Best Family Daycare in Excelsior, MN

Q: What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Excelsior, MN?

When looking for a family daycare near you in Excelsior, MN, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.

Q: How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Excelsior, MN is right for my family?

When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Excelsior, MN, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.

Q: What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Excelsior, MN?

When choosing family daycare near you in Excelsior, MN, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.

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Recent family daycare reviews in Excelsior, MN

Happy Trails

5.0

Gretchen is simply the best. She treats each child as they are her own and provides educational activities and lots of wonderful outdoor learning. She has helped shape my child into the little person he is! Very thankful to have her and would recommend to anyone looking for daycare.

- Care member

Jardin Spanish Immersion Academy

5.0

Great center, our 9 month old has been going there since 6 weeks old and she loves it there. They're very attentive and fun. The center is colorful and there's always music playing.

- Emily

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.

Be Well & Excel Childcare

5.0

My family and I had the opportunity of taking a tour at Be Well & Excel Childcare. We were more than impressed with their program and the benefits it offered our children. They had taken the amenities of a childcare center and incorporated them into an at home-setting. Offering healthy, all-natural...

- Courtney G.

Mrs. B's Childcare

5.0

If you need any daycare help in the summer, I am looking for a babysitting job.

- Samantha V.

Family daycares in Excelsior, MN

Happy Trails

20775 Garden Road, Excelsior, MN

5.0

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Fully licensed through Hennepin County, you can be assured that in my care, your child will receive a warm and supportive learning environment based on a mix of Montessori & reggio teachings, a day of enriching activities that incorporate nature and encourage creativity, food that is healthy,...

5.0

"We are so happy to have found Gretchen! She’s such a fun-loving, energetic, kind-hearted person who loves the kids whole-heartedly! We love that our daughter gets to interact with all age groups and be in a comfortable homelike setting. I love that they spend lots...

Care member

Mrsm.org

5735 Country Club Rd., Excelsior, MN

www.MrsM.org offers Summer Camps in Excelsior and year-round childcare options..

Personalized Childcare

5865 Strawberry Lane, Excelsior, MN

Family atmosphere, personalized childcare: We have a wonderful environment of fun, love, and learning. I take care of two boys, age 6 years old and 2 years old, in the Excelsior area. We are looking to add another child (or two!) to the bunch during the upcoming school year so the young one...

Tracey's In - Home Childcare.

6035 Spruce Hill Court, Excelsior, MN

I provide an in-home child care business, where your child would be provided with a safe, happy, and fun environment. Your child becomes part of our family and will flourish in my care. We do lots of art and craft activities that will be age appropriate. We also go on lots of outdoor excursions to...

Jardin Spanish Immersion Academy

14200 Martin Drive, Eden Prairie, MN

3.0

(2)

At Jardin Spanish Immersion Academy, we work together as a family to provide nurturing support and early academic skills to each child in our care. Our immersion curriculum is designed to support early acquisition of the Spanish language along with appreciation of other cultures, and provides the...

5.0

"Great center, our 9 month old has been going there since 6 weeks old and she loves it there. They're very attentive and fun. The center is colorful and there's always music playing."

Emily

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.

Be Well & Excel Childcare

16116 Excelsior Boulevard, Minnetonka, MN

5.0

(1)

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...

5.0

"My family and I had the opportunity of taking a tour at Be Well & Excel Childcare. We were more than impressed with their program and the benefits it offered our children. They had taken the amenities of a childcare center and incorporated them into an at...

Courtney G.

Mrs. B's Childcare

1297 Creekside Drive, Waconia, MN

5.0

(1)

Over 19 years of experience working with children of all ages Honest, dependable, quality childcare A warm, loving environment to learn & grow Excellent referrals Discounts for full time families with multiple children Monthly themes & daily curriculum Math, science, early language & literacy...

5.0

"If you need any daycare help in the summer, I am looking for a babysitting job."

Samantha V.

Shining Starts

3880 Dakota Ridge, Chaska, MN

SHINING STARTS *Creating new beginnings and bright futures* -fun and educational learning environment -monthly theme with daily educational activities -learning through play every day -variety of indoor and outdoor toys for all ages of children in care -large indoor/outdoor play area and fenced in...

The Goddard School

7201 WASHINGTON AVE S, EDINA, MN

Starting at $1542/mo

Welcome to The Goddard School® of Edina, where every day is filled with fun learning experiences! Each day, caring and attentive teachers provide your child with countless opportunities to grow academically, socially, emotionally and physically in a safe and loving environment. In The Goddard...

To The Moon And Back Child Care

8550 Island View Rd, Waconia, MN

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...

Estenson Child Care

1273 Hillside Cr., Chaska, MN

I'll open by saying that I absolutely adore children, and actually have three of my own. I have two older school age boys, and a 20 month old son who actually inspired me to open my own daycare. This past July I opened up my home for business, and acquired a few new wonderful families. In the few...

Riley Crossing Child Care

620 Aldrich Ave, Chanhassen, MN

At Riley Crossing, your family is our focus. Our child care philosophy is learning through play and exploration. We offer a unique program that brings multiple generations together in a stimulating co-learning environment. As children and older adults share memories, play games, and create...

Joyful Day Child Care

5285 Manchester Drive, Maple Plain, MN

I am opening up my home for one or two new children to come learn and play with my two boys, little girl and I during the day. I want to accommodate a child or two who needs a safe place to learn and have fun during the day while mom and or dad go to work.

New Horizon Academy - Chanhassen

310 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen, MN

5.0

(1)

Our center is conveniently located at the intersection of Highway 5 and Great Plains Blvd. New Horizon Academy-Chanhassen has been providing the community with quality child care and early education services for 25 years. Our grassy, fenced, outdoor playground features large climbing structures,...

Doodle Bugs Learning Daycare

1401 Field Creek Cir, Victoria, MN

Doodle Bugs Learning Daycare In-home family Day Care -NOW ENROLLING *Proud to provide a small provider to child ratio *Fenced in outdoor play area *Arts and crafts / weekly learning themes *Flexible hours *Food Program

New Horizon Academy - St Louis Park

2460 Highway 100 S, St Louis Park, MN

1.0

(2)

Our school is conveniently located off of Highway 100 in St. Louis Park, MN. We opened our doors to serve families in the St. Louis Park community in 2016. Our state-of-the-art school features three infant rooms, three toddler rooms, three preschool rooms, and one school-age room. We use a...

Best Buddies Day Care

4277 Oak Drive Ln, Hopkins, MN

Best Buddies Day Care is a facility in Hopkins, MN that features a safe, all-inclusive, and caring surroundings for kids while developing relationships with their families. They allow the children to explore and learn their environment in a loving and relaxed atmosphere. They are nurturing the...

Kids Only Day Care

2356 Stone Creek Ln W, Chanhassen, MN

Kids Only Day Care is a licensed child care facility at 2356 Stone Creek Ln W, Chanhassen, 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.

Day Care

7419 W. Shoreline Dr, Waconia, MN

I have been a licensed day care provider for 11 years. I have a degree in child psychology and have worked at the Minneapolis Crisis Nursery and a shelter for developmentally delayed kids. 2 of our friends have left to stay at home with Mom and a new baby sister and 2 have left for all day...