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Safari Kid Cedar Mill
  • Today's Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Safari Kid Cedar Mill
    • Monday
      7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Tuesday
      7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Wednesday
      7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Thursday
      7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Friday
      7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
1045 NW 123rd Avenue Portland, OR 97229
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Finding a Preschool Home Base in Cedar Mill and the West Side

West-side Portland living has its own rhythm, weaving along Cornell Road or catching Highway 26 into the city, balancing work with school pickups, and still hoping to squeeze in family time before bed. Parents in this corner of Washington County need a preschool that fits that rhythm rather than complicating it.

Safari Kid Cedar Mill gives Cedar Mill families and neighbors across the west side a preschool program that pairs structured early learning with open-ended play, helping kids build the social and thinking skills they'll lean on for years.

Ready to see our preschool program in Cedar Mill in action? Book a campus tour and meet our teaching team.

West-Side Portland Neighborhoods We Support

Located on NW 123rd Avenue, our Cedar Mill campus is easy to reach for families throughout the northwest side of the metro area, keeping drop-off and pick-up simple even on tight mornings.

Many of the children in our classrooms come from just outside Cedar Mill, drawn by our age-based classroom groupings, adaptable schedules, and teachers who stay with their students year over year.

Families regularly travel to us from these nearby communities:

  • Cedar Mill
  • Bethany
  • Beaverton
  • Rock Creek
  • Northwest Portland
  • Sylvan-Highlands

Covering this stretch of the west side lets parents commute with less worry, knowing their child has a steady, familiar place to land each day.

Discover The Difference Safari Kid nurtures every aspect of your child’s development.
  • Cognitive

    We encourage curiousity and a love for learning that inspires children to explore and discover.

  • Social

    Children learn vital social skills through activities that emphasize cooperation and sharing.

  • Language & Literacy

    Communication skills are developed through interactive and engaging activities.

  • Physical

    We ensure children build strong, healthy bodies while fostering a love for movement.

  • Emotional

    Our approach to emotional learning helps children recognize, express, and manage feelings.

  • Health & Care

    Children learn to recognize and attend to their own needs, those of others, and the environment.

Empowering Bright Futures Cultivating Curiosity, Confidence, and Lifelong Learning
  • Whole Child Development
    We nurture academic, social, emotional, and physical development through play.
  • Cutting-Edge Curriculum
    Research-backed education provides
an invaluable headstart.
  • Welcoming Environment
    Thoughtfully designed facilities foster curiosity, safety, and rich learning.
Safari Kid Milestones
  • 2005
    The first Safari Kid Launches
in Newark, CA
  • 2007
    Safari Kid’s Eclectic Philosohpy is Introduced
  • 2008
    The Proprietary
Booklet System
is Released
  • 2009
    After-School
Programs & Summer Camp Launch
  • 2011
    The Safari Kid Toddler Program is Launched
  • 2014
    The Safari Kid Infant Program is Launched
  • 2015
    Environmental Guidelines Are Developed
  • 2020
    The Kindergarten Program is Launched
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Our Approach to Early Childhood Education in Cedar Mill

Supporting local families is about consistency, not just curriculum. Safari Kid Cedar Mill stays connected with nearby elementary schools, so moving from preschool into transitional kindergarten or kindergarten doesn't catch anyone off guard.

Every child grows at a different pace, and work schedules rarely stay the same for long, so our preschool in Cedar Mill leans on honest updates, flexible enrollment options, and a mix of outdoor play, art, and foundational academics. It's a day built around letting kids explore while still gaining the skills they'll need going forward.

Reach out to our Cedar Mill team to discuss which of our early childhood education programs best fit your family.

2025 Weekly Themes

What Parents Are Saying
    School environment is exceptional. Very colorful, bright, and playful environment, which attracts children’s attention.
    Katie LO
    The dedicated staff at Safari Kids create a nurturing and stimulating environment, making it a perfect place for early childhood development.
    Sushma Venkatayogi
    I would recommend safari kid to anyone looking for a great experience.
    Jill Turek
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Safari Kid Offers a Safe & Welcoming Environment

At Safari Kid, the environment plays a crucial role in the learning process, influenced by the renowned Reggio Emilia philosophy, which considers the environment as the “third teacher.” They’re crafted to inspire exploration, discovery, and the joy of learning. Key elements of our environment include

  • Sparkling clean, modern facilities maintained with meticulous care
  • Thoughtfully organized and modern spaces that encourage your child’s natural curiosity
  • Engaging indoor and outdoor spaces designed for safe, active play

Where your child spends their day matters! Our facilities are designed to provide a safe, healthy, and welcoming space for children to learn and grow.

Wondering where to start? Explore our early child education programs to learn more about specific age groups and curriculum options. You can also contact us online to find out more!

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