Overlook Collaborative Preschool is certified as an Eco-Healthy Child Care Provider by the Oregon Environmental Council! We follow all of their guidelines for a safe and environmentally friendly school. The program ensures that schools are as healthy as possible, for both the children and the environment.

This approach is reflected at our school in many ways, including our use of reclaimed materials for art projects, use of approved cleaners, and how we care for our school environment.

Here are some examples of the Eco-Healthy Child Care program guidelines:

• non-toxic techniques both inside and outside the facility to prevent and control pests (both insects and weeds)
• no smoking anywhere on the premises or in sight of children
• biodegradable, non-toxic cleaning products and the least toxic disinfecting products
• no wall-to-wall carpets
• rugs are vacuumed daily and cleaned at least twice a year using biodegradable cleaners
• recycle all paper/cardboard, glass, aluminum and plastic bottles

For more information about the Eco-Healthy Child Care Program click here.

Overlook Collaborative Preschool is "Recycle at Work" certified by the City of Portland, meaning we follow important guidelines in reducing our waste and increasing our recycling.

For more information click here.

Other Ways we are Eco-Friendly