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We have 15 pre-k schools in Elk River, MN! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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New Horizon Academy - Elk River

19512 Holt Street NW Elk River, MN

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Proudly Serving the Elk River Community for over 24 years. Our center is located conveniently off of Highway 169 and Holt St in the heart of Elk River, MN. We have been serving families in the Elk River area since 1996. Our center has two infant rooms, two toddler rooms, four preschool rooms, and one school- age room. We...
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LYNDA K MEYER in Elk River, MN offers child care and educational opportunities that enable the children to bond, explore, learn, and question in a challenging environment. They believe that the kids are unique individuals who are ready for independence and naturally curious. They promote social growth and respect with...

A Spark of Possibilities- UP Program

555 Railroad Drive Ste D Elk River, MN

A Spark of Possibilities UP ' Unlimited Potential' Program offers support to children from K-12th grade after school, summer, and non-school days. We provide structured, supervised youth development activities and have learning opportunities at A Spark of Possibilities. We include children of ALL abilities in our UP Program and...

Linda's Daycare

19949 Zane St Nw Elk River, MN

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Linda's Daycare provides a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and supported while learning, growing, making friends and preparing for the world of kindergarten. The curriculum caters to families that value education, going above and beyond traditional child care.
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Lil' Explorers Childcare Center-Abertville

5702 Lachman Avenue Northeast ALBERTVILLE, MN

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Lil’ Explorers Childcare Center is a preschool and daycare serving the Albertville area of Minnesota. Established in 2003, Lil’ Explorers Childcare Center continues to provide a safe environment for children – centered on exploration and development. Our Albertville location is the newest of the Lil’ Explorers Preschools in...
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Lil' Explorers Childcare Center

4123 Oakwood Parkway SAINT MICHAEL, MN

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We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.
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The Learning Center

5400 140th Ave NW Anoka, MN

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
At The Learning Center, it is part of our educational mission to provide a foundation for life-long learning. We strive to emphasize this love of learning through a curriculum that focuses on the whole child. It is our goal to provide your children with the best chance of success by getting them ready for kindergarten. School...
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Lil' Explorers Preschool Ramsey

14725 Ramsey Boulevard NW RAMSEY, MN

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Lil’ Explorers Childcare Center is a preschool and daycare serving the Ramsey area of Minnesota. Established in 2003, Lil’ Explorers Childcare Center continues to provide a safe environment for children – centered on exploration and development. Our Ramsey location is the newest of the Lil’ Explorers Preschools in...
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Lil' Explorers Childcare Center Otsego

8670 Parson Avenue NE OTSEGO, MN

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We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. Now...

Terri Mueller

3757 226th Ave Nw Saint Francis, MN

In-Home daycare
Child care
Terri Mueller is a state-licensed provider that offers home-based early care and learning programs for pre-kindergarten and elementary students. The facility accepts and takes care of children aged zero to 12 years old. Terri Mueller can accommodate a total of 12 kids on a full-time basis.

Mary K Moen

12109 63rd St Ne Albertville, MN

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Mary K Moen is a child care provider that offers educational daycare services geared for young kids. The company, located at 63rd Street, provides its services to the Albertville, MN community and nearby areas. Mary K Moen can enroll and take care of 12 students.

Anna K Knudson

15111 Xkimo St Nw Anoka, MN

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Anna K Knudson offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 15111 Xkimo St NW, the company serves families living in the Anoka, MN area. Anna K Knudson has served the community since they opened in 1996.

Giggles Galore Family Childcare

24109 Raven St. NW Saint Francis, MN

In-Home daycare
We have new licensed family childcare openings in the city of Saint Francis. We are located at the corner of 242nd Ave NW and Raven St. NW 3 minutes north of Saint Francis High School. There will be two childcare providers on staff at all times who both are trained and certified in SIDS/Shaken Baby and CPR/First Aid We will...

Mundo de Colores Early Childhood Development Center

3220 Bridge St. NW Saint Francis, MN

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We are a new child care center opening August 1st. We are a fun, educational, and nurturing environment. We have a Kindergarten readiness preschool program that has a Spanish immersion curriculum to encourage children to learn a second language!

Cheryl's Little Rascals

4751 Sterling Dr Big Lake, MN

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Cherry's Little Rascals practices an enrichment program designed to help children make the transition from preschool and kindergarten to elementary school and excel. They believe children can develop early literacy, math skills, and science concepts awareness when placed in a conducive environment.

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Elk River, MN

Pre-k programs in Elk River, MN offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Elk River, MN, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Elk River, MN typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Elk River, MN programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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