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Recent daycare reviews in Lake Elmo, MN

Growing Explorers Learning Center

5.0

Growing explorers has been the best decision we could have made for our little guy. He has learned SO much since starting preschool and will be more than ready for Kindergarten next fall. The teachers are all incredible, we have loved every single one that has interacted with our son. The director...

- Kelsey

Small World Child Care Pre School Learning Center - Woodbury

5.0

Small World has been an absolute joy to work with! My son has attended the Woodbury location this year and loves it. His teachers are so warm and kind, and always incorporating educational opportunities throughout the day! The office staff is also great to work with; quick to respond and very...

- Mary J

Small World Child Day Care Learning Center - Woodbury

5.0

I visited four different preschools before choosing Small World. The teacher/child ratios are fantastic and the school itself is not overwhelmingly large for a 3 year old. The children and teachers are so sweet and friendly. My daughter is especially in love with one of the teachers and pretends to...

- Jamie L

Karen for Kids Childcare

5.0

We just love Karen! We started in 2009 with our daughter and were lucky to get our new little one in this year. It is so nice to not have to worry that my kids are safe and loved every day! Things I particularly love... 1. Karen has a helper, Kristi...having two adults there is awesome! 2....

- Jaclyn

World Around Us Child Care Center

5.0

The most wonderful ,caring, and loving staff I have ever seen caring for children. They go above and beyond to comfort, educate, and care for the little ones. From day one I felt very secure about having them care for Mason. Every child is made to feel special because of these AMAZING people. I...

- Bonnie D

Daycares in Lake Elmo, MN

Growing Explorers Learning Center

158 Jade Trail N., Lake Elmo, MN

Costimate: $285/wk

5.0

(1)

Growing Explorers Learning Center is licensed by the State of Minnesota to care for and provide early childhood education to children from Infants - Pre-K. Our age groups include: Infants (6 weeks to 16 months), Toddlers (16 months to 33 months) and Preschool/Pre-K (33 months to kindergarten). Our...

Recent review:

5.0
Growing explorers has been the best decision we could have made for our little guy. He has learned SO much since starting preschool and will be more than ready for Kindergarten next fall. The teachers are all incredible, we have loved every single one that has...

Kelsey


Faye Day Care

12470 9th St N, Lake Elmo, MN

Costimate: $285/wk

Faye Day Care supports the child’s development with fun, warmth, security, exploration and discovery. They actively seek to encourage socialization, creativity, and a sense of community within the environment. It is their belief in children learning best through exploration and play.

Dillon Daycare

4629 Lily Ave N, Lake Elmo, MN

Costimate: $285/wk

Dillon Daycare in Lake Elmo, Minnesota seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Home-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 12 children.

Debbie's Daycare

5110 Hilltop Ave N, Lake Elmo, MN

Costimate: $281/wk

Debbie's Daycare is a child care provider that serves the community of Lake Elmo MN. It provides age-appropriate programs that foster holistic development among children. The center encourages the academic and spiritual development of students in a warm, loving and nurturing environment.

Joan & Delmar Eder Family Childcare

4515 Julep Ave N, Lake Elmo, MN

Costimate: $290/wk

Joan & Delmar Eder Family Childcare is a child care provider that serves the community of Lake Elmo, MN. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate activities that foster holistic development among children. The childcare center promotes balanced learning by integrating...

Jodi L Law

9049 28th St N, Lake Elmo, MN

Costimate: $281/wk

Jodi L Law in Lake Elmo, MN offers individualized attention and develops positive self-concepts to the kids. They supply the children with the tools that they need to succeed in life and learning. They provide a developmentally appropriate education and care that features various play-based...

TIME FOR ME EARLY LEARNING CENTER

3825 Lake Elmo Ave N, Lake Elmo, MN

Costimate: $290/wk

Time For Me Early Learning Center in Lake Elmo, Minnesota seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Church-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 88 children.

Small World Child Care Pre School Learning Center - Woodbury

Small World Child Care Pre School Learning Center - Woodbury

8400 City Center Drive, Woodbury, MN

Costimate: $218/wk

5.0

(1)

Small World Child Day Care Centers are not your average licensed accredited daycare in Blaine, Champlin, Maple Grove, Chanhassen, Farmington, Eagan, Woodbury, Inver Grove Heights MN. At Small World our goal is to produce happy, intelligent, and well-adjusted children. Here you will find a nurturing...

Recent review:

5.0
Small World has been an absolute joy to work with! My son has attended the Woodbury location this year and loves it. His teachers are so warm and kind, and always incorporating educational opportunities throughout the day! The office staff is also great to work...

Mary J


Small World Child Day Care Learning Center - Woodbury

Small World Child Day Care Learning Center - Woodbury

8400 City Center Drive, Woodbury, MN

Costimate: $218/wk

5.0

(2)

Small World Child Day Care Centers are not your average licensed accredited daycare in Blaine, Champlin, Maple Grove, Chanhassen, Farmington, Eagan, Woodbury, Inver Grove Heights MN. At Small World our goal is to produce happy, intelligent, and well-adjusted children. Here you will find a nurturing...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I visited four different preschools before choosing Small World. The teacher/child ratios are fantastic and the school itself is not overwhelmingly large for a 3 year old. The children and teachers are so sweet and friendly. My daughter is especially in love with...

Jamie L


Karen for Kids Childcare

Karen for Kids Childcare

Lakeview Ave, Saint Paul, MN

Starting at $185/wk

5.0

(6)

Karen for Kids Family Childcare est 1989. Two full time loving caregivers. NAFCCA Accredited, Parent Aware 4 Star Rated. Ramsey County Provider of the Year. Large separate childcare spaces, fenced yard, food program, beautiful playhouse, preschool curriculum, extra classes in French, Music and...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We just love Karen! We started in 2009 with our daughter and were lucky to get our new little one in this year. It is so nice to not have to worry that my kids are safe and loved every day! Things I particularly love... 1. Karen has a helper, Kristi...having two...

Jaclyn


World Around Us Child Care Center

World Around Us Child Care Center

5065 Stewart Ave, White Bear Lake, MN

Costimate: $290/wk

5.0

(2)

At World Around Us, we use The Creative Curriculum approach in all of our classrooms. This approach is accredited by the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation NECPA. We understand that each age group has its own needs, and we offer unique, targeted classroom education for infants, toddlers,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
The most wonderful ,caring, and loving staff I have ever seen caring for children. They go above and beyond to comfort, educate, and care for the little ones. From day one I felt very secure about having them care for Mason. Every child is made to feel special...

Bonnie D


Luther's Little Explorers

Luther's Little Explorers

315 15th Ave N, South Saint Paul, MN

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(1)

Luther's Little Explorers is a child care center located in Luther Memorial Church in South Saint Paul. We offer care for children from 6 weeks of age through their first day of kindergarten. We use The Creative Curriculum, a play-based curriculum aligned with kindergarten readiness standards....

Recent review:

5.0
Great center, amazing teachers.

Jeff


SMART START CHILDCARE AND LEARNING CENTER

SMART START CHILDCARE AND LEARNING CENTER

14480 60th St N, Stillwater, MN

Costimate: $251/wk

3.9

(7)

Smart Start Childcare and Learning Center received the Best of Childcare and Best of Preschool award in the St. Croix River Valley in 2015: Smart Start Childcare and Learning Center (smartstartchild.com) is a small, locally owned center in Stillwater, MN where our focus is on quality, safety,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Our daughter has been going to Smart Start for over 8 months now. All of her teachers and every staff member we've interacted with has been nothing but polite, professional, and caring. Our daughter smiles when she sees her teachers every day. They proactively...

Kevin P


St Jerome Catholic School and Faithful Beginnings Preschool

St Jerome Catholic School and Faithful Beginnings Preschool

384 Roselawn Ave E, Saint Paul, MN

Costimate: $173/wk

5.0

(3)

We are Catholic community that provides education for children from 33 months through 8th grade. Our preschool and childcare center provides many different options for parents and families. Children can attend preschool from 9:15-11:45am two or three days a week. We also provide before and after...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My God son attends St. Jerome. I love the small class room sizes, the staff and their youth programs. I would highly recommend St. Jerome's to any new families.

Christine


Little Minds Learning Center

Little Minds Learning Center

470 Imperial Avenue North, Oakdale, MN

Costimate: $241/wk

3.4

(5)

Little Minds Learning Center is your premier child development experience at an affordable price! Todd and Stacy Barnhardt opened our original location in Hudson in 2008 after searching high and low for a learning center for 3 of their children. They were in search of a full day educational,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I've been sending my children to this center for over a year now. The administration is super friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. They have a camera in each room, and as a parent, I can actually "see" what's happening. Also, I like that they make their own...

Sana


Small World Preschool Day Care Center

Small World Preschool Day Care Center

1815 Bromley Street, South Saint Paul, MN

Costimate: $236/wk

Small World Preschool Child Day Care Centers are not your average licensed accredited daycare in Blaine, Champlin, Maple Grove, Chanhassen, Farmington, Eagan, Woodbury, South St Paul MN. At Small World our goal is to produce happy, intelligent, and well-adjusted children. Here you will find a...

Little Inspirations Childcare

Little Inspirations Childcare

7039 10th St N, Oakdale, MN

Starting at $175/hr

We are a daycare center located in Oakdale right off of 10th st and 694. We are licensed for 59 children, serving children of 6 weeks to 12 years old.

Monarch Montessori School

Monarch Montessori School

1669 Arcade Street, Saint Paul, MN

Costimate: $216/wk

Monarch Montessori School is a nonprofit preschool and kindergarten located on the East Side of St. Paul. Our qualified and experienced teachers offer high-quality care and instruction in a small, pod-like setting. We provide individual, hands-on lessons in both academics and practical life skills....

Magical Minds Chilcare and Learning Center

Magical Minds Chilcare and Learning Center

6470 Stillwater BLVD N, Stillwater, MN

Starting at $272/wk

At Magical Minds Childcare and Learning Center, we know that every moment with an infant is precious. That's why we coo, cuddle, rock and do everything possible to bond with your baby and develop a sense of trust. Through simple games like peekaboo and reading stories throughout the day, our loving...

Home Day Care

Home Day Care

301 Maryknoll Drive, Stillwater, MN

Costimate: $223/wk

Our home offers a nurturing, family-like environment for your newborn. We are a Christian family, homeschooling our young daughter. Your newborn will be treated and cared for as one of the family.

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