Natural Beginnings Day School Riverscape Properties, NW 16th Avenue Portland, OR 97209 Phone: 503-936-0268 www.naturalbeginningsdayschool.com 5 out of 5 reviewers recommend this place.	(average 5.0)	Add a photo  View (17)
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Overview     Details     Reviews (5)     Events (1)     Coupons (0)   Overview Last updated May-11-11 Natural Beginnings is an Eco-Healthy childcare with a daily rhythm and curriculum based on traditional teachings as well as respect for the world, its cultures, animals & habitats. We teach baby sign and key words in spanish and french. Why choose Natural Beginnings? Established in 2008 as an LLC • Oregon State Registered In-Home Child Care • Safe, well manicured, private neighborhood (Riverscape Properties) on the edge of the Pearl District & located on the NW Portland Waterfront • Easily accessible from I-5, I-405, Hwy 26, Hwy 30, Naito Parkway, Thurman and 23rd Avenue • Certified Eco-Healthy Child Care by the Oregon Environmental Council o Wood floors & wool carpeting o High quality toys and equipment made of wood, natural and recycled materials • NW Nutrition USDA Food Program o Organic & vegetarian snacks & meals provided • All staff have current certification in Infant/Child/Adult CPR/1st Aid, Food Handlers, Recognizing & Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect • All staff have or are currently obtaining a bachelors degree in a child related career field • Small class size & low ratio (average 2 adults to 4-8 children per day) • Help and gentle guidance with potty training • Environmental Education based curriculum that focuses on preparing children for kindergarten o Activities based in music, language, science, math, motor skills and art each and every day • Daily Rhythm is adaptable (meal/snack times, play times, naps, etc. may be moved around to accommodate individual children’s needs) • A minimum of 2 hours of free play and self expression each day • Daily Nature Walks, Bike Riding & Outside Recess (minimum of 1 hour of outside time each day, although this is dependent on how cold, hot or rainy it is) • Class pets (cat, toad, newt, fish) & community garden teach responsibility • Frequent Field Trips: Oregon Zoo, Children’s Museum, NW Library, Playdate PDX, Local Parks, Pumpkin Patch, etc. Details Hours of operation: Sunday     --     -- Monday     7:00 am     6:00 pm Tuesday     7:00 am     6:00 pm Wednesday     7:00 am     6:00 pm Thursday     7:00 am     6:00 pm Friday     7:00 am     6:00 pm Saturday     --     -- Survey questions: Minimum Age Requirement?    Yes Potty Training Required?    No Before-School Care?    Yes After-School Care?    Yes Sibling Discount?    Yes Financial Aid?    No Registration Fees?    Yes Summer Session?    Yes Hot Lunches?    Yes Music Programs?    Yes Enrichment Programs?    Yes Foreign Language Classes?    Yes Religious Based?    No Reviews Sort by highest rated lowest rated newest oldest Harmony says (Dec-18-08) : 0 of 0 find this helpful Natural Beginnings is a wonderful school, and we are so happy to have our son there. It is a very clean, happy, and calm environment. We feel very safe and lucky to have found such a great place for our child. The staff are well educated and loving, and the child/teacher ratio is excellent. Our son loves going to school at Natural Beginnings. Was this helpful? Yes | No Flag as: Miscategorized | Inappropriate finnsmom says (Dec-10-08) : 0 of 0 find this helpful Eco-friendly, clean environment with an attentive staff. Healthy organic foods, a great curriculum and an overall positive energy. I would recommend this facility to anyone searching for high quality care for their child! Was this helpful? Yes | No Flag as: Miscategorized | Inappropriate Sharon says (Dec-4-08) : 1 of 1 find this helpful Great dayschool, friendly and professional staff with a real emphasis on education and the environment. Would recommend without hesitation to anyone requiring daycare for their children. Was this helpful? Yes | No Flag as: Miscategorized | Inappropriate ekmIVmom says (Dec-3-08) : 1 of 1 find this helpful Natural Beginnings has been the BEST fit for my 6 month old son. My husband and I are constantly in disbelief that we found such an excellent day school. Not only is it an eco-friendly/healthy environment, but the children are given a full day of educational stimulation with her well rounded curriculum. I would recommend N.B. to anyone and everyone!! Was this helpful? Yes | No Flag as: Miscategorized | Inappropriate emaccoll says (Dec-2-08) : 1 of 1 find this helpful Great Day Care! The staff, curriculum, food, etc...is outstanding. I would recommend it anyone. Was this helpful? Yes | No Flag as: Miscategorized | Inappropriate Summer Camp Dates: Ongoing Time: June-Sept Ages: First-5th Grade Students Cost: Email lucy@naturalbeginningsdayschool.com for rates Website: http://www.naturalbeginningsdayschool.com School Age Children can join us for Summer Camp on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. Sign up today! Update | Save to calendar No coupons for this listing. « Back to search results

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