“A nurturing early learning haven for your child.”

Where Joy, Growth, and Education Begins

At Child Care Oasis Early Learning Center, we are passionate about nurturing young minds, through a blend of joyful exploration, safety and growth. Our mission is to create a welcoming Oasis where families and children are valued, inspired and prepared for a lifetime of learning

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Our Vision

“To cultivate lifelong learners and responsible citizens through joyful, nurturing care.” 

Our Values

Love, Safety, Curiosity, Inclusivity, Early Learning 

Programs Offered 

Toddlers (2–3 Years)

Preschool (3–5 Years)

Daily Activities & Learning Approaches 

Toddlers (2–3 Years)

  • Group Snack Time (learning manners, turn-taking)
  • Pretend Play (kitchen sets, dolls, dress-up)

Preschool (3–5 Years)

Kindergarten Readiness

Creativity and Fine Motor Skills 

  • Finger painting with primary colors 
  • Playdough shaping and sculpting 
  • Cutting simple shapes with child-safe scissors 
  • Beading necklaces with large beads 
  • Sensory bins with rice, sand, or beans 

Language and Literacy 

  • Storytime with puppets and props 
  • Letter of the Week activities 
  • Vocabulary building with daily “Word of the Day” 

Math and Problem Solving 

  • Sorting objects by size, color, or type 
  • Introduction to simple addition using objects 
  • Matching number cards to quantities 
  • Puzzle-building time (floor puzzles, shape puzzles) 

Science, Nature, and Exploration 

  • Planting seeds and watching them grow 
  • Weather chart observations (sunny, cloudy, rainy) 
  • Bug and insect exploration with magnifying glasses
  • Water play experiments (pouring, measuring, observing)

Social-Emotional Development and Group Activities

  • Role-playing conflict resolution with dolls or puppets
  • Emotion flashcards (learning to name and manage feelings) 
  • Gratitude circle (“Today I’m thankful for…”)
  • Dramatic play (kitchen set, doctor’s office, store) 
  • Group music and movement (dancing to action songs)
  • Kindness missions (small acts of kindness challenges)

Skilled and caring educators committed to your child’s growth!

"I love how caring and attentive the teachers and staff have been to my children during their care. They have taken the time to learn how to soothe them when they are hurt or missing home. They go above and beyond to create fun curriculum, making both engaging and exciting for the kids. Its been a great experience for the family overall."
Parent Anonymous
"My children are excited to see their teachers and are happy to see Mom at the end of the day. The staff is family and so loving."
ParentAnonymous
"My daughter was able to learn both English and Spanish. When she first started this program she didn't know how to talk."
ParentAnonymous
"What I like is how welcoming the staff are."
ParentAnonymous
"I have loved watching my kids grow into more independent versions of themselves while enrolled in Oasis Childcare because of the attention and emphasis they put on allowing the children to help the classroom running smoothly. Giving them jobs and contributions throughout the day. Letting them be apart of the team."
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Meet our educators

Enrollment Requirements

Schedule a Tour, Fill Out Registration Forms, Meet with Staff, and get ready for Welcome Day!

  • Immunization records
  • Identification
  • Birth Certificate of child
  • Proof of State Residency
  • Personal Earnings

Contact and find us!

Operating Hours: 7:30am-5:30pm Monday-Friday

Address: 542 W Idaho Ave, Ontario, OR 97914

Phone: (541) 709-0779

Parent Resources

PDF Downloads

Please refer to Parent Handbook for more details

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For any questions or concerns please contact:

David Calderon- Deputy Director of Early Learning 

(971) 977-1987, david@euvalcree.org

Juana Yesenia Hernandez- Family Engagement & Early Learning Specialist 

(541) 709-0779, yesenia@euvalcree.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

Operating Hours: 7:30am-5:30pm Monday-Friday

2-5 years old

1 Teacher for 5 Toddlers and 1 Teacher for every 10 Preschoolers.

Breakfast, Lunch and Snack provided.

Safely Policy information will be provided in the Childcare Oasis Parental Handbook for enrolled families

Our educators and administrative staff strive to provide an academic, safe and inclusive environment for all children. Partnered with Eastern Oregon Kids and Care, we incorporate individual practices to ensure developmental growth.

Discipline and Behavior Guidance Policy information will be provided in the Childcare Oasis Parental Handbook for enrolled families

Child Care Oasis — Where Every Child Shines

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Gina Galaviz-Yap, Board Member, Juntos Statewide Director

As a first-generation college graduate, and daughter of immigrant parents from Mexico, I am passionate about increasing access to higher education. I believe that knowledge is power, and that it can transform and individual to benefit the community. Serving on this board allows me to stay connected to the needs of my community.

Euvalcree an agent of change for the various communities in Eastern Oregon. The community leads the organization, advocating for services and change needed to overcome the challenges uniquely faced by rural communities.

I have over ten year of experience higher education. Starting out in admissions and recruitment, I was previously a Director of Admissions at a small regional public university in Oregon. In my current role as the statewide director of Juntos, I oversee the Juntos program that engages with students and families across the state to increase high school graduation rates and Postsecondary access.

Childcare Entrepreneurship Program

EUVALCREE works with local individuals that are interested in starting up their own home-based childcare. We offer guidance and support to obtaining all the necessary licenses, registrations, as well as support with the business development and start up.

Energy Trust Home Audit Program

Our Home Audit program is open to eligible Oregon residents that seek to improve the energy efficiency of their home; thus, reducing their energy expenses. Our staff schedules and conducts an audit of eligible homes to determine if the home can undergo improvements. After the audit, we will offer improvements with rebates and cash incentives that are available. Our goal is to save our clients hundreds of dollars while also maximizing the efficiency of their home energy usage!

Reach out to learn more or apply below.

Please let us know if you would like more information about this specific program by completing the form below.

Roberto Gamboa, Director of Operations and Community Development

I currently act as the Director of Operations & Community Development for EUVALCREE, supporting rural and BIPOC (Black and Indigenous People of Color) community members in Eastern Oregon. I am passionate about making changes to our policies and systems to truly benefit our local communities that are not being served equally or equitably. I genuinely believe that the work I do with Euvalcree is essential and brings positive change.

I firmly believe that our work uplifts our communities in need. During the COVID-19 pandemic, as an organization, we have helped over 200 families with assistance like rent/mortgage, utilities, food, and other resources they needed to quarantine and isolate. This has brought an immense feeling of pride and joy. I currently hold an Associates in General Studies from Treasure Valley Community College.