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Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, Little Nestlings is a warm, creative preschool in West Linn for children ages 3–5. Children learn through hands-on exploration, outdoor play, storytelling, expressive arts, STEAM, and meaningful social-emotional skill building.
Little Nestlings Early Learning Center, A Reggio Emilia-Inspired Preschool in West Linn, Oregon.
Our program supports creativity, confidence, independence, social-emotional growth, and meaningful relationships through hands-on learning.
Who we are
Our nurturing preschool environment is designed with children’s well-being, curiosity, and social-emotional growth in mind. Little Nestlings was created to offer families in West Linn a thoughtful early learning experience where children feel safe, seen, and supported as they explore, create, connect, and grow.
What We Believe In
At Little Nestlings, we embrace the Reggio Emilia philosophy and view children as competent, curious, capable learners. Our environment acts as a third teacher, inviting children to explore, collaborate, express their ideas, and build confidence through meaningful hands-on experiences.
We also give daily attention to social-emotional skills, helping children practice connection, problem-solving, communication, emotional regulation, and care for their classroom community.
OUR PROGRAM
Every part of our preschool program is designed to support creativity, critical thinking, social-emotional growth, and joy in learning.
STEAM
Our STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) program inspires curiosity and creativity while helping children explore how things work. It encourages innovation and critical thinking from the earliest years.
ASL
Our American Sign Language (ASL) program fosters inclusivity, empathy, and cognitive growth. Children learn expressive communication skills that strengthen confidence and connection with others.
Outdoor Learning
Our Outdoor Learning program encourages hands-on discovery and exploration in nature. Each day outside nurtures curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving while fostering a lasting love for the environment.
Why Choose Us
Our preschool program in West Linn is not just about teaching. It is about creating a community where children, families, and educators collaborate on a journey of discovery, connection, and growth. Through thoughtful teaching, nature-focused learning, creative expression, and daily social-emotional skill building, Little Nestlings helps children build the confidence, independence, and relationships that support lifelong learning.
Testimonials
“My active and curious little 3-year-old looks forward to going to school every day where he is provided with new activities, opportunities to be creative, and time outside where he can both play and learn about the outside world.”
Carissa Ponting
“The school strikes the perfect balance between fun and structure, with a strong focus on exploration that allows kids to learn through discovery and play.”
Emily Wale
“Ms. Colleen is a wonderful teacher who meets the children at their level and makes them feel comfortable and seen.”
Paige DeLap
“Ms. Colleen is clearly very passionate about what she does, and my daughter just adores her.”
Jessica Goodrich
“Ms. Colleen is a wonderful teacher who meets the children at their level and makes them feel comfortable and seen.”
Paige DeLap
“Ms. Colleen is clearly very passionate about what she does, and my daughter just adores her.”
Jessica Goodrich
Ready to choose a summer camp?
Explore the camp themes above, then complete registration through Little Nestlings. Families may choose one week or both weeks for most camp themes, with half-day and full-day options available.
Join Our Circle
of Curious Minds
Visit Little Nestlings, a Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool in West Linn for children ages 3–5. During your tour, you’ll see how our nurturing environment supports curiosity, creativity, social-emotional growth, outdoor exploration, and meaningful relationships.