Friendly House Inc

Friendly house preschool provides individualized, early childhood education that focuses on each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. We provide an environment designed to support social interactions, and promote cooperation and problem-solving skills, with a focus on kindergarten readiness. It is a full-day (10-hour) educational program for children ages three to five. Children learn and play together under the supervision of experienced staff. The program offers meals and snacks during the day. (continued on schedule o)staff provide developmental screenings, assessments, and parenting support as requested or as needed. Preschool slots are available through a generous scholarship program, or on a sliding fee scale to ensure inclusion for everyone.friendly house before/after school program provides high-quality, affordable care during non-school hours (7-8am and 2:30-6:00pm, and full days on teacher in-service days). We offer generous scholarship opportunities and an affordable sliding scale for working families. After school engages children in age-appropriate enrichment activities such as art, science, homework help, sports, field trips and free-choice time. Children also have the opportunity to participate in clubs like photography, theater, gardening and music without additional cost for families. The program strives to maintain a 12:1 child to teacher ratio. After school and its qualified and dedicated staff are certified by the childcare division of oregon's department of education. It serves 1/4th of the chapman school population. During the summer months, after school becomes a summer day camp. It operates from 7am to 6pm and is replete with hands-on projects, field trips, summer crafts and sports. Scholarships are provided for qualified families.

Volunteers are a critical component of our success over the past 9+ decades, and with support from local groups and businesses, faith-based organizations, neighbors and other community members, friendly house hosts 100's of volunteers each year. They are integral to supporting older adults living independently through our friendly visitor/friendly caller programs. They serve on our board and committees, make improvements to our facilities, and support the planning and execution of our events, including our annual auction.