Drop-In Daycares near Mendota Heights, MN
Don’t need full-time care? We’re here for drop-in needs with Flex Care! Tutor Time brings a fun-filled approach to early learning and child care. In a bright, friendly, engaging environment, we...
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Don’t need full-time care? We’re here for drop-in needs with Flex Care! Tutor Time brings a fun-filled approach to early learning and child care. In a bright, friendly, engaging environment, we...
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Don’t need full-time care? We’re here for drop-in needs with Flex Care! Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for...
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Don’t need full-time care? We’re here for drop-in needs with Flex Care! Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for...
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🌟 Safe. Loving. Fun. Affordable. Flexible. Reliable. 🌟 Welcome to our 4-star Parent Aware in-home childcare, where your child will thrive, explore, and feel truly loved. What we offer: 🍎 Organic...
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ISD 197 School Age Care at Somerset Elementary is a licensed child care center offering drop-in care programs located at 1355 Dodd Rd in Mendota Heights, MN. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Small locally-owned childcare and preschool center. Currently serving infant, toddler, and preschool age children. Infant program follows the Bright Baby curriculum to encourage cognitive,...
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Site providing care and education to infants, toddlers, preschool, and kindergarten aged children. Montessori curriculum offers social, cognitive, emotional, and physical development through creative...
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Home-based childcare program offering a play-based preschool curriculum. Children are introduced to activities and lessons that offer preparation for the school setting.
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Located in the Victory neighborhood, we began our journey in 1996 as a cozy home-based facility with just 12 children. Over the years, we've grown into a warm and inviting center that welcomes up to...
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Safe. Loving. Fun. Affordable. Flexible. Reliable. Our in-home childcare is where your child will thrive, explore, and feel truly loved. We offer organic meals for healthy growth, new books every week...
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Daycares near Mendota Heights, MN
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Primrose School of Apple Valley is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Embry Path near Cobblestone Lake and East Lake Elementary...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Preschool, Preschool Pathways, Early Preschool, and more
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Children's Discovery serves families through the exceptional care and education of children. Our teachers are loving, experienced, and consistent. The daily schedule is structured, academically...
Infant Care
Our teachers are consistent, loving, and experienced. We provide a variety of activities that promote learning such as reading stories, singing songs, playing games, exploring musical instruments, going for walks, crawling on climbers in our classroom and in our indoor gym, etc.
Toddler Care
Our teachers are loving, experienced, and consistent. The toddler daily schedule is structured, academically focused and fun! Weekly lessons and activities focus on a curriculum rich in reading, math, science, art, music, sensory, dramatic play and imaginative play.
Also offers: Pre-Kindergarten, Preschool Care
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Private, NAEYC-accredited Montessori school offering infant, toddler, preschool, and kindergarten programs. Infant program focuses on language and physical development. Toddler students participate in...
Infant Program
In the Step By Step infant program our first and foremost goal is to provide a safe, clean and peaceful child care environment. The emphasis is on stimulation and comfort for the very young child.
Toddler Program
Our trained staff has developed a program for the 16 months to 2.5 year olds that will assist your child in developing vocabulary, social relationships and self help skills in a warm, friendly environment.
Also offers: Preschool
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Private Montessori school offering infant, toddler, preschool, and kindergarten programs in the southwest Minneapolis suburbs. Infants build language and motor skills with support from sign language....
Infant Program
In the Step By Step infant program our first and foremost goal is to provide a safe, clean and peaceful child care environment. The emphasis is on stimulation and comfort for the very young child.
Toddler Program
Our trained staff has developed a program for the 16 months to 2.5 year olds that will assist your child in developing vocabulary, social relationships and self help skills in a warm, friendly environment.
Also offers: Preschool
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Welcome to O2B Kids Cottage Grove, in Washington County, Minnesota, serving Infants, Toddlers & PreK children! We're the school your child will love! We’re conveniently located off of Hardwood Avenue...
Infant Program
Care for infants with a curriculum focusing on tactile stimulation, auditory & visual development, language interactions, gross motor skill development, building hand-eye coordination, and forming loving relationships with adult caregivers.
Toddler Program
Toddlers will build language, independence, social awareness, and motor skills all while learning through PLAY!
Also offers: Preschool
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Childcare center and preschool program for infants through Pre-Kindergarten. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum focused on inspiring a love of learning through a combination of early academics and...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program, Preschool Program, Discovery Preschool
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At Woodpark Montessori Child Care in Burnsville, we use the Montessori approach from infancy through preschool. We strive to help children lay a foundation to help themselves for the rest of their...
Daycare Program
Our program is geared towards children ages 6 weeks through 16 months. We have a caring and devoted staff who create a comforting environment for our infants. Our unique approach to learning starts with even our youngest children. In our infant room, we begin early sign language and flash card use.
Toddler Care Program
At Woodpark, we begin more structured learning in the Toddler room. We incorporate exciting play opportunities for our toddlers alongside beginning Montessori education.
Also offers: Preschool Program
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Montessori learning center for toddlers and preschoolers. Program focuses on developing minds and spirits of infants and toddlers in a Montessori environment while striving for equity, community, and...
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Center offering care to infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children. Program places emphasis on learning through hands-on activities. Daily curriculum includes practical life activities,...
Infant
Even in our infant care room, we foster and nurture your child’s budding independence. With plenty of floor space your child can move and explore, as they are ready.
Toddler
The long term positive impact seeds of Montessori truly begin to take root at the Toddler age.
Also offers: Preschool
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Children's Discovery serves families through the exceptional care and education of children. Our teachers are loving, experienced, and consistent. The daily schedule is structured, academically...
Infant Care
Our teachers are consistent, loving, and experienced. We provide a variety of activities that promote learning such as reading stories, singing songs, playing games, exploring musical instruments, going for walks, crawling on climbers in our classroom and in our indoor gym, etc.
Toddler Care
Our teachers are loving, experienced, and consistent. The toddler daily schedule is structured, academically focused and fun! Weekly lessons and activities focus on a curriculum rich in reading, math, science, art, music, sensory, dramatic play and imaginative play.
Also offers: Preschool Care, Pre-Kindergarten
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Childcare Costs in Minnesota
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Childcare Assistance in Minnesota
Explore financial assistance programs available in Minnesota, including childcare subsidies, tax credits, and free preschool options for eligible families.
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What Is Drop-in Daycare?
As more parents shift to remote work or jobs with non-traditional hours, there is a need for more flexible childcare options.
FAQs About Mendota Heights Drop-In Daycares
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How does drop-in daycare work
- For most drop-in daycare programs, you need to register your child in advance. Then, once you are enrolled, you can 'drop-in' when you need to. You may need to call ahead each day to ensure there is availability or book your spot online. Drop-in daycares are great when your regular childcare falls through or if you just need a few hours of care here and there.
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What is a drop-in daycare?
- A drop-in daycare service can be a solution for parents seeking temporary childcare. This option caters to those in need of a safe, nurturing environment for their children, whether for just a few hours or a full day. With a variety of providers offering different durations of care, parents can easily find a match for their specific needs, ensuring their children are well-looked after even when regular arrangements are unavailable.