Downtown Portland KinderCare

Reviews

• PP

  Phedra Perez

  Feb 14, 2026
  5.0
  I truly cannot say enough amazing things about this daycare. The directors, Christina and Bailee, are absolutely incredible. They are so involved, friendly, and genuinely caring people. You can tell they truly love what they do, and that care trickles down into every classroom. My 1-year-old has been in both the infant room and the toddler room, and every single teacher has been amazing. Communication has always been great, anytime I needed anything, they were willing to work with me and be supportive. One small example that meant so much to me: they always made it a priority to make sure my son had a clean diaper right before pickup because we have a long commute home. That kind of thoughtfulness really shows how much they care. My son struggles with drop-off, and they consistently give him the extra love and comfort he needs until he’s calm. As a mom, that reassurance means everything. I have always felt that he was safe, loved, and truly cared for. I also love that for picture day, one of their own teachers takes the photos instead of using a big company like Lifetouch. The app is another huge plus I love getting updates and seeing photos of him having so much fun throughout the day. I unfortunately have to switch daycares due to a job change, and I honestly hate that I have to leave. It really sucks because this place has been such a blessing for our family. I can’t say enough how much these teachers truly care, and I will always be grateful for the love and support they’ve given my child. 💛
• SF

  Sheila Flagg

  Dec 25, 2020
  5.0
  Our 16 month old has gone to the Downtown KinderCare since he was three months old. We had a wonderful experience in the infant room. It was small and the babies were well loved. I always felt more like I was dropping my little man off with family; they welcomed him with open arms. We are loving the toddler program, teachers, and the school. I really appreciate the pictures we receive throughout the day and that the teachers have sent pictures of the classroom. This helps make it feel like we get to “see” the class. It’s great. The drop-off & pick-up procedures are easy and professional. Plus, Miss Dee is always there with a big / warm smile... even when I’m telling her we forgot shoes at home. It’s obvious that the center is serious about the precautions necessary to keep the kiddos and staff safe; I appreciate that. The classroom itself is great. I can tell my little man is learning/growing. I think he sings songs at home, so I’m guessing there must be some songs they sing throughout the day? He often sounds like he’s trying to sing something (just in baby language, but he surely knows what he’s saying!). It’s been incredible watching him grow and blossom while in the toddler class.
• CH

  Chelsea Hickok

  Dec 23, 2020
  5.0
  Our 18 month old started with Kindercare in March and we are so happy he’s there. As soon as he moved to the toddler room, his gross motor and verbal skills improved exponentially. The teachers are wonderful and thoughtful; they leave us long notes about what he does during the day, and we get plenty of pictures in the afternoon. At his 18 month wellness check, his pediatrician said he was hitting 2 year old milestones! We credit a lot of that to Kindercare’s challenging curriculum, and teachers who bring it to life. During the pandemic, they have been incredibly communicative, accommodating, and strict with following safety measures, even before they were mandatory. Highly recommend!
• MM

  Marianne Majors

  Mar 1, 2019
  5.0
  Absolutely top-notch staff - the teachers are AMAZING. Can't say enough about the experience we've had with the Downtown KinderCare location - fantastic activities and curriculum, highly professional and compassionate teachers (with both the kids and the parents!!), and the management is awesome.
• JJ

  JC

  Feb 25, 2019
  5.0
  We’ve been with the Downtown Portland KinderCare for sometime now. We had our little one stay with my parents for the first 2 years. Before deciding on KinderCare, I called, toured and interviewed different providers. I chose this location because of how welcoming, opening and organization. The teachers are AMAZING! Our daughter started in the Discovery Room. The first week was the hardest week for me and the center director called me (without request) and let me know that my baby was doing great and how I was feeling is 100% normal. My not-so-little little one is in pre-school and ADORES her teacher and all the teachers at Downtown Portland KinderCare. Everyday is an adventure and Pre-School is a classroom full of imagination. Yun is the preschool teacher and she does such a wonderful job with incorporating her lessons in a world where kids can understand and make sense of things. Her classroom is so different every week. She’s like the Miss Frizzle of KinderCare. Amber, who’s in PreK is great. When the kids aren’t gettin along or when they get frustrated, she gets down on their level and talk with the kids and help them solve the issue. I am that parent who goes and sits in during lunch or play time. It’s an open center. My favorite part is the School creates a relationship with each parent and work with us to continue the learning at home. There is a great family vibe at KinderCare. They’re an amazing group of people.

Frequently Asked Questions About Downtown Portland KinderCare