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Recent preschool reviews in Waconia, MN

Little Hands Daycare - Jen Preston

5.0

When searching for a daycare and making my wish list, I never thought I'd find a place that checks every box. However, Little Hands came along and exceeded my expectations. From Day 1, I've never second guessed leaving my kids with Jen. You can feel how much she cares about the kids in every...

- Madison

Sweet Waters Childcare

5.0

There is nothing like Sweet Waters. We had out daughter there often for drop-in care for a couple of years before she went to kindergarten, and she learned so much about herself and blossomed in an amazing way that I didn't expect. The caregivers there treat the children with loving respect and...

- Miriam J

New Horizon Academy - Shorewood

5.0

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

- Dawn M

Karen Huntington

5.0

Karen is a wonderful, organized, caring professional who has been running her home-based daycare for many years. Kids love to go to Karen's house. She is trustworthy and compassionate and she runs a tight ship! Couldn't recommend her more highly.

- Becca S

Jonathan Montessori School

5.0

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 time, but they made the transition easy for him and it really is an extension of home! And the education part is BONUS!

- Rose G

Preschools in Waconia, MN

To The Moon And Back Child Care

To The Moon And Back Child Care

8550 Island View Rd, Waconia, MN

Starting at $200/wk

We are a Christian based childcare on a hobby farm. Each day they will learn about God and His creation through Bible stories, singing, prayer, and projects/art. If your child is in preschool, we will work to support your child through a Christian based program. We care for the special needs...

Cindy's Child Care

188 Scott Ln, Waconia, MN

Costimate: $251/wk

Cindy's Child Care is a day care facility on 188 Scott Ln, Waconia, MN that maintains a facility that children will love exploring. Their child care center operates regularly on school days and is registered with the state of Minnesota to provide child care services to children residing nearby.

Shannon's Daycare

1455 Bluebird Dr, Waconia, MN

Costimate: $251/wk

Shannon's Daycare offers childcare services to help nurture and develop the child’s unique abilities and potential. They aim to establish trusting relationships with children, teachers, and parents. The center strives to model appropriate behaviors and social skills.

Tracie's Daycare

1240 S Windmill Crk, Waconia, MN

Costimate: $251/wk

Tracie's Daycare provides children (birth to school age) and their families with a safe, nurturing environment to allow them to meet their full potential. Children will learn through play based, meaningful experiences based on individual development in a consistent continuum across the ages.

Teresa Schonhardt

1758 Sterling Rd, Waconia, MN

Costimate: $217/wk

Teresa Schonhardt in Waconia, 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 10 children in preschool.

Alphabet Junction Learning Center Too, Inc

240 E Frontage Rd, Waconia, MN

Costimate: $287/wk

Alphabet Junction Learning Center Too, Inc offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 240 E Frontage Rd, the company serves families living in the Waconia, MN area. Alphabet Junction Learning Center Too, Inc can accommodate a...

Little Hands Daycare - Jen Preston

Little Hands Daycare - Jen Preston

921 Woodhill Circle, Watertown, MN

Starting at $175/wk

5.0

(3)

I have been doing licensed home daycare for 23 years while raising our 3 daughters. My daycare families become an extension of our family and I treat them as I would my own in a safe, nurturing environment. We keep our days semi structured with baking, working on preschool skills, growing...
5.0
"Jen does an amazing job helping the kids learn developmentally appropriate skills, manners, and encourages kindness, respect, and independence. We love the monthly calendars with a newsletter and the ability to have a daily communication notebook sent back and...

Nicole G


Sweet Waters Childcare

Sweet Waters Childcare

192 George St, Excelsior, MN

Costimate: $229/wk

5.0

(1)

Sweet Waters is a Waldorf inspired childcare located in the heart of Excelsior. Great care and beauty surround the space which allows the imagination to unfold. Activities include much creative/free play, circle time (singing and movement), wholesome organic snacks, baking, much outdoor play,...
5.0
"There is nothing like Sweet Waters. We had out daughter there often for drop-in care for a couple of years before she went to kindergarten, and she learned so much about herself and blossomed in an amazing way that I didn't expect. The caregivers there treat the...

Miriam J


St. John the Baptist Catholic Montessori School

St. John the Baptist Catholic Montessori School

638 Mill St., Excelsior, MN

Starting at $540/mo

We are a Catholic Montessori school with a Toddler Community of children ages 16 months to 33 months, a Children's House (Preschool through Kindergarten), Elementary, and a Middle School. Our Toddler Community and Children's House have a total capacity of 40 children. Montessori schools promote...

New Horizon Academy - Shorewood

19625 State Highway 7, Shorewood, MN

Costimate: $238/wk

5.0

(1)

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...
5.0
"Toured the facility and I was very impressed. I can't wait to start this fall!"

Dawn M


Karen Huntington

700 Pleasant St, Excelsior, MN

Costimate: $228/wk

5.0

(1)

Karen Huntington provides center-based and full-time educational child care services designed for preschool children. The company is licensed to admit and handle a total of 12 pre-kindergarten students. Karen Huntington operates Mondays through Fridays starting at 6:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M.
5.0
"Karen is a wonderful, organized, caring professional who has been running her home-based daycare for many years. Kids love to go to Karen's house. She is trustworthy and compassionate and she runs a tight ship! Couldn't recommend her more highly."

Becca S


Jonathan Montessori School

112090 Hundertmark Rd, Chaska, MN

Starting at $872/day

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"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 time, but they made the transition easy for him and it really is an extension of home! And the education...

Rose G


New Horizon Academy - Chaska

2905 Chestnut St. N. 55318, Chaska, MN

Costimate: $202/wk

2.8

(4)

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...
4.0
"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 teachers that have been for her in many ways. Yes there has been a few that didn't work well with her, but that's...

Sarah G


Preschool Place

1141 Cardinal St, Chaska, MN

Costimate: $209/wk

Preschool Place is an educational facility that serves the community of Chaska MN. It offers a comprehensive early childhood program in a warm, caring, fun, and friendly environment. It provides appropriate learning activities that stimulate growth among children. The center promotes active learning...

Wee Wonders Pre School

5220 Windsor Rd, Mound, MN

Costimate: $221/wk

Wee Wonders Preschool is a licensed child care facility at 5220 Windsor Rd, Mound, MN that provides reliable child care to families living in nearby communities. Their center knows that with proper care and guidance, children grow and develop into matured and responsible adults.

Minnetonka Montessori, Inc.

471 3rd St, Excelsior, MN

Costimate: $250/wk

Minnetonka Montessori, Inc. is an educational facility that offers programs for children ages 33 months to six years old. It provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating place where children can explore, play and discover. The school applies the Montessori principle in guiding children to develop...

Westonka School Age Day Core Inc

2451 Fairview Ln, Mound, MN

Costimate: $245/wk

Westonka School Age Day Core Inc believes in children developing best in a loving and nurturing environment where active learning is encouraged. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.

Debra D Templeman

413 Ridge Rd, Mayer, MN

Costimate: $225/wk

Debra D. Templeman provides quality child care services for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. Her licensed childcare facility offers exciting activities and learning opportunities that will help children develop physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually. Debra D....

Mount Calvary Preschool

301 County Road 19, Excelsior, MN

Costimate: $253/wk

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.

Debra A Krueger

513 Lewis Ave N, Watertown, MN

Costimate: $175/wk

Debra A Krueger is a state-licensed child care provider that offers home-based child care services and early learning programs designed for preschoolers and school-age children. The company serves the Watertown, MN community. Debra A Krueger can accommodate a total of 12 children.

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