lack of openness to feedback, poor communication, and disregard for legitimate safety concerns are deeply troubling. Since leaving, we've heard similar stories from other families and former staff. If you dig past the solicited 5-star reviews, you'll find more parents speaking up about the same issues. Advocating for your child's safety should never be treated as a threat or burden. That should have been our biggest red flag of all.

We have absolutely loved the last year at this school!!!! The teachers are amazing and paired with…read morethe great group of co-op families they provide such a safe, loving, supportive environment that it allows kids to play with all their hearts and learn a LOT in the process. The location is great and the tuition is really affordable (plus a 10% sibling discount which was a BIG deal for me). Also, there is a program for after class child care (Cub Club) available to member families. Really allowed for flexibility for a great price. I'm so happy to have found Tigard Playschool.

Tigard Playschool is a wonderful preschool, my daughter has grown so much! She has developed…read morecritical social skills and learning the importance of the different ways to learn and gain knowledge. I love the sense of community between the families. 2 of my children have attended this preschool and soon my youngest will too!

Our son has been going to Lovejoy Montessori for a few months now and we can already see how much…read morehe's gaining from Ms. Lora's class. He is learning a lot and is genuinely very happy there. Lora has been such a joy to talk to and her attention to the kids is unmatched. She takes her time and puts so much care into each child and we're so thankful to have found her. We really recommend Lovejoy for your little ones, they will be in good hands

This is a beautiful in-home Montessori school! The classroom is cozy, bright, and peaceful, and we…read morehad the honor of having our daughter taught by the lead guide for 4 years. This is a lovely place that will help your preschooler grown into a confident and independent little person, and learn so much along the way!

We have two kids that have gone to the Kindercare West Linn center. We LOVE it! They learn a lot…read moreand have a lot of fun. The teachers are knowledgeable and kind. They know our kids likes/dislikes, favorite things, etc. It is really sweet to see these relationships grow. We highly recommend this center!

I have had my daughter here for over 4 years now. To say that I am sad she's moving on is an…read moreunderstatement. She has been so supported by staff and family. She has grown and become such a smart and kind kiddo thanks to the help of the staff here. I am so thankful to every single staff member.