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Love A Child Daycare
5.0
Listen, I love this woman’s vibe, her passion, he gentleness with my child, the dedication! My child ask about her at home, ready for the next day! She taught him the 10 commandments in 3 days !!!!! The center is clean, well prepared, and full of activities. I love this daycare ❤️😩
- Care member
Academia Elze
5.0
The people at Academia Elze make all the difference. The feeling you get from the students and teachers at Elze when you walk in the door is one of love and caring. The staff is extremely communicative and does a great job of updating you of your child's progress and more importantly, their...
- Paul L
New Horizon Academy - Minneapolis, MN
5.0
Everyone here at Laurel Village NH is awesome. We've had nothing but positive, helpful, and caring interactions as a family. The director Angie is so organized and great at communicating. Would recommend this center to anyone.
- Care member
Sowing Seeds
4.0
Mary watched my children for only two weeks, but she did a wonderful job. We were unable to keep going there for personal reasons. We would have loved to stay with Mary and Leone. My 2 and 1/2 year old still talks about them sometimes.
- Jessica P.
Creative Early Learning Center
5.0
We left about a month ago before that we were there 4 years. They are great and I have nothing but positive words. My son was there, he started soccer and all other programs they offer. He started as a toddler all the way to preschool. My daughter was there also and attending after care. Once I...
- Evan H.
Child care centers in Minneapolis, MN
Love A Child Daycare
1501 Lowry Ave N Unit C, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
5.0
(5)
Hello Families!! Love A Child Daycare is a new small child care center with preschoolers and school age. We offer before and after school care,play based,Curriculum, Nutritional meals,CPR Certified Staff,Limited Slots, Will expand hours based upon staffing. Call and schedule a tour or feel free to...
5.0
"I came to know Love a Child Daycare through a family member who had their twins enrolled and they would come home telling us all that they learned and fun they had that day. I know they were very well taken care and loved. The owner is such a delighted and the...
Fredrick B.
Academia Elze
4 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(4)
Academia ELZE offers personalized care in a Spanish Immersion setting. We implement a child centered approach to engage all students in active learning. With low ratios and experienced staff, our program is tailored to meet the needs of all our students. Now Enrolling 6 weeks to 5 years old.
5.0
"The staff at Academia Elze provides excellent early childhood education for my daughter in a nurturing environment. My toddler is always happy to be there with her teachers and friends. It gives me peace of mind to know that l can go to work and not worry about...
Paula
New Horizon Academy - Minneapolis, MN
1310 Hennepin Avenue, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
5.0
(4)
Thank you for considering the Minneapolis (Laurel Village) New Horizon Academy! One of six of our Minneapolis locations, we are conveniently located in downtown Minneapolis within the Laurel Village apartment complex, off Hennepin Avenue, I-394, and I-94. Our childcare center has three infant rooms,...
5.0
"New Horizon has amazing director and always makes sure my daughter has everything she needs. The teachers there are very nice, and I never have to worry when my daughter goes to daycare."
Jenna A.
Morning Star Child Care Center
924 19TH AVE S STE C, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
5.0
(1)
Here at MorningStar we understand the importance of early childhood development and care. Located in the heart of Minneapolis, we strive to put forth the best possible learning environment. Our licensed teachers give kids the push to grow into their best selves. We accept from all young ages!...
Sowing Seeds
3226 Pierce St NE, Minneapolis, MN
4.0
(1)
Sowing Seeds is a neighborhood daycare that is a safe, reliable, and nurturing family environment focused on providing a complete and well-rounded experience for every child.
We center healthy living by promoting gardening, exercise, and with a special emphasis on school readiness.
4.0
"Mary watched my children for only two weeks, but she did a wonderful job. We were unable to keep going there for personal reasons. We would have loved to stay with Mary and Leone. My 2 and 1/2 year old still talks about them sometimes."
Jessica P.
Creative Early Learning Center
8 W 60TH ST, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
4.5
(2)
Creative Early Learning Center, formerly known as Community Child Care Center, is a non-religious outreach ministry of Richfield Lutheran Church, founded in 1974. We welcome families of all cultural and religious backgrounds. We provide early learning and child care services for infants through 3rd...
4.0
"Been with them since February. My son actually goes to a feeding clinic because he struggles with eating and they keep me posted on how he's doing and even take time to sit with him during play time. Overall I will rate them a 4 they do a great job."
Ashley B.
Childrens Village Montessori Day Care Center Inc
2515 E. 26th St, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
4.8
(4)
Welcome to Children's Village Montessori Daycare Center. We are one of the longest existing childcare centers in Minneapolis. We take pride in teaching our children to be independent and play. Exploring their own unique interests with play helps each child to develop at their own speed. We value the...
5.0
"Our children attended CVM from birth to well beyond 6 years old. We have enjoyed being part of a daycare that felt like family. CVM gave our children an incredible head-start and helped prepare them for, and encouraged them through, their early school-age years....
Satimah H.
Little Bee's Child Care Center
1630 County Hwy 10, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Little Bee's Child Care Center is offering infant, preschool, toddler, pre-k and school aged (summer) before and after school program.We have an indoor gym!! Parent aware certificate! Open at 5:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. We offer hot lunches, breakfast and snack. Little Bee's Child Care Center is providing...
5.0
"Little bee's is the best day care you could ever find. I have 3 kids that goes there and they love it. Great teachers and great programs."
Christine
4.7
(3)
Our center serves entire families for the duration of time they need care. My program has flexible hours that meet the needs of working families. We're committed to developing our community by providing excellent early education opportunities for all children. We are committed to providing quality...
5.0
"Very reliable and always very in tune with the children. They are very patient and very caring. "
Diamond D.
Turnquist Child Enrichment Center
1800 2nd St Ne, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Turnquist Child Enrichment Center is a childcare provider that serves the community of Minneapolis MN. It offers a warm and caring environment and provides age-appropriate activities that enhance children's emotional, physical, intellectual, and social abilities. The accommodates 64 children and...
5.0
"Absolutely love this center, cannot ask for anything more when it comes to the parent/teacher relationships. Everybody is so hands on with the children, I love it."
Dyan
Joan Kindelspire
5330 Pennsylvania Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Joan Kindelspire is a private, licensed child care center that ensures their students develop the academic skills needed to perform well in school. That is why their center at 5330 Pennsylvania Ave N, Minneapolis, MN provides various opportunities that help their students learn essential academic...
5.0
"Our daughter has been going to Joan's for just over a year now and we couldn't be happier about the care and love our child receives there."
Emma K.
Vickie Extrand
8837 10th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Vickie Extrand is an early development center located at 8837 10th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN that strongly believes every child deserves a child care that is reliable and passionate at what they do. Their center is driven to provide a structured child care environment that would enhance their students'...
5.0
"Vickie is awesome!! She has been doing childcare for decades, and keeps up to date on all the latest regulations, school needs, etc. I love that I can rely on her expertise for advice, support, and in the care of my children."
Jo
Yellow Brick Road Child Care
16000 41st Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Yellow Brick Road Child Care is a center-based facility located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It offers child care and educational services for young children. It specializes in daycare, preschool, and kindergarten programs. It is licensed to accommodate a maximum capacity of fifty-one children. The...
5.0
"YBR has been one of the biggest and best influences in my children's lives. The teachers are amazing because they are so passionate, caring and loving. They take pride in their jobs and love children as they are their own. Highly recommend YBR to everyone."
Amber
Lil Newton's Nest
12325 Hwy 55, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Lil Newton's Nest is an exceptional childcare center where imagination, love and education combine and result in new adventures every day Brilliance guaranteed!
We have designed an innovative program to suit the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of your child. We offer...
5.0
"Our oldest comes home excited every day about all the new things he is learning. The teachers are always happy to chat and give updates on the boys. Our oldest talks about the fun things he does at school A LOT. Our director is excellent with communication, both...
Donald
Penny Peterson
13128 Marigold St Nw, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Penny Peterson is an early development center located at 13128 Marigold St Nw, Minneapolis, MN that strongly believes every child deserves a child care that is reliable and passionate at what they do. Their center is driven to provide a structured child care environment that would enhance their...
5.0
"Been with her for about 8 years and I couldn't be happier!
Great at her job!"
Tara W.
Jennifer L. Moy
2715 Rice Creek Pkwy Ne, Minneapolis, MN
4.0
(4)
Jennifer L. Moy provides a caring and flexible educational program emphasizing a child-centered approach. The educational philosophy is to educate the whole person and promote personal responsibility and accountability. The unique and robust curriculum integrates traditional academic subjects with...
5.0
"I met Jennifer by chance at a sporting event, and I'm so glad I did, because little did I know, the following year to come would be of the best ones ever: when I decided to enroll my children in her daycare. Theres that saying that goes: theres no love like a...
Stacy G.
Lori Matthews
3820 18th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
3.0
(2)
Lori Matthews at 3820 18th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN knows that in order for children to learn adequately, quality child care must be provided at all times. Their center uses a collaborative approach to child care that helps establish a community that helps nurture young minds.
5.0
"She provides the best service possible, environmental learning experience."
Karissa O.
Rayito de Sol Spanish Immersion Early Learning Center
1601 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(2)
Rayito de Sol Spanish Immersion Early Learning Center program is designed to stimulate educational development in infants, toddler, preschool and kindergarten age children through immersion year round, open Monday-Friday from 6:30am to 6pm.
At Rayito de Sol, we provide tools for language...
5.0
"As a Rayito De Sol graduate now in college, Rayito has helped me grow so much as a person who loves to learn. Having such an excellent foundation in education and early learning has been crucial to my own development that goes far beyond my childhood. Speaking more...
Avery K
Rise & Shine Early Learning Center
3457 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
5.0
(1)
Rise & Shine Early Learning Center is a day care center at 3457 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, MN that is dedicated to children's fun and education. That's why their center uses a learning curriculum that enables their students to grow and develop at a pace they are comfortable with.
5.0
"They have given my children wonderful care for 4 years"
Carrie M
CareOne Childcare Center
116 East 32nd Street STE 100 , MINNEAPOLIS, MN
5.0
(3)
5.0
"I have been with care one for about 2 years now and I will rate them 5 stars. I love them and highly recommend them."
Anfa A.
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Minneapolis, MN
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in Minneapolis, MN?
Child care centers near you in Minneapolis, MN provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in Minneapolis, MN?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Minneapolis, MN have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in Minneapolis, MN?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Minneapolis, MN. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.
Ratings for Minneapolis, MN child care centers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Child Care Centers in Minneapolis, MN are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 593 listed child care centers.