Nurturing Hearts and Minds
Private Portland childcare, Preschool & Kindergarten
How We Got Started
Happy Day was founded in 1970 to provide high-quality, Christ-centered private preschool and kindergarten to children and families in Portland.
At Happy Day, you’ll find a positive, up-beat environment filled with laughter, creative play and stimulating activities. Our structured programs allow children to build daily rhythms and healthy expectations, preparing them to thrive in a school setting.
Happy Day’s competitive tuition and complimentary meal program help increase accessibility to private Christian childcare and early education.
Our culturally diverse student body and teaching staff enriches the learning environment, fostering inclusivity, respect, and a broader understanding of the world among young children.
Our Philosophy
Happy Day caters to families who are seeking a more traditional childcare and educational experience. While our programs and services are available to all children and families regardless of their beliefs, many families are drawn to Happy Day for its Christ-centered care and instruction.
The available hours, the location, the awesome teachers, and the good cook, are only some of the wonderful reasons to enroll here.
–Karen Wolcott
Private Preschool & Kindergarten Portland
our administrative staff and lead teachers have been with the organization for 18–25+ years.
We take pride ensuring the highest-quality care and consistency for your children. Kiddos develop strong bonds with their teachers and support staff—and many return years later just to say hello!
We know our tuition is lower than many of our competitors—this is offered with sacrificial intention. Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible, Christ-centered childcare and early education.
Quality Distinctions
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State Licensed Certified Center with Oregon Department of Early Learning & Care (DELC)
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Voluntary participant in Oregon's Quality Rating & Improvement System SPARK Program
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Member School with the Association of Christian Schools International
At Happy Day You’ll Find…
Three distinct outdoor play areas
Individual classrooms for each age group, with additional spaces for creative expression or break-out options
Complimentary Meal Service
Did we mention we’re only closed 8 days a year?!?
Oh Happy Day!
Oh Happy Day!
