Rhododendron, OR

Mount Hood Montessori offers authentic Montessori education in the Mount Hood corridor, serving families from Rhododendron and surrounding communities. The center features certified Montessori teachers with specialized training in child development, mixed-age classrooms that promote peer learning, and a comprehensive curriculum focusing on practical life skills, sensory development, and early academics. Their beautiful natural campus includes outdoor learning environments, garden areas, and age-appropriate playgrounds. The center emphasizes individualized learning plans, peaceful conflict resolution, and fostering independence while maintaining excellent teacher-to-child ratios. They provide nutritious organic meals and maintain rigorous safety protocols including secure entry systems and comprehensive staff background checks.

Little Acorn Learning Center provides comprehensive early childhood education with a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum. The center serves the Mount Hood communities including Rhododendron with age-specific programs designed to support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Their experienced teaching staff includes certified early childhood educators who create engaging learning environments with hands-on activities, literacy-rich classrooms, and STEM exploration. The facility features secure indoor learning spaces, multiple outdoor play areas with natural elements, and a focus on outdoor education that leverages the beautiful mountain environment. They maintain excellent health and safety standards with regular sanitation protocols, secure check-in systems, and staff trained in pediatric CPR and first aid.

Sandy Baptist Preschool offers a high-quality early childhood program that serves families throughout the Mount Hood region, including Rhododendron. The center provides a nurturing Christian environment with a strong academic foundation, focusing on kindergarten readiness through structured play and hands-on learning. Their curriculum emphasizes literacy development, social skills, math concepts, and creative expression through art, music, and movement. The experienced teaching team includes degreed educators with specialized training in early childhood development who maintain low student-teacher ratios for individualized attention. The facility features bright, well-equipped classrooms, a large outdoor playground, and secure premises with monitored access. The program is known for its warm, family-oriented atmosphere and strong parent communication.