About
Philosophy
At Westside we offer a play based early childhood program serving children aged 3-5. Our goal is to meet the needs of each child in a positive, caring and connected environment encouraging a love of learning.
Our Program
Monday - Friday
9:00am–12:00pm (school year only)
Ages 3–5 years old
We believe in a child-centered approach focusing on the needs of the whole child including academics, social emotional, physical and character development. We offer a positive, play-based environment designed to promote creativity in a nurturing environment through individual and group activities. Throughout the year we explore different themes through music, literature, art, science, dance, creative movement and gymnastics to help our students develop classroom and interpersonal skills.
Calendar
September 3, 2025 – June 11, 2026
Westside Academy follows the Tigard School District for weather and school closures only.
Registration
Registration is open all year long. Contact the office to register or contact our Preschool Director Cara Bartel – cbartel@westsideacademy.com
Lunch Bunch
Monday - Friday
12:00pm–1:00pm (school year only)
Ages 3–5 years old
Cost $16.00 per day (drop in)
Lunch Bunch is available to all preschool students. Bring your own lunch and enjoy supervised play and open gym time! See Tuition for monthly fees per day.
Pre-registration required. There will be no account adjustments for cancellations made the day of.
Afternoon Activities
Monday - Thursday
12:00pm–3:00pm (school year only)
Ages 3–5 years old
Cost $43.00 per day (drop in)
Preschool Activity Camp is offered daily from 12:00pm - 3:00pm Mondays-Thursdays during the school year. Children stay for lunch bunch, then have two more hours of preschool fun! Afternoons include child-led play in the classroom and gym, and may include a craft, a STEM-related experiment/activity, dress-up, music and/or dance. Monthly Afternoon Camp tuition ranges from $160-$640 based on number of days attending. Cost is $43 per day for drop ins. Afternoon camp prices include Lunch Bunch. See Details & Tuition below for monthly fees per day.
Details & Tuition
September 3, 2025 - June 11, 2026
Hours:
9:00am - 12:00pm Preschool (Monday - Friday)
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch Bunch (Monday - Friday)
12:00pm - 3:00pm Afternoon Activities Camp (Monday - Thursday)
Options:
Monday - Friday (students may choose individual or multiple days a week)
Students must be 3–5 years of age to attend. Potty trained students are preferred, but we are willing to work with younger students if needed.
| Days per Week | Preschool (9-12 M-F) | Materials Fee (non-refundable) | Lunch Bunch (12-1 M-F) | Afternoon Activities (12-3 M-Th) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | $281 | $49 | $56 | $160 |
| 2 Days | $476 | $96 | $112 | $320 |
| 3 Days | $549 | $133 | $168 | $480 |
| 4 Days | $638 | $184 | $224 | $640 |
| 5 Days | $725 | $231 | $280 | N/A |
• Tuition is based on a ten month school year of ten equal payments.
• Westside follows Tigard Tualatin School District for school closures (not conference days).
• Tuition can be paid monthly via EFT or by check.
• Brand new families are required to pay an annual Membership Fee of $40 upon enrollment
• One-time material fees are due at time of registration and are non-refundable.
• Full tuition is due each month regardless of days missed.
• A 10% discount per child is given to families with multiple siblings attending preschool.
PRESCHOOL CAMPS
Events
Open House
Orientation
Tuesday September 2nd, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:30am
Meet our teachers, see the classroom then join us for open gym from 11:30-12:30. Parents must stay on site - this is not the first day of preschool.
Academy Events
Performing Arts Preschool students are invited to take part in our ongoing events including Indoor Play Park, Lunch Bunch and Parents Night Out as well as our annual Dance Performances (Spring Recital) and our Gymnastics Gym Fest event in June. Families will be communicated with via email with all updates.
