
Join us for our 10-Year Anniversary Open House and experience a Playgarden where childhood is honored through connection, creativity, and care.
📅 Friday, May 1st
⏰ 4:30 – 5:30pm
📍 Southeast Portland, 8722 SE 17th Ave, Portland, OR 97202
📅 Friday, May 1st ⏰ 5:30 – 6:30pm
📍 Southeast Portland, 8722 SE 17th Ave, Portland, OR 97202

Choosing childcare isn’t just about availability.
It’s about a feeling.
That quiet moment when you wonder:
Will my child feel safe here?
Will they be happy?
Will they be truly known?
At Wow & Flutterville Playgardens, we’ve spent the past 10 years creating environments where the answer to those questions is yes.
Where children are not rushed, but gently guided.
Not overlooked, but deeply seen.
Not pressured, but free to explore, create, and belong.
What makes Wow & Flutterville Different
Our Playgardens are inspired by Reggio Emilia and Waldorf philosophies—where learning begins with wonder.
We believe:
✨ Children are capable, curious, and full of potential
✨ Play is the foundation of meaningful learning
✨ Relationships are at the heart of everything we do
✨ Every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and celebrated
Here, your child will experience:
🌿 Daily outdoor time and connection to nature
🎨 Art, music, movement, and storytelling
💛 Emotional support and gentle guidance
👩🏫 Teachers who listen, observe, and truly care
Here's What Our Grown-Ups Have To Say
We cherish our community and are honored to share the voices of some of our Wow and Flutterville Parents
Explore Our Playgarden Rooms
Every space is thoughtfully designed to meet your child exactly where they are.
Magnolia Room
(6 weeks – 1 year)
A calm, nurturing environment where infants are held, soothed, and gently introduced to the world through rhythm, connection, and care.
Oak Room (1 – 2 years)
A joyful, movement-rich space where toddlers explore independence, language, and the confidence to say “I can do it.”
Cedar Room (2 – 3 years)
A place for curiosity and connection—where children begin to collaborate, express emotions, and build meaningful relationships.
Willow Room (3 – 5 years)
A creative, inspiring environment where preschoolers develop confidence, imagination, and the foundations for lifelong learning.

How to know if it's the right fit?
You’ll feel it....
When your child:
✨ Settles into play naturally
✨ Feels comfortable exploring
✨ Connects with their surroundings
And when you:
💛 Feel welcomed, not rushed
💛 See Teachers meeting children with patience
💛 Notice calm, connection, and joy

As a thank you for joining us: Families who enroll on the day receive 10% off tuition for the first 3 months
RSVP Today!
Come play, create, and imagine with us. We’d love to meet your family and show you what makes our Playgardens so special.