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Bloomin’

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Bloomin’ Childcare

Offering Childcare for Ages 3 Months - Kindergarten Ready

Nutritious Snacks and Lunch Provided

Small Teacher to Student Ratios

Located in N/NE Portland’s Boise-Elliot Neighborhood

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your child’s home away from home

Welcome to Bloomin'! We are a play-based, community-centered childcare center in Northeast Portland, serving children from infancy through pre-kindergarten. Our goal is to create a warm, nurturing environment where children experience both independence and interdependence in a safe, collaborative space.

We believe in hands-on learning, free play, and an interdisciplinary approach to social, emotional, and academic development. Through play, children naturally build confidence and problem-solving skills, helping them navigate the world around them.

Families are an essential part of our community, and we work closely with you to meet your child's individual needs. Every child brings unique experiences, perspectives, and talents, and we are committed to celebrating each one.

 FAQs

    • Open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    • Our Daily Schedule and Routine is planned from 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM, please plan to have your child here by our start time, if you need to come later than 9:00 AM or pick up earlier than 3:30, just let us know ahead of time.

    • 7:30-8:15 is considered early drop off, 4:45-5:30 is considered late pick up

      • Your child may not be at school during both of those periods in a single day

    • Recommended day length: 8 hours

    • 7:30-9:00 AM : Arrivals, reading, quiet activities and guided free play.

    • 8:30-9:30 AM : Morning Snack

    • 9:30-10:30 AM : Potty and Diapers, Small Group Play and Circle Time

    • 10:30-11:30 AM : Outdoor Play

    • 11:30 AM : Lunch

    • 12:00-12:30 PM : Lunch Clean Up, Potty and Diapers, Rest Time Setup

    • 12:30-2:30 PM : Wake Up, Diapers and Potty, Quiet Small Group Activities

    • 3:00-3:30 PM : Afternoon Snack

    • 3:30-5:30 PM : Outdoor Play and Goodbyes

    • Daily communications are made via the Procare App.

    • We will send out a monthly newsletter via email with current events and important reminders.

    • Optional fall/spring conferences, check in with us anytime about questions about your child’s development.

    • Photos are occasionally shared on Instagram. (opt-out available)

  • Infant/Toddler Program (3m - 36m)

    • 5 days/week: $1,900/month

    • 4 days/week: $1,700/month

    • 3 days/week: $1,500/month

    Preschool/Pre-K (36m - K-ready)

    • 5 days/week: $1,600/month

    • 4 days/week: $1,400/month

    • 3 days/week: $1,200/month

    • Discipline is positive and non-punitive

    • Core values: Be Safe, Be Kind, Be Respectful

    • We use redirection, calm-down spaces, and natural consequences

    • Behavior concerns will be discussed with families

    • Immediate pick-up required if behavior threatens safety

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Infant/Toddler Program

(Ages 3 months - 2.5 years)

  • Warm, calm, and developmentally appropriate environment.

  • Daily activities include music, sensory play, outdoor time, and free play.

  • Naps are scheduled based on individual needs.

  • We support all feeding methods including breastmilk, formula, purees, and baby-led feeding.

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Preschool Program

(Ages 2.5 - 4 years)

  • Encourages social, emotional, and cognitive growth.

  • Incorporates music, art, outdoor play, and project-based learning.

  • Group nap and food schedule

  • Potty training is not required at enrollment but should be in progress

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Pre-Kindergarten Program

(Ages 4 - Kindergarten Ready)

  • Focus on independence, social-emotional development, and pre-academic skills

  • Includes music, art, sensory play, and structured projects

  • Quiet choices available for non-nappers

  • Children must be fully potty-trained before enrollment

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