PDX Parent Reader Favorites: Lessons & Camps

Check out the winners of our annual readers’ poll in the After School Classes & Enrichment Category below. Want more recommendations? Find even more classes listed in our After School Care Directory.

Congratulations to these fabulous winners!

Educational After School Classes

WINNER: Adventures in Spanish

The after school classes at Adventures in Spanish are full of songs, games, books, and movement. The classes are held at schools across the city, making after school care absolutely effortless for families. Kids learn Spanish while having fun, and they can continue their lessons in an online, self-paced Gogo Español program.

TOP 5

Saturday Academy
Code Ninjas
Coding with Kids
Electronic Music Club
Camp Invention

Active After School Classes

WINNER: Trackers Earth

Trackers Earth, multi-year winner of our Reader Favorites poll, offers exciting after-school classes that immerse kids in outdoor adventures and skill-building activities. From wilderness survival to environmental education, these classes foster confidence, creativity, and a love for nature.

Kids at Trackers Earth Camps — Image courtesy of Trackers Earth.

TOP 5

OMEGA Gymnastics
Yoga Playgrounds
DolFUN Dynamics
Stronger Skatepark
Aim High Academy of Martial Arts

Arts & Crafts After School Classes

WINNER: Multnomah Arts Center

The Multnomah Arts Center has earned a well-deserved Reader Favorite win, and it’s easy to see why! Whether you’re looking to take a pottery class, check out a local art show, or just wander the beautiful grounds, there’s always something inspiring happening. A big congratulations to the Arts Center for being a true community hub where creativity thrives!

TOP 6
Whimsy Wees Art Studio
Portland Metro Arts
PDX Preschool of the Arts & The Hangout
Crafty Mindz
Art4Life
Hey! Happy Makers

Tutoring & Learning Services

WINNER: Kumon

Kumon has been named a Reader Favorite, and it’s clear why families love it! With its focus on helping kids build strong math and reading skills at their own pace, Kumon makes learning feel like a rewarding journey. Congrats to Kumon for being a go-to resource that’s truly making a difference in kids’ education!