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Little Stars Montessori

5.0(8)

#3 of 16 in Portland

3258 NW 185th Ave, Portland, Oregon OR 97229

Rating Average star rating and review count.Source: Google

5.0 (8)

This school

5.0★

Portland avg

4.9★

Oregon avg

4.8★

More reviewed than 86% of Montessori listings in Portland.

About

Little Stars Montessori is a Montessori school located in Portland, Oregon.

Tuition & Programs

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Is this an accredited Montessori school?

No accreditation or membership from a recognized Montessori body (AMI, AMS, or Montessori Canada) is on file for this listing. Because "Montessori" isn't a protected trademark in the US or Canada — a 1967 USPTO ruling put the term in the public domain — any school can use the name regardless of how closely it follows the method. That doesn't mean this school isn't authentically Montessori; it means accreditation status isn't the way to check here. Ask the school directly about their teacher training (look for AMI or AMS-trained staff) and ask to observe a classroom work cycle.

Accreditation is not the same as an operating licence. A provincial/state child care licence or private school registration only confirms a school is legally allowed to operate — it says nothing about whether the teaching method is Montessori.

Teacher credentials matter too. Ask how many lead teachers hold AMI, AMS, or MACTE-accredited teacher training — a strong signal independent of the school's own accreditation status.

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Location

3258 NW 185th Ave, Portland, Oregon OR 97229

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Reviews

Parents consistently praise Little Stars for its caring, attentive teachers who foster strong academic growth and emotional development. The school emphasizes a well-balanced curriculum combining learning with play, maintains regular parent communication, and provides access to outdoor facilities. Children reportedly develop confidence, critical thinking skills, and enthusiasm for learning.