Payton Meisner, Center Director
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Open:
Elementary Schools Bussed To:
Beaver Acres, Elmonica, McKinley (ask for details)
Our center is accredited by NAEYC.
Welcome to Baseline KinderCare
Welcome to Baseline KinderCare, conveniently located between Hillsboro and Beaverton, Oregon! We provide warm, welcoming, and supportive classrooms for children of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences. Our program prepares children for success in school and builds confidence for life by focusing on their social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. It's our mission from the moment you walk into our center that you feel welcomed and a part of our KinderCare family!
Meet Payton Meisner, Our Center Director
At KinderCare Since: 2019
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Bachelor’s Degree in Multidisciplinary Studies
Favorite Children's Book: Magic Treehouse Series
Meet Payton Meisner! She is the Center Director at Baseline KinderCare in Beaverton, Oregon. Payton attended Eastern Oregon University, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. She is currently working towards a Child Development Associate credential. She has been with KinderCare since 2019 and was a manager before that. Outside of work, hiking, long-distance running, and spending time with her family and dogs. "Every student can learn, just not on the same day, or the same way." - George Evans
AMERICA’S MOST ACCREDITED
We’re so proud!
Nationally only 10% of daycares are accredited - nearly 100% of our learning centers are. That’s a big difference, and that means KinderCare kids are getting the very best. Here’s why.
SCHOOL-READY
What Learning Looks Like
Our talented early-childhood teachers set kids down the path toward becoming lifelong learners in a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
Baseline KinderCare Programs
Infant Programs (6 weeks-1 year)
Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step. Everyone at our centers—most importantly, our naturally gifted infant teachers—will work with you to make sure the transition goes smoothly. When you step into our infant classroom, you’ll see how much we want your infant to feel safe, loved, and ready to explore their world.
Toddler Programs (1-2 Years)
Everything in our toddler classroom is designed for little explorers. That’s because a lot is going on at this age. When your child is wandering all over the place, that means they’re learning and discovering new things every day. We’ll help them explore their interests (and find new ones!) as they play and learn.
Discovery Preschool Programs (2-3 Years)
This age is filled with so much wonder and curiosity. That’s why we offer a ton of books and toys and bring artwork down to kids eye level. Children in discovery preschool also begin to learn how we all work together in a classroom. Simple math and science, pretend play, and group play help them get used to a more structured school setting.
Preschool Programs (3-4 Years)
This age is all about expression, when kids really start to form their own ideas about what they want to play and how they want to create. Every day in our preschool classroom, your child will explore science experiments, create artwork, and play pretend—all the skills needed for their big next step: kindergarten!
Prekindergarten Programs (4-5 Years)
When you walk into one of our pre-K classrooms, you’ll see artwork and writing displayed around the room. Labels are everywhere to help kids connect letters with words. You’ll also see pictures on the walls that reflect the families in our community. Your child will also deepen their knowledge in language, math, science, Spanish, and social skills.
Kindergarten Programs (5-6 Years)
Welcome to kindergarten: the gateway to grade school and everything that comes next! Offered in select centers, our kindergarten programs have small class sizes and curriculums that mix learning and fun. The basic building blocks of reading, writing, math, and science are key in kindergarten, so we make sure they get lots of practice in all of these areas.
Before- and After-School Programs (5-12 Years)
You can count on us to provide reliable care for your school-ager while you’re at work, with safe transportation from our center to your child’s school and back! Whether your child wants to start a drama club, build a volcano, or create a comic book, they will have a place to follow their dreams. Your child will start and end the day with a whole lot of fun!
School Break Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Winter break, spring break, summer break—when school’s out (but you still need to work), you can count on KinderCare to provide a safe and supportive learning environment that’s focused on fun. We welcome children ages 5-12 during school break times and make sure they have a sensational, screen-free experience they won’t forget.
Learning Adventures - Enrichment Program
Cooking Academy™ (3-12 Years)
In Cooking Academy, kids learn new recipes from cultures around the world and develop a healthy relationship with food. They’ll whip up everything from Southwest rainbow lettuce wraps to pumpkin muffins, building their skills in STEM, communication, and more along the way. And yes—little chefs get to eat their culinary creations!
Music Explorers™ (2-4 Years)
KinderCare families are already giving a standing ovation to our newest Learning Adventures program: Music Explorers! Kids will learn to sing, move, listen, play instruments, and even create their own tunes. Our original curriculum blends math, science, social studies, literacy, and mindfulness (think yoga!) for a uniquely KinderCare way of learning the foundations of music.
Phonics Adventures® (2-4 Years)
Learning how to read is a whole lot of fun at KinderCare! We help kids grow to love books and words (and get ready for kindergarten) in our Phonics Adventures program. From discovering the basics of vowels to practicing poetry, kids learn all about letters and sounds in small-group lessons made just for their age group. (Bonus: Kids who attend our phonics program are more prepared than their peers for school—and we have the data to prove it.)
Spanish
Spanish Adventures provides young learners with a foundation for later success with the Spanish language. Music, games, children's Spanish literature, and other tools give children multiple opportunities to hear, practice, and see Spanish language to develop vocabulary and conversation skills. Curriculum includes lessons on greetings, numbers, colors, animals, family, body parts, and pets, as well as how to engage conversationally during common scenarios at home, a restaurant, or at the zoo.
Our Teachers
We're the only company in early childhood education to select teachers based on natural talent. Being a great educator isn't enough though. KinderCare teachers are also amazing listeners, nurturers, boo-boo fixers, and smile-makers. Put more simply, we love our teachers and your child will, too.
Meet just a few of our amazing KinderCare teachers!
A KINDERCARE TEACHER WITH
An Artist's Heart
"My classroom is full of art!” says Mary Annthipie-Bane, an award-winning early childhood educator at KinderCare. Art and creative expression, she says, help children discover who they really are.
We put our best-in-class teachers in a best-in-class workplace. We're so proud to have been named one of Gallup's 37 winners of the Great Workplace Award. When you put great teachers in an engaging center, your children will experience an amazing place to learn and grow.
Family Stories
Don't take our word for it. Hear what our families have to say about our amazing center!
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Both my children started KinderCare at the age of five months. The oldest is now 32 months and my youngest is ten months old. We still LOVE it! The teachers there are so loving and caring. I would highly recommend this KinderCare to anyone. The Center Director and Assistant Director are very dynamic. They know all the children very well and pop into every room. I appreciate that they always handle all situations with a smile on their face. Every child feels like they are cared for. The Infant teacher has been there for over eight years and attends to each child like they were her own. We have seen new teachers come in, just as adoring and dedicated, which is a testament to the Director's hiring skills. My oldest knows all her letters and can count to 20! They have taught my girls so many things. As an elementary classroom teacher, I know a great learning environment when I see one.
”Molly N. - KinderCare Parent
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Thanks to the Baseline Kindercare staff for the excellent care they provide. We have always felt our child is safe and well cared for, but most of all we appreciate that our child always feels welcomed, valued and loved. The Director and Assistant Director are always available for questions and also just to let us know whats going on day to day. The activities provided by the teachers are stimulating and educational as well as allowing the children to play and develop alongside their peers. Our families love receiving daily photos of whats going on in class each day. We have also seen how hard all the staff is working to implement new procedures like health checks and extra cleaning to help make sure our kids stay healthy and are able to continue attending daycare. We can't say enough how much we value and trust the teachers and how much our child thrives under the care and education he receives.
”Meredith K. - KinderCare Parent
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Our daughter has been at Baseline Kindercare since she was 6 months old. The teachers are so caring, and it has been great to see our daughter grow from an infant to a toddler and beyond in their care. Even as an infant, they would do small activities with the kids, and now that my daughter is in discovery preschool, the curriculum is really fun for her and for us. During the pandemic, our center had to close early on, but when they reopened, they had all the precautions in place that keep the kids safe and help me feel confident in placing my daughter under their care. The teachers have been great about posting photos in the app to keep us in the loop about what the kids are doing, especially since we cannot go into the center currently. Elidia and Priscilla, the center directors, are great at communicating with us during drop-off and pick-up.
”Beth M - KinderCare Parent
Who Are KinderCare Families?
They hail from hundreds of cities across the country from countless backgrounds, and proudly represent every walk in life. What our families have in common, though, is the want to give their children the best start in life. We are so proud to be their partner in parenting.
Hear from just a few of our amazing KinderCare families.
A Globe-Trotting Family Finds A
Home in Houston
Four young children, four different passports, two languages, two full-time jobs…oh, and a few triathlons thrown in for good measure. Meet the globe-trotting Colettas—a family on the go.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What accreditations does KinderCare have?
We are your trusted caregiver. Our centers are state-licensed and regularly inspected to make sure everything meets or exceeds standards, including child-to-teacher ratios and safe facilities. Our centers aren’t just licensed—most are accredited, too! Find out more.
Do you offer part-time schedules at Baseline KinderCare?
Everybody’s schedule is different. We’re happy to offer quality, affordable part-time and full-time childcare. Drop-in care may also be available. Reach out to your Center Director to learn more.
How does naptime work at Baseline KinderCare?
Our teachers meet every child’s needs during naptime. Our teachers know how to get babies to nap. In fact, they are pros at getting children of any age to nap. Visit our article on "10 Ways We Help Kids Get a Great Daycare Nap" to learn more.
Do you support alternative diets?
We strive to be as inclusive as possible. To that point, we provide a vegetarian option at mealtime, take care to not serve common allergens and can adapt menus based on your child’s food sensitivities. If your child has additional needs, we’ll work with you to figure out a plan.
Are meals included in tuition? Can I choose to send my child with lunch?
We provide nutritious meals and snacks developed by a registered dietician to meet the needs of rapidly growing bodies and minds. If your child has special dietary requirements and you would prefer to bring in their lunch, please make arrangements with the center director.
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Every child begins toilet learning at a different age. Until your child shows an interest in toilet learning, we’ll provide diaper changes on an as-needed basis. When your child shows an interest, we'll discuss how to work together to encourage toilet learning.