Best Daycares in Portland, OR — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 50 daycares and childcare centers in Portland based on listed credentials, recorded public reviews, and profile information.

Top Daycares in Portland

  1. #1 — Little Scholars Academy Score: 33/100

    SW Portland Preschool

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Children's Relief Nursery Score: 32/100

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  3. #3 — Sunshine Center Childcare and Preschool Score: 32/100

    Play-based Childcare in Portland

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Neighborhood House Children's Center Score: 32/100

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    Programs: Services Get Services, Food Security, Head Start, Housing and Community Health, Oregon Child Care Alliance, Parenting Program, School Age, Senior Services, Support Our Work Donate, Growing Our Village Capital Campaign, Volunteer, Events, Partners, SW HOPE Community Food Drive, Find Us. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Lotus Heart Preschool Score: 32/100

    Lotus Heart Preschool

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Saint Clare Preschool Score: 30/100

    St. Clare Preschool We are a preschool and daycare, serving the Southwest Portland, Oregon community and its environs. As a preschool and daycare provider, we believe it is our responsibility to create and sustain a nurturing and safe environment for your child, while offering a…

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — The International School Score: 30/100

    Home - International School of Portland

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Wow and Flutterville Playgarden Score: 30/100

    Wow and Flutterville Playgarden is a center based center in Portland, OR. Programs include Programs, Availability, Tuition Support, Reviews, Funding. Website: https://www.wowandfluttervilleplaygardens.com.

    Programs: Programs, Availability, Tuition Support, Funding, Daily cleaning with child Safe, eco Friendly products, Diligent handwashing and hygiene habits, Secure building access and drop Off protocols, Use of the Playground App for daily communication, Clear policies to keep our Playgardens protected, calm, and welcoming. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Southwest Parent-Child Collective Score: 29/100

    SOUTHWEST PARENT-CHILD COLLECTIVE

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Atlas Immersion Academy Score: 29/100

    Atlas Immersion Academy

    Programs: Why Choose Atlas Immersion Academy For Child Care?. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Atlas Immersion Academy Score: 29/100

    Atlas Immersion Academy

    Programs: Why Choose Atlas Immersion Academy For Child Care?. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Oregon Children's Academy Score: 28/100

    Best Daycare in Vancouver WA

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Grandma’s Place Early Learning Center Score: 28/100

    Childcare Facility in Portland, OR

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Shannon's Child Care & Preschool Score: 28/100

    Shannon's Child Care & Preschool

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Portland Montessori Collaborative Score: 27/100

    Portland Montessori Collaborative is listed as a childcare center in Portland, OR. Listed focus areas include montessori. Address on file: Portland, OR. A website is listed for hours, services, and current intake details.

    Programs: Montessori. View full profile →

  16. #16 — KinderCare Score: 26/100

    Downtown Portland KinderCare | Daycare, Preschool & Early Education in Portland, OR

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Whole Child Montessori Center Score: 26/100

    Whole Child Montessori Center is a Portland, OR childcare center with public contact and service details collected for comparison. Listed focus areas include montessori. Address on file: 5909 Southeast 40th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97202.

    Programs: Montessori. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Sonshine Preschool & Kindergarten Score: 25/100

    Mountain Park Church

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Little Olive Tree Preschool Score: 25/100

    Little Olive Tree Preschool

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Kinder Spirit Preschool Score: 25/100

    KinderSpirit

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  21. #21 — West Hills Learning Center Score: 25/100

    West Hills Learning Center, we are proud to offer nurturing child care and quality learning experiences for your child in the Multnomah neighborhood of Portland.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Cedar Hills Kindergarten and Preschool Score: 25/100

    Cedar Hills Kindergarten & Preschool

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Chapman Elementary School @ The Ramona Score: 24/100

    Chapman Elementary School @ The Ramona is listed as a childcare center in Portland, OR. Listed focus areas include after school. Address on file: 1525 Northwest 13th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97209. A website is listed for hours, services, and current intake details.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Multnomah Playschool Score: 24/100

    Multnomah Playschool is catalogued here for people researching daycares in Portland, OR. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: Portland, OR. A website is listed for hours, services, and current intake details.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  25. #25 — L'Etoile French Immersion School Score: 24/100

    French Immersion School Portland

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  26. #26 — Little Artists Preschool Score: 24/100

    Multnomah Arts Center

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  27. #27 — L'Etoile French Immersion School Score: 24/100

    French Immersion School Portland

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Healthy Starts Children's Center Score: 24/100

    Closed Center

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Hummingbird School Score: 24/100

    Hummingbird School

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  30. #30 — Joyful Noise Score: 23/100

    Joyful Noise appears in this directory as a childcare center serving Portland, OR. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 333 Southwest 1st Avenue, Portland, OR, 97204.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  31. #31 — Guidepost Montessori Score: 22/100

    Guidepost Montessori appears in this directory as a childcare center serving Portland, OR. Listed focus areas include montessori. Address on file: Portland, OR. A website is listed for hours, services, and current intake details.

    Programs: Montessori. View full profile →

  32. #32 — Happy Hollow Children's Center Score: 22/100

    Happy Hollow

    Programs: What to Expect This Summer, Our Programs Infant/Young Toddlers, Toddlers, Preschool/Pre K, School Age Programs, Hybrid Learning Program, Tuition, Camps Events, Immersive Themed Weeks: From the Jurassic era to the furthest reaches of space, every week features a brand new Hook that keeps engagement high., Convenient Schedule: We provide a structured, safe, and enriching environment that respects the schedules of busy families., The Arts: Explosive creativity in Messy Masterpieces., The Outdoors: Survival skills and conservation in Wilderness Survival and Zoo Quest., The Sciences: Rocketry and chemistry in Galactic Guardians and Kitchen Chemistry., The Athletics: Skill Building and teamwork, featuring our exclusive Soccer Shots partnership weeks., Inquiry Based Enriched Activities Daily, Outside Time, Daily Substantial Snack Served. View full profile →

  33. #33 — Mari's Little Lambs Score: 22/100

    Compare Mari's Little Lambs with other daycares in Portland, OR using the facts on this profile. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: Portland, OR. A website is listed for hours, services, and current intake details.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  34. #34 — Mt. Tabor Preschool Score: 19/100

    Mt. Tabor Preschool appears in this directory as a childcare center serving Portland, OR. Listed focus areas include preschool. Address on file: 5441 Southeast Belmont Street, Portland, OR, 97215. A website is listed for hours, services, and current intake details.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  35. #35 — Burlingame Preschool Score: 19/100

    Burlingame Preschool appears in this directory as a childcare center serving Portland, OR. Listed focus areas include preschool. Address on file: 4729 Southwest Taylors Ferry Road, Portland, OR, 97219. A website is listed for hours, services, and current intake details.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  36. #36 — Albina Head Start Score: 19/100

    FREE childcare, preschool and family resources in North, NE and SE Portland for prenatal moms, teen parents, and children 6 weeks to age 5 who qualify.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  37. #37 — The Gan Score: 19/100

    Welcome to The Gan. Watch your child blossom! We offer a unique educational experience in a warm, supportive environment.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  38. #38 — Wildwood Preschool Score: 19/100

    Wildwood Preschool is catalogued here for people researching daycares in Portland, OR. Listed focus areas include preschool. Address on file: Portland, OR. A website is listed for hours, services, and current intake details.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  39. #39 — Albina Head Start Score: 19/100

    FREE childcare, preschool and family resources in North, NE and SE Portland for prenatal moms, teen parents, and children 6 weeks to age 5 who qualify.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  40. #40 — Albina Head Start Score: 19/100

    FREE childcare, preschool and family resources in North, NE and SE Portland for prenatal moms, teen parents, and children 6 weeks to age 5 who qualify.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  41. #41 — Moda Tower Child Development Center Score: 18/100

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    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  42. #42 — Purple Moon Score: 18/100

    This profile covers Purple Moon, a childcare center associated with Portland, OR. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 3211 Northeast Broadway, Portland, OR, 97232.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  43. #43 — Creative Minds Score: 18/100

    Creative Minds is catalogued here for people researching daycares in Portland, OR. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 6109 Southeast Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, OR, 97202.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  44. #44 — Cadence Academy Score: 18/100

    Preschool & Daycare Center in Portland, OR at 334 SE 146th Ave

    Programs: Find a Preschool or Daycare Near You, > Your School: Cadence Academy Preschool, Milwaukie Site Search Find a School Near You, Programs Infant Care, Toddler Care, Preschool, Pre Kindergarten, Private Kindergarten, School Age Program, Flexible Care, Elementary Schools, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Spring Break Programs, Summer Break Programs, Winter Break Programs, Language Immersion, Faith Based, Our Promise Exceptional Education, Social Development, Kindergarten Readiness, Happy Families, Caring Staff, Kindness In Action, Parent Webinars, Frequently Asked Questions, Pay Online, Site Search, Menu Menu, Find a School Near You. View full profile →

  45. #45 — The Children's Garden Score: 17/100

    The Children's Garden is listed as a childcare center in Portland, OR. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 1405 Southwest Morrison Street, Portland, OR, 97205.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  46. #46 — DiscoveryLand Score: 16/100

    This profile covers DiscoveryLand, a childcare center associated with Portland, OR. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 1001 Southeast 60th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97215.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  47. #47 — Saint James Child Development Center Score: 16/100

    Saint James Child Development Center is catalogued here for people researching daycares in Portland, OR. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 1312 Southwest 10th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97201.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  48. #48 — Kozy Kids Enrichment Center Score: 16/100

    Kozy Kids Enrichment Center appears in this directory as a childcare center serving Portland, OR. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 15320 Northwest Central Drive, Portland, OR, 97229.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  49. #49 — Happy Valley Children's Garden Score: 13/100

    Happy Valley Children's Garden is listed as a childcare center in Portland, OR. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 8660 Southeast Foster Road, Portland, OR, 97266.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  50. #50 — L'Espoir Preschool Score: 9/100

    L'Espoir Preschool is listed as a childcare center in Portland, OR. Listed focus areas include preschool. Address on file: 6437 South Virginia Avenue, Portland, OR, 97239. A phone number is listed so you can confirm availability directly.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

The Directory information score is a 0–100 summary of captured profile and public review information. Fixed point limits apply to public ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience. Missing information contributes no points. A low score may reflect missing data; the score does not measure service quality or guarantee suitability. Read our full methodology →

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Frequently asked questions

Which daycare has the highest information score on this results page in Portland?
Little Scholars Academy has the highest Directory information score among the listings shown on this page. The score summarizes recorded profile information; it does not establish service quality or suitability.
How are daycares ranked in Portland?
The Directory information score is a 0–100 summary of captured profile and public review information. Fixed point limits apply to public ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience. Missing information contributes no points. A low score may reflect missing data; the score does not measure service quality or guarantee suitability. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Portland?
Childcare costs in Portland vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.