First Steps Bilingual Preschool & Child Care
When it comes to your little ones, you want to make sure you choose the right place for daycare and education. Here are some of our frequently asked questions.
We welcome children from 6 weeks to 7 years old, offering care and learning programs designed for each age group — infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-K.
We’re open Monday through Friday, from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, providing flexible schedules for working families.
No, children do not need to be fully potty trained to enroll. Our teachers work closely with families to support the toilet training process in a positive and consistent way.
We are a bilingual program (English & Spanish)! Children are gently introduced to both languages through songs, play, and daily interaction, helping them develop early bilingual skills naturally.
Tuition includes a bilingual curriculum, daily learning activities, outdoor playtime, arts and crafts, and enrichment classes such as music or piano (depending on the age group).
Yes! Families can choose between full-time (4–5 days per week) or part-time (3 days per week) programs, depending on your child’s needs and your schedule.
We provide breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon snack every day. All meals are nutritious and balanced, prepared to support healthy growth and happy tummies! Families are encouraged to inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions, so we can accommodate each child’s needs safely.
We use the Brightwheel App to keep parents updated daily with photos, messages, and activity reports. It’s an easy and secure way to stay connected with your child’s teachers.
Our ratios meet or exceed Oregon licensing standards, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention and care from our qualified, loving teachers.
You can schedule a tour directly through our website or by sending us a message. We’d love to show you our classrooms, meet our teachers, and answer all your questions in person.
es! Families enrolling more than one child receive a 10% sibling discount on the oldest child’s tuition
Yes, a one-time registration fee and deposit are required to secure your child’s spot. These details will be shared during your tour or enrollment process.
We use a mixed curriculum that combines the Creative Curriculum and the Brightwheel Curriculum, giving children the perfect balance between structured learning, creativity, and modern tools for individualized growth. Our program focuses on learning through play, early literacy, creativity, and social-emotional development — helping every child become confident, curious, and ready for kindergarten.
Your child’s safety is our priority. Our center is licensed by the state, equipped with secure entry systems, and our teachers are CPR and First Aid certified.
We follow a holiday schedule similar to local schools. Families receive a calendar at enrollment with all closure dates clearly marked.