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Wooden Fish Preschool 2

2435 SE 142nd Ave
Portland, OR 97233
Grades/Ages
Ages 2-12
Hours
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Overview

Wooden Fish Preschool, located in Southeast Portland, is dedicated to nurturing children aged 2 to 12 years through a play-based curriculum designed to foster intellectual, social, physical, and moral development. With a mission centered on providing exceptional care, the school creates a welcoming environment that honors diversity and respects the surrounding community. The curriculum emphasizes purposeful play, allowing children to engage in rich learning experiences filled with art and hands-on activities that spark their imagination. Teachers observe each child's unique interests and challenges, tailoring educational approaches that encourage curiosity and experimentation. A strong focus on building literacy skills through enjoyable reading and writing opportunities further enhances the learning experience. In addition to its day program, Wooden Fish Preschool offers an after-school program for youth aged 7 to 18 in collaboration with Wooden Fish Parents First. What sets Wooden Fish apart is its commitment to forming a close-knit classroom community where children develop essential social and emotional skills while enjoying ample outdoor playtime in a spacious backyard. The low student-teacher ratio ensures personalized attention, making it a unique choice for families seeking a supportive educational setting.

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Privateplay-based curriculumliteracy skillssocial-emotional learningoutdoor playtime

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  • Private
  • Elementary (K-5)
  • High School (9-12)
  • Middle School (6-8)

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  • play-based curriculum
  • literacy skills
  • social-emotional learning
  • outdoor playtime

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