Children’s Institute shapes early childhood policy, secures public investments for early childhood programs and services, and works with school communities to strengthen early learning for children and teaching practices for educators.
Our Work
At Children’s Institute, we work to improve the lives of children from prenatal to grade 5 who experience institutional or systemic barriers to opportunity in Oregon: children from low-income families, children of color, disabled children, dual language learners, and children in rural areas.
Our research, policy and advocacy, learning initiatives, and community partnerships all aim to keep kids healthy and safe and prepare them to be active, engaged learners.
The Latest
Week of the Young Child: Celebrating Young Children and the People who Make Early Learning Possible
Each April, communities around the country pause to celebrate the joy, creativity, and potential of young children during Week of the Young Child (WOYC). At Children’s Institute, WOYC is a chance to lift up the pieces of early learning that are so important in early child development: children learning through play, building relationships, exploring their worlds and growing with the support of dedicated adults.
Stories of SuccESS: Building Community Connections Before Kindergarten
As part of our Stories of SuccESS series, we’re highlighting moments from the field that reflect how communities across Oregon are strengthening early learning systems.
More than scores…
Spring has arrived! It also means it’s officially testing season in schools across Oregon—a time that can bring a mix of excitement and pressure for educators and students alike.
Events
Register for Early School Success Academy 2026-2027
Register for Early School Success Academy 2026-2027
In these sessions, teams plan system changes with peers, gaining tools and coaching to strengthen early learning. Led by...
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The Early Link Podcast highlights national, regional, and local voices working in early childhood education and the nonprofit sector. The podcast is written, hosted, and produced by Children’s Institute Communications.
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