Early Education
Preschool & Kindergarten
Start Strong and Learn Boldly!
At Learning Matters, our Preschool & Kindergarten programs combine structured learning with joyful discovery. Whether your child needs support building early reading skills, mastering basic math, or growing their confidence before school begins, we’re here to help—with trained educators, research-backed curriculum, and parent-first flexibility.
Call us (541) 530-6489 about enrollment!
Why Early Support Matters
The first five years of a child’s life are critical for brain development—and what happens in preschool and kindergarten can shape everything from confidence to long-term academic success.
Whether you’re preparing your preschooler for kindergarten or giving your kindergartener extra support, we meet your child where they are—and help them grow.
Our programs help children:
- Build strong pre-literacy and math foundations.
- Encourage curiosity, independence, and focus.
- Improve listening, language, and social-emotional skills.
- Prepare students for classroom routines and expectations.
Personalized Instruction
Your child receives focused, personal attention in every session—designed to support their unique learning style and education needs.
Trained Educators
Every session is led by experienced instructors with a strong background in early learning and child development.
Custom Learning Plans
We design each session around your child’s pace, strengths, and goals to support meaningful, lasting growth.
Our Early Learning Services Include:
Reading & Phonics Foundations
Letter sounds, print awareness, rhyming, sight words, and early books—taught in fun, age-appropriate ways.
Early Math Concepts
Counting, shapes, number recognition, patterns, comparisons, and real-world math skills for ages 3–6.
Handwriting
Forming letters, drawing, fine motor skills for writing, scissor skills, and early writing confidence.
Creative Language
Storytelling, letter formation, categorizing, vocabulary growth, analogies, word games, and early expression through writing and conversation.
Meet Our Teachers
Parents are welcome to join their child’s sessions and explore new learning strategies together.
Danielle Costa
Owner / Founder
Melissa Dahl
Instructor / Educator
Ali York
Instructor / Educator
Our Programs
At Learning Matters, we not only offer Early Learning Enrichment, Preschool Foundations, and Kindergarten Support, but also provide combined sibling programs, customized learning support, and specialized tutoring for students with IEPs—because every child learns differently, and every family deserves flexibility.
Learning Enrichment
Language development, motor skills, early counting & color recognition.
Preschool Foundations
Pre-reading, early math, attention skills, & guided learning routines.
Kindergarten Support
Reading readiness, number fluency, classroom prep, & progress reports.
What Parents Say About Learning Matters
We’re honored to support each child’s journey—and grateful for the families who trust us to help shape tomorrow’s confident learners.
"Learning Matters made a huge difference in my daughter’s confidence. She went from struggling with letters to reading simple books—and she LOVES her tutor."
Renee C., Portland, OR
"This is the only virtual program that held my 5-year-old’s attention. The progress reports were super helpful too. Thank you to the team at Learning Matters."