At Child's View we guide your child to develop their full potential – creative, cognitive, physical, social, spiritual and emotional.
We provide a year-round Montessori program for children ages 3 through kindergarten.
We also have a Summer Elementary Program for children 6 through 10 years old.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Year Founded
1988
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
23 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Half or Full day school options available. All Day Montessori
Admissions Director
Stacey Edwards Russo
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Happy Feet Soccer, Yoga
Happy Feet Soccer, Yoga
School Notes
- Year-round Montessori Pre-school & Kindergarten. Summer Elementary Program.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Child's View Montessori School?
The application deadline for Child's View Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Child's View Montessori School located?
Child's View Montessori School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 26 other private schools located in Southwest Portland.
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