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Willow Tree Preschool
has been designated an
Eco-Friendly Childcare
Provider by the Oregon Environmental Council.
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to learn more.

About The Willow Tree Preschool

The Willow Tree Preschool is a small home based program located on a quiet street in North Portland, specifically designed to meet the needs of the young child. In an atmosphere which encourages both active exploration as well as quiet time to reflect, your child might choose to bake with the group, engage in dramatic play with a friend, drape herself in silk and dance around the room, paint, or build with a variety of materials. We have a sweet courtyard for bike riding, a grassy area for tumbling, running, and jumping, as well as a climbing structure for play and physical development. Frequent walks through the neighborhood further enrich your child's experience.

In Harmony With Nature

At The Willow Tree, children experience life through the changing of seasons, observing how plants and animals grow and change. Our organic garden is filled with grapes, mint and flowers for tasting. Weekly cooking projects will offer a chance for children to explore and taste, as well. Children will plant and tend their own garden, digging in the soil , examining the bugs, and adding to the rich compost used to nurture the growing plants. Through these experiences children learn to live in harmony with nature and their world. The rhythm of the year is enhanced by our seasonal celebrations, such as May Day, the harvest, and winter solstice. We celebrate all of the seasons with the children, having gatherings throughout the year for the whole family.

More About Our Program

The Willow Tree Preschool is a half day program for children ages 3-5 with the low child/teacher ratio of 6:1. School hours are from 9:00am to 1:00pm Monday through Friday. With the exception of summer, breaks and holidays will be in accordance with the public school calendar. Children may be enrolled for two, three, four, or five days a week. An organic mid-morning snack will be provided daily. In addition to our regular curriculum, we offer weekly special programs in Spanish, Music, and Yoga. For more detailed enrollment and schedule information please click on the links above.

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