Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Early Childhood Education in Beaverton
Founded in 1973, Learning Years Day School Day School has been a trusted provider of early childhood education in Washington County. Our family-owned business was originally established by Bob and Lis Richardson, with ownership transitioning to their daughter Amy Kight and her husband John in 1998. Our three children grew up within our programs, each gaining firsthand experience through their first jobs at our schools. We maintain a strong commitment to nurturing environments that blend academic foundations with creative exploration. Our staff includes professionally trained educators with expertise in early childhood development.We serve families across multiple locations, offering programs for infants through school-age children. Our philosophy emphasizes safe, loving spaces where children develop curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. We provide transportation services to local elementary schools and maintain small class sizes for personalized attention. With over five decades of combined experience, we continue to uphold the integrity of our founding principles while adapting to modern educational needs.
Services
Infants Program
Preschool
Before & After School Care
Summer Programs
Transportation Services
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1973 with three generations of educational experience
- Professionally trained teachers specializing in early childhood development
- Small class sizes with personalized attention for each child
- Transportation services to multiple local elementary schools
- Holistic approach combining academics with creative exploration
Services
Infants Program
Our infant program provides nurturing care for children aged 6 weeks to 12 months. Certified caregivers create stimulating environments with age-appropriate activities. We focus on building trust and security while supporting developmental milestones through personalized attention.
Preschool
Preschool classes for children aged 2.5 to 5 years emphasize foundational academic skills through play-based learning. Our curriculum includes literacy, math concepts, and social development. Teachers use creative activities to foster curiosity and prepare children for kindergarten.
Before & After School Care
Comprehensive care for school-aged children includes transportation to local elementary schools. Our program offers homework support, enrichment activities, and supervised play. We serve children from kindergarten through 12 years old during school breaks and summer months.
Summer Programs
Summer programs provide structured activities for children aged 5 to 12 years. Our curriculum includes STEM projects, arts and crafts, and outdoor exploration. We maintain small group sizes with experienced staff to ensure safety and engagement throughout the summer months.
Transportation Services
We offer reliable transportation to multiple local elementary schools including Barnes, William Walker, and Orenco Elementary. Our service ensures safe travel for children aged 5 to 12 years with trained staff accompanying all routes to and from our facilities.
People
Amy Kight
Owner
Amy Kight has dedicated her career to early childhood education since joining Learning Years Day School Day School in 1973. As both former student and current owner, she brings decades of hands-on experience. Her leadership maintains the school's founding philosophy while implementing modern educational practices.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children from 6 weeks old through 12 years of age with specialized programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
Do you provide transportation to local schools?
Yes, we offer transportation services to multiple elementary schools including Barnes, William Walker, Orenco, and McKinley Elementary schools in Washington County.
What are your operating hours?
Our centers operate Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. We follow a consistent schedule across all our locations throughout the year.
Are your teachers certified?
All our educators are professionally trained in early childhood education with certifications in CPR and first aid to ensure quality care and safety.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes, we provide structured summer programs for children aged 5 to 12 years with educational activities, arts and crafts, and outdoor play opportunities.
How do you support child development?
Our curriculum combines academic foundations with creative play, focusing on social-emotional growth, cognitive development, and physical coordination through age-appropriate activities and personalized attention.
Reviews (1)
Cody McMillen Sims
Aug 29, 2013
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We sent our 1 1/2 year old and 4 year old here off and on over the years and they have always thrived and had a lot of fun. I would recommend to any one friend, or family.
