The Portland Public Schools offers high-quality Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) programming both in Portland Public Schools’ buildings and at two partner site locations, Youth and Family Outreach (YFO) and …

Kindergarten[a] is a preschool educational approach based on playing, singing, practical activities such as drawing, and social interaction as part of the transition from home to school. Such institutions …

We accomplish this by continually reviewing and applying best educational practice while remaining true to our community’s values and spirit. Curious? Find yourself at Breakwater.

At The Children’s Center, we provide the environment essential for children to flourish at the “hard work” we call play. The sights and sounds here reflect the joy, curiosity, and imagination children bring to …

Please click here to complete the online registration form for the 2026-2027 school year. Questions? If you need further assistance in completing the application, or have any questions please contact our …

We hope the resources provided by our team will support and guide parents, caregivers, educators, and providers as they engage young learners in high-quality transitions into kindergarten. Click the links …

If you are working with Portland Public Schools to develop an IEP for kindergarten, because your child received preschool special education services and has an IFSP, your child will be enrolled …

Waynflete is located in the heart of Portland, Maine. Voted best private school in Maine. Offering Reggio Emilia approach to Pre-K and diverse learning opportunities for students K-12. Schedule your …

Oregon’s first Montessori program and the longest running Montessori school in the Pacific Northwest. The enrollment process starts with a one-on-one with our director of admissions. We offer programs …

Infants eat, sleep, and play in this calm environment. They begin to develop both gross and fine motor skills. The toddler program is for children two years old and up. In this program, toddlers are …