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Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Our Kids Calendar is packed with family-friendly events happening all around Portland! Please confirm event details with the host— we do our best to keep things accurate, but event details can change!
These destination playgrounds will delight your kids and give you a breather!
Join Rose City Neighborhood Preschool for our Open House on Saturday, February 7, from 9–11 a.m. Meet our wonderful teachers, explore our bright classroom and spacious indoor play area, and learn how our co-op preschool supports young learners through play, exploration, and parent education while fostering a warm and supportive community of families. Can't make […]
Bring your child to our Open House to explore our spaces and meet our two outstanding teachers! Curiosity, community and creativity collide at this award-winning cooperative preschool. Hancock understands children are capable of constructing knowledge through play and meaningful real-world experiences. They value the uniqueness of each child and family.
Meet our teachers, explore the classrooms, and learn about our play-based preschool programs for the upcoming school year! Families are welcome to tour and ask questions. Our play-based preschool program fosters creativity, curiosity, and community for young learners who are 3-5 years old. Registration for the 2026–2027 school year opens in January—join us for a […]
Parents of young children are invited to the Lake Oswego Preschool Forum, a one-night event designed to help families explore preschool options in Lake Oswego and surrounding communities. Meet representatives from 25 local preschool programs in one convenient evening, ask questions, and learn about a variety of early childhood education approaches — all in one […]
Please join us on Saturday, February 21, from 12:00pm - 1:00pm for a fun, relaxed open house. Check out our school, play, have some snacks, and meet other families interested in Italian language. No need to speak Italian! All are welcome.
Come learn more about the Emerson School at our annual Open House and discover what makes us unique.
Experience the benefits of a nature-based education at our private K-8 school in SE Portland, where academics come alive through daily outdoor immersion. With small class sizes and a curriculum focused on curiosity, creativity, and resilience, our students thrive in an environment that nurtures their brain development, emotional well-being, and physical growth. Our nature-first approach […]
Come visit Tucker Maxon School and see why families love our school!
Meet the MITCH Charter School Administration Team, the MITCH Parent Support Organization, MITCH alumni, and members of the MITCH School Board at our Future Family Night Open House on Thursday, February 26th from 6:00–7:30 pm. Learn about MITCH’s hands-on, service-learning approach to education, then pick up your MITCH Passport and explore our campus! Visit grade-level […]
Reimagine education. We invite you to visit A Renaissance School to come and see! Please join us on March 10 at 6:00pm for an Information Session. You can call 971-221-2311 or email admissions@renpdx.org or RSVP online https://www.renpdx.org/enrollment-1 to learn more or schedule a personal tour. The program will begins by 6:15pm. See you soon!
Come visit Tucker Maxon School and see why families love our school!
Join us for Open House - January 15th and March 12th at 6:00 pm in the Pavilion on the All Saints campus. Meet our team and discover a faith-centered education that builds confident, compassionate kids, grades Prek - 8. Give your child the opportunity to experience a world of learning through art, science, music, gifted […]
Experience the benefits of a nature-based education at our private K-8 school in SE Portland, where academics come alive through daily outdoor immersion. With small class sizes and a curriculum focused on curiosity, creativity, and resilience, our students thrive in an environment that nurtures their brain development, emotional well-being, and physical growth. Our nature-first approach […]
Discover how Montessori learning comes to life at Busy Hands Montessori! At our Open Houses you’ll: Tour our infant, toddler, and primary classrooms Meet our Montessori-credentialed guides and school leaders Explore hands-on materials that build focus, independence, and problem-solving Hear how we partner with families and what verification and accreditation means for quality and safety […]
Multnomah Learning Academy (MLA) K-8's open houses are a great opportunity for new and prospective families interested in the 2026-27 school year to visit our elementary and middle school campuses and to meet our staff!
Multnomah Learning Academy (MLA) K-8's open houses are a great opportunity for new and prospective families interested in the 2026-27 school year to visit our elementary and middle school campuses and to meet our staff!
Discover how Montessori learning comes to life at Busy Hands Montessori! At our Open Houses you’ll: Tour our infant, toddler, and primary classrooms Meet our Montessori-credentialed guides and school leaders Explore hands-on materials that build focus, independence, and problem-solving Hear how we partner with families and what verification and accreditation means for quality and safety […]
Join our Kindergarten team for a joyful, hands-on opportunity for prospective families to preview our 2026/27 Kindergarten program. Our "littles" are the roots that hold this school up, and we can’t wait to show new families how we grow hearty kindergartners who can trek forest trails and learn with resilience. Kids encouraged to attend! Experience […]
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