Lafayette, OR

The Goddard School in nearby McMinnville offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic learning with play-based development. Their highly qualified teachers hold degrees in early childhood education and maintain low student-to-teacher ratios. The facility features secure entry systems, modern classrooms with age-appropriate learning centers, and outdoor play areas designed for different age groups. They emphasize STEAM learning, language development, and social-emotional skills through structured curriculum and hands-on activities. The center is known for its comprehensive safety protocols, daily communication with parents, and nutritious meal programs.

Primrose School of Newberg provides balanced learning through their exclusive Balanced Learning® curriculum that combines purposeful play with nurturing guidance from trained teachers. The school features secure facilities with coded entry systems, dedicated infant rooms with individual feeding and sleeping areas, and age-specific outdoor playgrounds. Their approach integrates character development, literacy, math, and science through hands-on experiences. Staff members receive ongoing professional development and maintain CPR/first aid certifications. The center is recognized for its strong parent partnerships, daily updates through the Primrose app, and focus on developing the whole child through music, art, and physical activity.

Little Friends Preschool & Child Care is a locally owned and operated center serving the greater Lafayette area with comprehensive early childhood programs. Their curriculum focuses on developmental milestones through creative play, structured learning activities, and social interaction. The facility includes secure classrooms with observation windows, fenced outdoor play areas with age-appropriate equipment, and dedicated spaces for different age groups. Teachers implement Oregon's Early Learning Standards while providing individualized attention to each child's needs. The center is praised for its family-like atmosphere, experienced staff with low turnover, and flexible scheduling options that accommodate working parents' needs.