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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Hopkins, MN

Brown Bear Childcare

5.0

Kristen was our full time family nanny for 4 years. During that time she took care of our 3 children ranging from infant to 6 years old. Kristen was always a caring and compassionate nanny and all 3 of our children adored her. She took the initiative to create learning plans, creative projects and...

- Kelly K.

The International School of Minnesota

5.0

The children are happy to attend and look forward to be there every day; the activities are diverse and vary by week, plus there is more than onw option available per day, like nature explorers and science camp

- Eduardo Z

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.

Penny's Care

5.0

I wouldn't have my kids anywhere else! Amazing Daycare! I know my son is being taken care of, and he's always learning something new! He's 2 years old, and already reading and writing words:-)

- Latoria J.

Drop-in child care in Hopkins, MN

Brown Bear Childcare

Brown Bear Childcare

236 Tyler Ave N, Hopkins, MN

5.0

(1)

Licensed home childcare center providing specialized care. I take the time to know your child and nurture proper growth and development. Featuring 1800 square feet of play space with a separate entrance from the home. I care for 6 children up to 5 years of age with the occasional drop-in after...
5.0
"Kristen was our full time family nanny for 4 years. During that time she took care of our 3 children ranging from infant to 6 years old. Kristen was always a caring and compassionate nanny and all 3 of our children adored her. She took the initiative to create...

Kelly K.


The International School of Minnesota

The International School of Minnesota

6385 Beach Road, Eden Prairie, MN

5.0

(2)

We are home to a premier Early Childhood Education (ECE) program that welcomes potty-trained children starting at the age of 3. We provide full-day and half-day options for Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten and full-day Kindergarten. Call us at 952-918-1840 for a private kindergarten experience in the...
5.0
"The children are happy to attend and look forward to be there every day; the activities are diverse and vary by week, plus there is more than onw option available per day, like nature explorers and science camp"

Eduardo Z


La Ruche Montessori

La Ruche Montessori

923 Logan Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN

La Ruche Montessori is a Licensed Family Childcare Program, open to provide excellent care for toddlers and preschoolers (16 months old and up). I am a Montessori Guide (Association Montessori Internationale - AMI affiliated) with over 15 years of teaching experience under my belt. Here is what La...

Be Well & Excel Childcare

Be Well & Excel Childcare

16116 Excelsior Boulevard, Minnetonka, MN

Be Well & Excel Childcare is an in-home, licensed family childcare facility that is truly unique! We know how challenging it is looking for quality childcare, and we know how busy you are, because as parents of young children we were in the same position only just last year! We saw a need in...

Kinderplatz

Kinderplatz

5600 American Blvd W, Ste 180, BLOOMINGTON, MN

Starting at $1783/mo

Kinderplatz is a licensed, NAEYC accredited, 4-star Parent Aware rated, federally subsidized child care center in Bloomington, MN. We provide high quality care and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten students. In addition, we have a Spanish immersion preschool/pre-k...

Captain Kids Daycare Center

Captain Kids Daycare Center

2304 22nd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN

Over 37 Years child care experience. We provide Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner for your children. Please see our website and call for more information. www.captainkidschildcare.com We prepare kids for kindergarten!

Children's Learning Adventure

Children's Learning Adventure

7750 Galpin Blvd, Chanhassen, MN

Children's Learning Adventure offers the highest quality infant, preschool, and after school programs for your children. Our STEAM-based curriculum is based on the latest brain development research, providing children with the activities and environment to greatly impact their capacity for learning...

Mrs. Von's Learning Place Family Childcare

Mrs. Von's Learning Place Family Childcare

3023 Elliot Ave, MINNEAPOLIS, MN

Starting at $250/mo

I have over 30 years' experience. I have a daily/evening routine. This is a safe loving environment. Parent Aware rated, Director credentials, associate degree in child develop. I am always enhancing my skills to be the best I can be as a business professional and Knowlege for children. call me...

About YWCA Child Care: YWCA Minneapolis is one of the largest nonprofit providers of nationally NAEYC accredited early childhood education in the state of Minnesota! We have 5 convenient locations in the Twin Cities. Over 90% of preschoolers at YWCA Minneapolis meet rigorous early learning...

Momma Care Day Care

Momma Care Day Care

2646 Knox Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN

Momma Care Day Care provides a nurturing educational environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, With a creative curriculum, home cooked meals, and caring environment my mission is prepare children for school and beyond. I have 25 years of experience as a child care lead teacher, and a nursing...

Sweet Waters Childcare

Sweet Waters Childcare

192 George St, Excelsior, MN

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.


Penny's Care is a centrally located early education center. Every child benefits from a unique learning experience, and implements the SEEDs early learning curriculum. This is a relationship-based curriculum where every child learns in a nurturing environment. We are a growing business in a...
5.0
"My child have been going from the age of 6 months to 8yrs. by the time he was 1years old he was able to say all his abc's and his color I love the Center."

I A


Kinderberry Hill Minneapolis

Kinderberry Hill Minneapolis

50 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN

The exceptional staff at Kinderberry Hill Minneapolis is 100% committed to providing working parents with complete peace of mind, knowing their child is nearby and receiving the highest quality early education and child care. We encourage parents to stop by anytime to visit, attend a classroom...

Crianza Con Amor (raising With Love)

Crianza Con Amor (raising With Love)

2211 Quebec Drive, Saint Louis Park, MN

I am a Colombian stay-at-home mom, raising one handsome happy 2 year old boy in our house in the Westwood neighborhood of St. Louis Park. I also take care of a fun, smart 18-month old girl, who's parents are friends of our family. We hope to find one more young child to join us for 3-5 days a...

Sisters For A Summer

Sisters For A Summer

5856 45th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN

After having been in the corporate workforce for many years Sisters for a Summer director looks forward to returning to her first love, investing in kids, this summer by offering In-Home Family Summer Child Care for up to 4 girls ages 7-9. This program, will be hosted by a stay-at-home mom of an 8...

Zuhur Childcare Center Inc

3424 Woodle ave S, ST LOUIS PARK, MN


North Star Newborns

North Star Newborns

4951 W 77th, Edina, MN

North Star Newborns is the premier, number one on-call newborn and infant care provider in the Twin Cities. Our thoroughly vetted care providers are Registered Nurses, postpartum doulas, and newborn care specialists available for overnight and daytime care. We come to your home to provide...

Footsteps Childcare

Footsteps Childcare

14312 Rockford Rd, Minneapolis, MN

Footsteps Childcare is an Intimate, Nurturing and Educational environment. We offer a low student-teacher ratio as well as a full curriculum. Our focus at Footsteps is to foster each child's individual growth by focusing on each child's needs and areas of development because we recognize that no...

Edina Daycare

Edina Daycare

3205 W 76th St Ste 2, Edina, MN

Spanish immersion full-day center for infants and toddlers, inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach.

Twin Cities Nanny, LLC

210 North 2nd Avenue #101, Minneapolis, MN

Twin Cities Nanny, LLC We're always here for you. Joining the TCN community is more than just finding a nanny or babysitter to care for your children. Our goal is to assist you in selecting a childcare provider that enhances your family dynamics and helps you raise your children the way you...

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