Hilltop Early Learning Academy

5700 Sw Dosch Rd Portland, OR 97239
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Hilltop Early Learning Academy Photo #1 - Hilltop Early Learning Academy students participate in a variety of active, hands-on investigation and problem solving activities.
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About the School

  • At Hilltop your child's future is important to us.
  • Our preschool and kindergarten teachers are experienced experts and work with each child to inspire and encourage them to reach their potential academically, socially and spiritually.
  • Every child at Hilltop is loved and cared for in an environment that is invested in helping them become caring, thoughtful learners.They are active participants in their learning and are given time and space to construct their understanding.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1992
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies based on number of days and hours selected
Summer Program Cost
$250
Summer Program Cost Notes
Our programs are weekly camps
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School Notes

  • As an early learning academy we are academically focused and committed to a balanced approach to early literacy.We use literacy rich classrooms and a systematic approach to phonics. When a child understands and can break down and manipulate small sound units verbally, they are ready to transfer this knowledge to printed words and reading begins. Many of our students are early readers, a skill that research has shown leads to future school success.
  • In addition to encouraging early literacy, at Hilltop we are committed to developing a strong STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) foundation in our students. Using a STEAM approach in the classroom encourages development of higher-order thinking skills, which help us reason, think critically, and problem solve. These skills are encouraged in our classrooms through a variety of active, hands-on discovery, investigation and problem solving activities.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hilltop Early Learning Academy cost?
Hilltop Early Learning Academy's tuition is approximately $250 for summer students.
Does Hilltop Early Learning Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Hilltop Early Learning Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Hilltop Early Learning Academy?
The application deadline for Hilltop Early Learning Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Hilltop Early Learning Academy located?
Hilltop Early Learning Academy is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 24 other private schools located in Southwest Portland.

School Reviews

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I can`t put into words how special this school has been to our family. The facility is lovely and well taken care of but you and your staff here are absolutely incredible! It`s so lovely to feel that appreciation when you leave your babies in a place. It`s one thing to educate a child (and you do an incredible job) but it`s another to love the child that you educate! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
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The average acceptance rate in Portland, OR is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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