Trout Lake, WA

Located just across the Columbia River from Trout Lake, Mount Hood Child Care Center serves families in the greater Mount Hood region with a nature-based educational approach. The center features a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes outdoor learning and environmental education, taking advantage of the natural surroundings. Staff includes certified early childhood educators with specialized training in forest school methodologies. The facility maintains excellent teacher-to-child ratios and features secure indoor learning spaces alongside extensive outdoor play areas. Parents consistently praise the center's commitment to child development and the quality of communication with families.

Serving the White Salmon area just north of Trout Lake, this center offers a play-based learning curriculum that balances structured activities with child-directed exploration. The facility features dedicated classrooms for different age groups, secure outdoor playgrounds, and a focus on social-emotional development. All lead teachers hold early childhood education credentials, and the center maintains state-exceeding safety standards with secure entry systems and comprehensive health protocols. The center is particularly noted for its inclusive environment and strong parent-teacher partnerships, with regular developmental updates and family engagement events.

As part of the Mid-Columbia Children's Council network, this center provides high-quality early childhood education serving families throughout the Columbia River Gorge region. The program implements a research-based curriculum focused on school readiness and comprehensive child development. The facility features modern classrooms, age-appropriate learning materials, and secure outdoor play spaces. Staff includes certified early childhood educators with ongoing professional development. The center is particularly strong in providing inclusive services and family support resources, with many parents noting the exceptional care and developmental progress their children make.