Best Daycares in Portland, OR — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 13 daycares and childcare centers in Portland based on listed credentials, recorded public reviews, and profile information.

Top Daycares in Portland

  1. #1 — Whole Child Montessori Center Score: 27/100

    Whole Child Montessori Center is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, private school, elementary school. Website: http://www.wholechildmontessori.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Wild Pear Preschool Score: 27/100

    Wild Pear Preschool is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.WildPrimrosePreschool.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Wildflowers Preschool Score: 27/100

    Wildflowers Preschool is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.wildflowerspreschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Wildwood Nature School Score: 27/100

    Wildwood Nature School is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.wildwoodnatureschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Willow Tree Preschool Score: 27/100

    Willow Tree Preschool is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.willowtreepreschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Woodhaven School Score: 27/100

    Woodhaven School is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: https://m.charityauctionstoday.com/m/auctions/woodhaven25-43886.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Wooden Fish Preschool Score: 20/100

    Wooden Fish Preschool is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.woodenfishpreschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Woodsong Preschool Score: 20/100

    Woodsong Preschool is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.woodsongpreschoolpdx.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Woodward Montessori Score: 20/100

    Woodward Montessori is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.woodward-school.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Young Wonders Preschool Score: 20/100

    Young Wonders Preschool is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, school. Website: http://youngwonderspreschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Youngset Preschool Score: 20/100

    Youngset Preschool is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://youngsetpreschool.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Windsong Preschool Score: 19/100

    Windsong Preschool is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://www.windsongpreschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  13. #13 — YMCA ODS Tower Child Development Center Score: 16/100

    YMCA ODS Tower Child Development Center is a childcare center in Portland, OR. Programs include Preschool. Website: http://www.ymcacw.org.

    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 →

Frequently asked questions

Which daycare has the highest information score on this results page in Portland?
Whole Child Montessori Center 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.