Bright Schoolhouse

Bright Schoolhouse is an independent non-profit K-5 elementary school in West Linn, designed to be the foundation for your child’s learning. With a focus on personalized, hands-on education, students build the academic, social, and critical thinking skills needed to bridge their school experience to their next learning environment. As a full-time elementary program, Bright Schoolhouse offers a small class size and low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for highly individualized instruction. The curriculum is intentionally intertwined, connecting subjects through meaningful projects and deep exploration, fostering both curiosity and mastery. School runs Monday-Friday 8:00-3:00.

WHO is a microschool for: Microschools, especially Bright Schoolhouse, are an excellent choice for parents who are looking for a small class environment, relationship-based teaching, and want these early school years to still include play and remain magical. Microschools are small learning communities made up of students working in mixed-age groups allowing children to learning individually and collaboratively. Small schools allow for strong academics and supportive individualized instruction. Bright has a program size of 30.

WHERE is Bright: West Linn, OR at 19066 Williamette Dr along HWY 43 with easy access from Lake Oswego, Oregon City, Tualatin, Wilsonville, and Portland metro. TELL me more:

• Flexible Learning Spaces – Designed to support movement, sensory needs, and varied learning styles.
• Project-Based Learning – Students explore big ideas through hands-on projects that connect subjects in real-world ways.
• Special Interests & Enthusiasm Projects – Every child spends the year diving deep into a personal area of interest, culminating in a showcase.
• Advanced and Individualized Instruction – Math, literacy, and other core subjects are tailored to each student’s level, ensuring challenge and growth.
• Strong Community & Relationships – A multi-age environment where students form meaningful connections with peers and teachers.
• Outdoor & Body Breaks – Time built into the day for movement, play, and regulation.