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Best Daycare Centers in Oregon City, OR

Compare 6 daycare centers in Oregon City. Average rating: 4.33/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Oregon City, Oregon at a glance

Daycares
6
Avg rating
4.33/5
Parent reviews
34
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Oregon City has 6 licensed daycares with 34 parent reviews averaging 4.33/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oregon City

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Oregon City Day School
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    19273 Molalla Ave., Oregon City, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Oregon City Day School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the staff's kindness, patience, and educational support. Parents highlight strong communication, convenient location, fair pricing, and children's happiness and engagement at the facility. One negative experience was reported regarding unhelpful phone support during initial inquiry.

    caring and patient staffpotent teaching of life skills including potty trainingstrong parent communicationconvenient location
  2. 2
    Kinger Kids Day School
    4 score
    4(20)

    14290 S Marjorie Ln, Oregon City, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Kinger Kids Day School (also referred to as Harwell School and Mari's Little Lambs in reviews) receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and dedicated teaching staff, strong communication through the ProCare app, and comprehensive curriculum that supports child development from infancy through preschool. Families report their children thrive emotionally, academically, and socially in this environment.

    Caring and attentive staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Oregon City

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Oregon City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
970456
4.33
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Oregon City (38–147 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Oregon City based on parent reviews

Oregon City Day School

4.7(7)

19273 Molalla Ave., Oregon City, OR

Oregon City Day School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the staff's kindness, patience, and educational support. Parents highlight strong communication, convenient location, fair pricing, and children's happiness and engagement at the facility. One negative experience was reported regarding unhelpful phone support during initial inquiry.

caring and patient staffpotent teaching of life skills including potty trainingstrong parent communication

Bright Minds Christian Dayschool

4.3(4)

16282 S Bradley Rd, Oregon City, OR

Several parents highlight the exceptional staff, engaging curriculum, and supportive director, noting that children enjoy attending and that the after-school care is a great fit for older kids. However, one family withdrew their children due to serious concerns regarding leadership transparency and ownership issues that conflicted with their family values.

fantastic curriculumexceptional directorgreat staff

Kinger Kids Day School

4(20)

14290 S Marjorie Ln, Oregon City, OR

Kinger Kids Day School (also referred to as Harwell School and Mari's Little Lambs in reviews) receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and dedicated teaching staff, strong communication through the ProCare app, and comprehensive curriculum that supports child development from infancy through preschool. Families report their children thrive emotionally, academically, and socially in this environment.

Caring and attentive staff

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Daycare Centers in Oregon City, Oregon

There are 6 daycare centers in Oregon City, Oregon. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Oregon City have an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.33 stars. Our analysis covers 34 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Oregon City, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Oregon City

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Oregon City Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Oregon City Day School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the staff's kindness, patience, and educational support. Parents highlight strong communication, convenient location, fair pricing, and children's happiness and engagement at the facility. One negative experience was reported regarding unhelpful phone support during initial inquiry.

caring and patient staffpotent teaching of life skills including potty trainingstrong parent communication
Address
19273 Molalla Ave., Oregon City, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bright Minds Christian Dayschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Several parents highlight the exceptional staff, engaging curriculum, and supportive director, noting that children enjoy attending and that the after-school care is a great fit for older kids. However, one family withdrew their children due to serious concerns regarding leadership transparency and ownership issues that conflicted with their family values.

fantastic curriculumexceptional directorgreat staff
Address
16282 S Bradley Rd, Oregon City, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kinger Kids Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Kinger Kids Day School (also referred to as Harwell School and Mari's Little Lambs in reviews) receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and dedicated teaching staff, strong communication through the ProCare app, and comprehensive curriculum that supports child development from infancy through preschool. Families report their children thrive emotionally, academically, and socially in this environment.

Caring and attentive staff
Address
14290 S Marjorie Ln, Oregon City, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St. John The Apostle Extended Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
516 5th St., Oregon City, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca Development Center (Clackamas Community College)
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents highlight the staff's professionalism, creativity, and genuine care for children's development, with one noting the site director's excellence. However, a separate experience describes a negative outcome involving a tuition dispute and unexpected program closure that left a family without childcare after adjusting schedules.

experienced staffprofessional carecreative environment
Address
19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Marylhurst Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1232 Linn Ave, Oregon City, OR
Phone
(503) 650-0978

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 all daycares in Oregon City, Oregon. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Oregon City have an average Google rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Oregon City, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Oregon's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Oregon)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Oregon typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Oregon City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Oregon City must be licensed by Oregon's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.