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Find Trusted After School Programs Near Me in Waconia, MN

We have 7 after school programs in Waconia, MN! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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Ladybug Child Care Center Waconia

859 VISTA BLVD WACONIA, MN

1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
From preschool care to after-school care, serving the Southwest metro of the Twin Cities, Ladybug Child Care Centers are family owned and operated commercially licensed and highly accredited centers, striving to provide quality services to each of our client families. It is Ladybug’s goal to provide your child with the opportunity to explore, learn and grow within a loving and caring atmosphere.
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New Horizon Academy - Shorewood

19625 State Highway 7 Shorewood, MN

5.0(1)

10 mi

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Proudly Serving The Community For Over 16 Years. Our center is located conveniently off of Highway 7 and Vine Hill Road in the heart of Excelsior MN. We have been serving families in Minnetonka since 1996. Our center has one infant rooms, two toddler rooms, two preschool rooms, one school- age room and a great room for large motor play with a focus on S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Our large outdoor playground is a wonderful addition to each child's day. We utilize a tool in each classroom for electronic communication throughout the day for our families. We are NAEYC accredited and hold a four star rating through the MN Parent Aware Ratings. We provide before and after school transportation to the following elementary schools in the area: -Deephaven Elementary -Excelsior Elementary -Minnewashta Elementary We provide care for: Infant: 6 weeks to 18 months Toddler: 18 months to 33 months Preschool/Pre-kindergarten: 33 months to 5 years School Age: K to 4th grade This summer, New Horizon Academy can provide your child a safe environment to learn, play, and explore during those otherwise long summer days. Camp Discovery programs are led by teachers trained in safety, early education, compassion, and fun. Children are able to construct their own knowledge through themed fun learning experiences that include fieldtrips, community projects, sports and recreation, cooking and baking, arts and crafts, drama, gardening, guest speakers, science experiments, water play, and much, much, more. With these and other hands-on activities, children will enjoy the summer while building on what they learned throughout the year. Join us for these amazing summer adventures!

Dawn M. says "Toured the facility and I was very impressed. I can't wait to start this fall!"

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New Horizon Academy - Chaska

2905 Chestnut St. N. 55318 Chaska, MN

2.0(4)

8 mi

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Proudly Serving The Chaska Community For Over 15 Years. Our center is located conveniently off of Highway 41 and Pioneer Trl in the heart of Chaska. We have been serving families in the Chaska area since 1999. Our center has one large infant room, two toddler rooms, three preschool rooms, one prekindergarten room and one school age room. Our large outdoor playground is a wonderful addition to each child's day. We utilize a tool in each classroom for electronic communication throughout the day for our families. We are NAEYC accredited and hold a four star rating through the MN Parent Aware. We offer the following Enrichment Programs: -Amazing Athletes -Happy Feet Soccer We provide before and after school transportation to the following elementary schools in the area: -Victoria Elementary -Clover Ridge Elementary -Chaska Elementary -Jonathon Elementary -Chaska Kindergarten Center We provide care for: Infant: 6 weeks to 18 months Toddler: 18 months to 33 months Preschool/Pre-kindergarten: 33 months to 5 years School Age: K to 4th grade This summer, New Horizon Academy can provide your child a safe environment to learn, play, and explore during those otherwise long summer days. Camp Discovery programs are led by teachers trained in safety, early education, compassion, and fun. Children are able to construct their own knowledge through themed fun learning experiences that include fieldtrips, community projects, sports and recreation, cooking and baking, arts and crafts, drama, gardening, guest speakers, science experiments, water play, and much, much, more. With these and other hands-on activities, children will enjoy the summer while building on what they learned throughout the year. Join us for these amazing summer adventures!

Sarah G. says "As a mother of a three year old who has been attending this day Care facility since 6 months old, I am happy with my choice. She has had some wonderful...

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Step By Step Montessori – Chaska

1485 White Oak Dr CHASKA, MN

9 mi

Montessori
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Our Chaska preschool and kindergarten teachers create learning environments where individual students can develop at their own learning pace. Our center director ensures each child receives personalized attention while building social skills with other children. Our kindergarten teachers bring specialized training in Montessori methods and early childhood education. Each teacher works with the same students throughout the school year, creating strong bonds that support learning and development. This continuity helps children feel secure while exploring new concepts and building confidence. The Montessori approach recognizes that children learn differently from adults. Our Chaska daycare teachers guide students through carefully designed learning environments where academic growth happens naturally. Kids develop critical thinking skills, independence, and a genuine love for learning that extends well beyond their years at our center.
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Jonathan Montessori School

112090 Hundertmark Rd Chaska, MN

5.0(2)

8 mi

Preschool
Child care
Jonathan Montessori School offers child care services in a Montessori-based environment. It accepts children sixteen months up to kindergarten-age. Additionally, it offers extended day programs and summer camp. The School dedicates itself to developing every child's love of learning. Its curriculum includes Mathematics, Language, Sensorial, Exploration, Practical Life, Art, Science, and Geography.

Rose G. says "My son has attended both the toddler program and the children's house. The teachers are so warm and caring. I was a nervous mother sending him for the first...

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Ladybug Childcare Center

306 LAKE HAZELTINE DR CHASKA, MN

10 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
From preschool care to after-school care, serving the South West metro of the Twin Cities, Ladybug Child Care Centers are family owned and operated commercially licensed and highly accredited centers, striving to provide quality services to each of our client families. It is Ladybug’s goal to provide your child with the opportunity to explore, learn and grow within a loving and caring atmosphere.
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Mount Calvary Preschool

301 County Road 19 Excelsior, MN

10 mi

Child care
Mount Calvary Preschool is a ministry of the Mount Calvary Lutheran Church located in Excelsior, Minnesota. It offers preschool programs and Spanish enrichment classes. Additionally, it provides before and after-school care. It can accommodate a maximum capacity of eighty-one children.
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Recent after school program reviews from local parents in Waconia, MN

After School Programs in Waconia, MN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 7 listed after school programs

New Horizon Academy - Shorewood

Toured the facility and I was very impressed. I can't wait to start this fall!

- Dawn M.

New Horizon Academy - Chaska

As a mother of a three year old who has been attending this day Care facility since 6 months old, I am happy with my choice. She has had...

- Sarah G.

Jonathan Montessori School

My son has attended both the toddler program and the children's house. The teachers are so warm and caring. I was a nervous mother sending...

- Rose G.

FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Waconia, MN

After-school programs near you in Waconia, MN vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in Waconia, MN provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in Waconia, MN may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

To find a good after school program near you in Waconia, MN, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.

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