Pine Street
1111 SE Pine Street, Portland, OR 97214
(503)282-2091
laralei.vanderputtenkane.ev@gmail.com
Mon to Fri : 8:00am-5:30pm
our Pine Street
location
our Pine Street Location
In the heart of the Central Eastside, this location is just blocks from Buckman School. In operation at this location since 2010, we serve children ages 6 months to 5 years.
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Infant to Toddler
Pine Street Programs
Infants
Wobblers
Toddlers
Infants
Infants
In our Infant Classes, we understand the unique needs of our youngest learners. Our classroom model is designed to ensure that each infant receives ample individual attention. With small class sizes, two dedicated teachers, and additional support staff, we create a nurturing, home-like environment. Our goal is to meet the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual needs of each infant through a blend of quiet and active exploration spaces. We focus on creating loving and respectful relationships that mirror the care they receive at home, fostering a sense of family and belonging.
What’s included:
- 6 months at the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio is 3 children to 1 adult
Please contact the site director to determine rates and availability for adding half or full days.
Also, the names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class.
5 days
4 days
3 days – mWF
2 days – T, TH
full day
$1,950
$1,750
$1,550
$1,350
half day
$1,650
$1,450
$1,250
$1,050
Wobblers
Wobblers
Our Wobbler Classes cater to children who are just beginning to walk and explore their world more independently. We maintain small class sizes with two teachers and support staff to provide the necessary attention and care. Our environment is designed to support the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of wobblers, offering spaces for both quiet reflection and active play. We emphasize creating strong, loving relationships with each child, aiming to extend the warmth and respect they experience at home. This helps us build a close-knit community where each child feels secure and valued.
What’s Included:
- 16 months at the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio is 4 children to 1 adult
- Walking
- One nap a day
Please contact the site director to determine rates and availability for adding half or full days.
Also, the names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class.
5 days
4 days
3 days – MWF
2 days – T, TH
full day
$1,950
$1,750
$1,550
$1,350
half day
$1,650
$1,450
$1,250
$1,050
Wobblers
Sapitos
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Whats included
- 16 months at the start of the school session
- Ratio 4 children to 1 adult
- Walking
- One nap a day
The names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class
5 days
4 days
3 days – mWF
2 days – TTH
full day
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
half day
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
Toddlers
toddlers
In our Toddler Classes, we recognize the growing independence and curiosity of children aged two to three years. Our small class sizes, with two teachers and additional support, ensure that each toddler’s needs are met in a caring, structured environment. We provide a balance of quiet areas and active play spaces, fostering the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each child. Our approach centers on forming deep, lasting relationships with our toddlers, akin to the love and respect they receive from their families. This nurturing environment helps toddlers thrive and feel like a part of our extended Escuela Viva family.
What’s Included:
- 24 months at the start of the school session
- Actively learning preschool skills
- Beginning to work on toileting skills
- Starting to put on shoes/pants/coats independently
- Using words to communicate
- Building relationships, social skills and larger group (community) skills
- Child to teacher ratio is 5 children to 1 adult
Please contact the site director to determine rates and availability for adding half or full days.
Also, the names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class.
5 days
4 days
3 days – mWF
2 days – T, TH
full day
$1,800
$1,600
$1,400
$1,250
half day
$1,500
$1,300
$1,100
$900
toddlers
Conejitos
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Whats included
- 24 months at the start of the school session
- Actively learning preschool skills
- Beginning to work on toileting skills
- Starting to put on shoes/pants/coats independently
- Using words to communicate
- Building relationships, social skills and larger group (community) skills.
- Ratio 5 children to 1 adult
The names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class
5 days
4 days
3 days – mWF
2 days – TTH
full day
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
half day
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
Due to high demand and a robust waitlist, we are not offering tours unless we are able to offer your family a spot in our program. We do send updates to our waitlist several times a month to keep you updated. Additionally, the childcare industry, in general, is struggling with hiring. We are currently putting enrollment on hold while we focus on staff retention and hiring. We appreciate your understanding.
Infant to Toddler
Pine Street Programs
Infants
In our Infant Classes, we understand the unique needs of our youngest learners. Our classroom model is designed to ensure that each infant receives ample individual attention. With small class sizes, two dedicated teachers, and additional support staff, we create a nurturing, home-like environment. Our goal is to meet the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual needs of each infant through a blend of quiet and active exploration spaces. We focus on creating loving and respectful relationships that mirror the care they receive at home, fostering a sense of family and belonging.
What’s Included:
- 6 months at the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio is 3 children to 1 adult
Please contact the site director to determine rates and availability for adding half or full days.
Also, the names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class.
full day
half day
$1,950
5 days
$1,650
5 days
$1,750
4 days
$1,450
4 days
$1,550
3 days – MWF
$1,250
3 days – MWF
$1,350
2 days – T, TH
$1,050
2 days – T, TH
Wobblers
Our Wobbler Classes cater to children who are just beginning to walk and explore their world more independently. We maintain small class sizes with two teachers and support staff to provide the necessary attention and care. Our environment is designed to support the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of wobblers, offering spaces for both quiet reflection and active play. We emphasize creating strong, loving relationships with each child, aiming to extend the warmth and respect they experience at home. This helps us build a close-knit community where each child feels secure and valued.
What’s Included:
- 16 months at the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio is 4 children to 1 adult
- Walking
- One nap a day
Please contact the site director to determine rates and availability for adding half or full days.
Also, the names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class.
full day
half day
$1,950
5 days
$1,650
5 days
$1,750
4 days
$1,450
4 days
$1,550
3 days – MWF
$1,250
3 days – MWF
$1,350
2 days – T, TH
$1,050
2 days – T, TH
Toddlers
In our Toddler Classes, we recognize the growing independence and curiosity of children aged two to three years. Our small class sizes, with two teachers and additional support, ensure that each toddler’s needs are met in a caring, structured environment. We provide a balance of quiet areas and active play spaces, fostering the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each child. Our approach centers on forming deep, lasting relationships with our toddlers, akin to the love and respect they receive from their families. This nurturing environment helps toddlers thrive and feel like a part of our extended Escuela Viva family.
What’s Included:
- 24 months at the start of the school session
- Actively learning preschool skills
- Beginning to work on toileting skills
- Starting to put on shoes/pants/coats independently
- Using words to communicate
- Building relationships, social skills and larger group (community) skills.
- Child to teacher ratio is 5 children to 1 adult
Please contact the site director to determine rates and availability for adding half or full days.
Also, the names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class.
full day
half day
$1,800
5 days
$1,500
5 days
$1,600
4 days
$1,300
4 days
$1,400
3 days – MWF
$1,100
3 days – MWF
$1,250
2 days – T, TH
$900
2 days – T, TH
Due to high demand and a robust waitlist, we are not offering tours unless we are able to offer your family a spot in our program. We do send updates to our waitlist several times a month to keep you updated. Additionally, the childcare industry, in general, is struggling with hiring. We are currently putting enrollment on hold while we focus on staff retention and hiring. We appreciate your understanding.
Early Preschool to Pre-Kindergarten
Pine Street Programs
Early Preschool
Preschool
Pre-Kindergarten
Early Preschool
Early Preschool
Our Early Preschool classes are designed to support children as they transition into more structured learning environments. We provide a nurturing space where young learners can explore, grow, and develop essential skills. With a low student-to-teacher ratio, we ensure each child receives the attention and support they need.
What’s Included:
- 30 months at the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio is 5 children to 1 adult (group size 10)
This group is actively working on:
- Toileting Skills
- Actively practicing self dressing skills (put on shoes/pants/coats independently)
- Using words to communicate and express feelings
- Building relationships, social skills and larger group (community) skills.
Please contact the site director to determine rates and availability for adding half or full days.
Also, the names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class.
5 days
4 days
3 days – mWF
2 days – T, TH
full day
$1,800
$1,600
$1,400
$1,250
half day
$1,500
$1,300
$1,100
$900
Preschool
preschool
Our Preschool classes are tailored for children who have mastered foundational preschool skills and are ready for more advanced learning. We focus on fostering independence, confidence, and community involvement in a supportive and stimulating environment.
What’s Included:
- 36 months or older by the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio is 10 children to 1 adult
Preschool For All Enrollment Only.
Please contact the site director to determine availability for adding half or full days.
5 days
4 days
3 days – mWF
2 days – T, TH
full day
PFA
PFA
PFA
PFA
half day
PFA
PFA
PFA
PFA
preschool
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Whats included
- 30 months at the start of the school session
- Ratio 10 children to 1 adult
- All must have mastered preschool skills
- Diaper free and confident with toileting skills
- Shoes/pants/coats independently
- Using words to communicate
- Actively participant in larger group (community) activities
Preschool
Preschool For All Enrollment Only
(35 months or younger at the start of the school session)
Ratio 10 children to 1 adult
5 days
4 days
3 days – mWF
2 days – TTH
full day
PFA
PFA
PFA
PFA
half day
PFA
PFA
PFA
PFA
Pre-Kindergarten
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-Kindergarten classes are designed to prepare children for the transition to kindergarten. We focus on developing academic readiness, social skills, and emotional resilience in a structured and engaging environment. Our low student-to-teacher ratio ensures that each child receives the support and attention needed for success.
What’s Included:
- 48 months or older at the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio is 10 children to 1 teacher
Preschool For All Enrollment Only.
Please contact the site director to determine availability for adding half or full days.
5 days
4 days
3 days – MWF
2 days – T, TH
Full Day
PFA
PFA
PFA
PFA
Half Day
PFA
PFA
PFA
PFA
preschool
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Whats included
- 48 months at the start of the school session
- Pre-k student to teacher ratio is 10 students to 1 teacher.
- All of our programs are located at 1111 SE Pine Street!
- We offer half day (8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) and full day programs (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
Preschool-Pre-K
Preschool For All Enrollment Only (36 months or older at the start of the school session)
Ratio 10 children to 1 adult
5 days
4 days
3 days – mWF
2 days – TTH
full day
PFA
PFA
PFA
PFA
half day
PFA
PFA
PFA
PFA
Early Preschool to Pre-Kindergarten
Pine Street Programs
Early Preschool
Our Early Preschool classes are designed to support children as they transition into more structured learning environments. We provide a nurturing space where young learners can explore, grow, and develop essential skills. With a low student-to-teacher ratio, we ensure each child receives the attention and support they need.
What’s Included:
- 30 months or older at the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio 5 children to 1 adult (group size 10)
This group is actively working on:
- Toileting Skills
- Actively practicing self dressing skills (put on shoes/pants/coats independently)
- Using words to communicate and express feelings
- Building relationships, social skills and larger group (community) skills.
Please contact the site director to determine rates and availability for adding half or full days.
Also, the names of the classrooms may change, so please plan tuition based on your child’s age, not the name of the class.
full day
half day
$1,800
5 days
$1,500
5 days
$1,600
4 days
$1,300
4 days
$1,400
3 days – MWF
$1,100
3 days – MWF
$1,250
2 days – T, TH
$900
2 days – T, TH
Preschool
Our Preschool classes are tailored for children who have mastered foundational preschool skills and are ready for more advanced learning. We focus on fostering independence, confidence, and community involvement in a supportive and stimulating environment.
What’s Included:
- 36 months or older at the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio is 10 children to 1 adult
Preschool For All Enrollment Only.
Please contact the site director to determine availability for adding half or full days.
full day
half day
PFA
5 days
PFA
5 days
PFA
4 days
PFA
4 days
PFA
3 days – MWF
PFA
3 days – MWF
PFA
2 days – T, TH
PFA
2 days – T, TH
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-Kindergarten classes are designed to prepare children for the transition to kindergarten. We focus on developing academic readiness, social skills, and emotional resilience in a structured and engaging environment. Our low student-to-teacher ratio ensures that each child receives the support and attention needed for success.
What’s Included:
- 48 months or older at the start of the school session
- Child to teacher ratio is 10 children to 1 teacher
Preschool For All Enrollment Only.
Please contact the site director to determine availability for adding half or full days.
full day
half day
PFA
5 days
PFA
5 days
PFA
4 days
PFA
4 days
PFA
3 days – MWF
PFA
3 days – MWF
PFA
2 days – T, TH
PFA
2 days – T, TH
Our Pine Street Staff
Laralei Vander Putten-Kane
Site Director - Laralei has been with the Escuala Viva family almost since its inception. First as a parent, then a volunteer, a teacher and finally as a director. Her experience in all aspects of the school has given her a great opportunity to experience the ins and outs of being part of a loving community. Both her children, son Oliver and daughter Logan began their experience back in 2004 with Escuela Viva and are now both living and working here in Portland where they continue to share stories of the fun they had and the things they learned. Laralei enjoys the current role she plays in the Escuela Viva community as the director, and auxiliary support for the teachers and children. She has been a long time resident of the Cathedral Park neighborhood where she shares a home with her husband Kevin and their numerous small creatures. She loves to go on adventures, spend time with friends and family, dance, dine out and play. She enjoys every minute - rain or shine.
Lexie Gordon
I am so excited to join the Escuela Viva community at the SE location. I grew up in Portland and pursued an education at the University of Oregon with a B.S. in Educational Foundations. While attending school, I was also a student teacher at the child development center on campus, where I worked with children ages six months to 6 years old and quickly fell in love with Early Childhood Education.
Maria Ramirez-Campos
Hola! My Name is Maria & I have been working at Escuela Viva since 2019. I started as a substitute at Escuela Viva and sub at other schools in the Portland area, like Wild Lilac & In a Child’s Path. By 2020 I started to co-teach the Sapitos classroom (1-2 y/o’s) and by 2022 I moved into the Tortuguitas classroom. I am now a head teacher for not only the Tortuguitas but also the Estrellitas. I also help with the hiring process, orientation, training and staff development. One of the main reasons I love Escuela Viva is because I get to speak/teach my first language, Spanish. It is quite a privilege to be able to pass down the language my parents have taught me. I was born and raised in Portland but I travel often to Mexico to visit mi familia. I am a mother of an 11 y/o. I believe children are capable of doing anything with lots of love, compassion & support. It truly takes a village to raise a kid. <3 🙂
Tammy Hamamoto
My name is Tammy (they/them), and I am excited to be a part of the Escuela Viva community. After a childhood spent in Los Angeles, I moved to San Francisco for school where I studied Child and Adolescent Development, as well as Art and Gender Studies. I got my first job in preschool at 18 years old, and after over a decade later, I still cannot think of a better place to be! I love sharing space with young people, and learning (and unlearning) alongside them. Community is very important to me, and I dedicate a lot of my energy towards building an intentional community filled with warmth, authenticity, and respect. When not working, I organize with the Portland Childcare Collective, as well as local groups supporting Reproductive Justice . I also love to spend time creating art, harvesting food at the coast with my partner, cooking for friends, and growing food in my garden.
Isaac Mendoza
Hello, my name is Isaac Mendoza and my cultural background is Latino. I lived in New Mexico with my mom and dad who are bilingual. I wanted to work with children ever since I realized how much fun it was when I was helping my high school soccer coach in his special education classroom.
Jasmin Castro
Hi, my name is Jasmin. I’m from Portland and live with my sister helping her raise my nephew. In my free time, I like to spend time with my nephew and dog (Luna) and we go on walks. I enjoy meeting new people and having good conversations. I also really enjoy eating out and Latin music. I speak both Spanish and English. I went to school in Mexico when I was younger and I visit there often.
Mayah Garcia
Hello! My name is Mayah and I am a substitute here at Escuela Viva. I have been volunteering at Escuela Viva since I was 14 years old and attended here as a child. I have been surrounded by Spanish since I was a baby, Escuela Viva was a large part of that. I took Spanish beginning in middle school and high school.
Logan Borg
Hola, gansos tontos! It is my honor to introduce myself to you all. I was born in Portland, OR, and I enjoy doing art and writing. I love doing crafts and listening to music with the kids, and it has truly been one of my biggest joys and privileges over time to see so many young superheroes grow older and wiser. I am so excited to continue my journey here with you all. I have been with Escuela Viva as an employee since I was 14, along with my mother Laralei. I am also a former student of the school. I have the utmost faith in this community and its founder, along with the many supportive people who helped create where we stand today. I have been working with kids since I was in middle school, and it is absolutely a joy to continue doing so. I look forward to meeting you all. <3
Sierra Boyne
Hello! My name is Sierra Boyne and I have worked with children since I was in high school, totaling 8 years so far. I value play based learning and giving children a strong sense of autonomy. In my free time I love gardening, biking, fish keeping, and reading! I can’t wait to get to know you and your kiddos!
Sofia Hopkins
Sophia was raised in Oregon. She has wanted to work with children ever since her junior year in high school. Through volunteer work with kindergarteners and babysitting for neighbors, she realized that she wanted to spend her life helping children grow into their best selves. Sophia is currently in college studying for her degree in early childhood education. This has furthered her experience and broadened her knowledge of not only the minds and will of young children but also the safety and caretaking necessary for raising them. Her goal is to become a teacher someday and to have a classroom of her own. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, forest viewpoints and picnics. She has grown up in southeast Portland her entire life and she now resides there in an apartment with her bunny and two geckos.
Alesa Pritchett
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Ashley Santos
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Carter Gubbins
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DerlinBriseno
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Hannah Crenshaw
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Jennica Onstot
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Lyndsay Fuller
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Maria del Carmen Mandujano Torrez
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Lupe Arroyo
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Maria Gutierrez
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Mirian Carrera-Ventura
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Olivia McNorton
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Paige Chew
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Samantha Alvarez
Hello! My name is Samantha (she/her). I am the head teacher for the Cachorros and Sapitos classrooms. I have a little over nine years of experience working in both home daycares and centers, with the majority of my work being with infants and toddlers. I spent a lot of time volunteering in classrooms/centers as a teen, which sparked my love for teaching. I love working with infants because there is so much growth in such a short time, and every day holds so much joy. I graduated from Portland State University with a Bachelor's in psychology and a minor in child/family studies. I am excited to provide a safe space to encourage all areas of development in each child. I am originally from Southern California, but have called Portland my home since I was eight years old. Outside of work, I enjoy doing jigsaw puzzles, swimming, and spending time with family and friends.
Teresa Sanchez
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Ronnie Lazaro
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Wendy Kurinzi
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Yajaira Norato Orozco
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Angie Garcia, MSW
Hola, my name is Angie Garcia and I am the owner of Escuela Viva. I was born and raised in Oregon and I am the proud granddaughter of migrant workers from Fabens, Texas. My grandparents instilled in me the value of hard work and the importance of getting an education - which is how I landed here!
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