Wild Lilac

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Wild Lilac is a school alive with possibilities for learning and discovery, an inclusive community that feels warm, inviting and nurturing for your whole family. We offer high-quality care and education for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age in Southeast Portland’s Foster-Powell neighborhood.

Discovery

Wild Lilac supports students as they follow their curiosity, explore their community, build friendships and learn to resolve conflicts independently. On any given day, children might plant vegetables in the garden, sculpt with wire in the art studio, take a buggy ride to Essex Park, build a circus with blocks or bake bread with our school chef in the kitchen studio. And they’ll always eat healthy, yummy snacks and meals.

Community

This sense of community extends to moms, dads, grandparents and caretakers. Families are invited to participate in monthly events like puppet shows and sing-alongs, volunteer in the school garden or join field trips, and attend free parenting classes and get to know Wild Lilac’s caring staff through regularly scheduled conferences and daily conversation.

Inclusion

Inclusion and equity are core values of our nonprofit school. We believe that excellent early childhood education should be available to all families, and we work to make that possible through a sliding scale tuition model, extended hours and flexible policies. We are committed to anti-bias education as we strive to honor our diverse children, families, and teachers in a welcoming, respectful, and nurturing community.

Programs

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Learn more about our programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers at Wild Lilac.

Our Philosophy

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Wild Lilac’s guiding educational philosophy is inspired by a variety of approaches that share one essential value: respect for children and childhood.

Our Kitchen

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Our food and garden program nurtures our bodies, enriches our curriculum, and supports children’s connection to the natural world.

Our Staff

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Meet our staff of highly skilled educators who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and their families.

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday | 7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Contact Info

For general inquires please email: wildlilac@wildlilac.org

For enrollment information please email: enrollment@wildlilac.org

Phone: (503) 236-3240

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