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Recent pre-k school reviews in Lake Elmo, MN

Growing Explorers Learning Center

5.0

Growing explorers has been the best decision we could have made for our little guy. He has learned SO much since starting preschool and will be more than ready for Kindergarten next fall. The teachers are all incredible, we have loved every single one that has interacted with our son. The director...

- Kelsey P.

Luther's Little Explorers

5.0

Great center, amazing teachers.

- Jeff

Lynn's Childcare

5.0

Lynn is awesome! Our little boy has been going there for over a year and he has learned so much. She is always happy, loves doing activities with the kids, they are outside as long as the weather permits and they all love having all their friends together to play. Great parent communication and...

- Care member

Monarch Montessori School

5.0

We absolutely love Monarch! Our daughter has been there since 33mo. and is finishing her final days before starting elementary school in the fall. Monarch has more than prepared her for school both academically and socially. She loves to learn and is already reading and exploring math concepts with...

- Care member

Krosby Kids Daycare

5.0

My family and I love Krosby Kidz Daycare. When I went back to work our daycare after 6 days gave us a notice that we had to find another daycare because our son had colic and was too much to handle. We met with Krosby Kidz who insured us that they would love to have our son. They were right, it...

- Jennilee M.

Pre-k schools in Lake Elmo, MN

Growing Explorers Learning Center

158 Jade Trail N., Lake Elmo, MN

5.0

(1)

Growing Explorers Learning Center is licensed by the State of Minnesota to care for and provide early childhood education to children from Infants - Pre-K. Our age groups include: Infants (6 weeks to 16 months), Toddlers (16 months to 33 months) and Preschool/Pre-K (33 months to kindergarten). Our...
5.0
"Growing explorers has been the best decision we could have made for our little guy. He has learned SO much since starting preschool and will be more than ready for Kindergarten next fall. The teachers are all incredible, we have loved every single one that has...

Kelsey P.


Luther's Little Explorers is a child care center located in Luther Memorial Church in South Saint Paul. We offer care for children from 6 weeks of age through their first day of kindergarten. We use The Creative Curriculum, a play-based curriculum aligned with kindergarten readiness standards....
5.0
"Great center, amazing teachers."

Jeff


Lynn's Childcare

Lynn's Childcare

6625 22nd St N, Oakdale, MN

5.0

(8)

I would love to meet with families looking for small group childcare. My goal is to ensure the children in my care feel at home when they are with me This is a fun and loving learning environment that helps the kids grow and develop not only their academic skills to ensure they are ready for...
5.0
"My 3 year old has been going to Lynn’s since he’s been 6 months. He loves it there. Payment is via Zelle so very easy. Lynn is attentive and very personable and professional. Great home daycare!! "

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Monarch Montessori School

Monarch Montessori School

1669 Arcade Street, Saint Paul, MN

5.0

(1)

Monarch Montessori School is a nonprofit preschool and kindergarten located on the East Side of St. Paul. Our qualified and experienced teachers offer high-quality care and instruction in a small, pod-like setting. We provide individual, hands-on lessons in both academics and practical life skills....
5.0
"We absolutely love Monarch! Our daughter has been there since 33mo. and is finishing her final days before starting elementary school in the fall. Monarch has more than prepared her for school both academically and socially. She loves to learn and is already...

Care member


Krosby Kids Daycare

Krosby Kids Daycare

7593 Springbrook Lane, Woodbury, MN

3.7

(3)

Krosbykids Daycare is a licensed, Christian mother-daughter duo that provides exceptional care of children ages: infant to 11 years of age. We are a part of the Providers Choice Food Program and provide healthy well balanced meals for snacks, breakfast and lunch. We offer an educational based...
5.0
"My wife & I love Krosby Kidz Daycare. The school curriculum is wonderful. Our son learns about manners, colors, kids songs & a park is in the backyard. The bathroom training assistance is also much appreciated. We are amazed at what he has accomplished since...

John


Connie's Daycare

Connie's Daycare

2568 Cochrane Dr, Woodbury, MN

I have a preschool, which I do 3 days a week. I help the children get ready for kindergarten. Structured activities, food program, fenced yard, & we have lots of fun learning. Also use ABCmouse.com as a learning tool.

Carol Overland

1930 Clear Ave, Saint Paul, MN

3.0

(2)

Carol Overland is a licensed child care provider that offers home-based services designed for pre-kindergarten and school-age children. The facility admits and handles infants up to 12-year old elementary students. Carol Overland can accommodate a total of 12 children on a full-time basis.
5.0
"Good good went here as a little kid awsome and fantastic"

Josh B


Bilingual Child Care & Education Center

Bilingual Child Care & Education Center

720 Wildwood Rd, MAHTOMEDI, MN

5.0

(2)

Bilingual Child Care & Education Center is much more than an early learning center. We are a community of families and educators who come together to share our love of language, culture, learning, and play with our children so that they get a strong start and prepare for success in kindergarten and...
5.0
"Our search for child care for our daughter Livia started before she was born. We knew we wanted some place safe and since we are bilingual ourselves, we knew we wanted our child to be in a Spanish immersion setting. After meeting the BCEC staff and touring both...

Andrea L.


Little Sprouts/Tiny Sprouts provides childcare and preschool for children ages 6 weeks to Kindergarten.
5.0
"We are finishing up week 2 and my 4 year old LOVES it here. The place is beautiful & fun and the staff is amazing. I really wanted a place to get him ready for school and to challenge this bright little boy and I am so thankful to have found them!"

Kate


Primrose School of Woodbury

10350 City Walk Drive, Woodbury, MN

5.0

(3)

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Primrose School of Woodbury. Primrose School offers nurturing child care and structured academics and education for children ages 6 weeks through kindergarten and an after-school program including homework help, drama, music, Spanish language, and...
5.0
"When my husband and I moved to Woodbury from Chicago, we knew we wanted our daughter to go to an educational day care center. What we didn't expect was the amazing experience we had with Primrose. Not only was Tonya welcoming and helpful with our transition, her...

Kim B.


Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center

Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center

616 Ruth St N, Saint Paul, MN

The purpose of the Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center is to provide a safe, caring place where children learn and grow. Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 6:30 am to 6:30 pm. We provide childcare for children six weeks to kindergarten....

Louise K Strommer

1566 Albemarle St, Saint Paul, MN

Louise K Strommer offers a warm and secure environment promoting the fullest possible development of the whole child. The center's goal of educating children is to provide them with a foundation of competence and confidence to function independently throughout their lives.

Jody K Amland

2649 Hidden Valley Ln, Stillwater, MN

Jody K Amland is a day care facility that provides not just a safe environment for their students but a comfortable one as well. Their child care center at 2649 Hidden Valley Ln, Stillwater, MN is a registered child care business in the state of Minnesota.

Sandra K Kirchner

6071 45th St N, Saint Paul, MN

Sandra K Kirchner is a child care center located at 6071 45th St N, Saint Paul, MN that is oriented towards the physical, mental, and social well-being of their students. They have various individualized programs and that are designed to help children learn according to their current developmental...

Kids Under Construction Educational Preschool, Inc

4821 Bloom Ave, White Bear Lake, MN

The Kids Under Construction Educational Preschool in White Bear Lake, Minnesota provides early education classes for infants to pre-K aged children. They provide age-level and developmentally-appropriate activities to develop the children's emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development,...

Pamela K Bunde

2392 Helena Rd N, Saint Paul, MN

Pamela K Bunde at 2392 Helena Rd N, Saint Paul, MN knows that in order for children to learn and grow properly, a structured learning environment must be provided. Their center seeks to establish a community that is dedicated to helping nurture young minds.

Sandy K Sletten

2634 Guthrie Ave N, Saint Paul, MN

Sandy K Sletten believes early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploring and discovery. Preschool children are receptive and creative. The center's goal is to nurture and encourage these qualities in the children who attend.

Valley Pre-School

413 Greeley St S, Stillwater, MN

Valley Pre-School in Stillwater, 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 20 children.

Ready Set Grow

1583 Radio Dr, Saint Paul, MN

Ready Set Grow offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 1583 Radio Dr, the company serves families living in the Saint Paul, MN area. Ready Set Grow is open to preschoolers and pre-kindergarten students.

Children's Discovery Academy

Children's Discovery Academy

433 E Little Canada Rd, Saint Paul, MN

Children's Discovery Academy is a family owned and educational child care center located in Little Canada. Our center has individual classrooms for: Infant, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, and School-age.

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