Yellow Brick Road ECDC - Minnetonka
Open today 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Description provided by the business.Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center and Daycare is a licensed childcare provider serving children from 6 weeks through Pre-K, with summer programs available for school-aged children. Yellow Brick Road offers a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment designed to support each child’s social, emotional, and academic growth. Programs include infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-kindergarten care, with age-appropriate curriculum, structured routines, and opportunities for creative play. Yellow Brick Road partners closely with families through ongoing communication and community engagement to create a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Our mission is to “put good humans into the world and leave the world better than we found it."
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Location Info
10420 Yellow Cir Dr
Minnetonka, MN 55343
| Monday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Financial Aid
- Sibling Discount
- Subsidies & Vouchers
Languages Spoken
- English
Location Details
- Offers classes for kids.
- Offers out-of-school time care.
- Offers summer care programs.
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Staff are first aid certified.
- Meals are provided.
- Outdoor play space is available.
Programs Offered
Infants
Wobblers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
It seems impossible to think that your scooting, walking, babbling, and talking toddler was once coming home with you from the hospital. These are critical years of development, and it’s crucial that your child receives the best possible care. Yellow Brick Road doesn’t only provide exceptional child care for families, we also build an academic foundation your child will carry throughout their life. Social-emotional growth is a strong focus as toddlers begin to understand play, relationships, and human connection. Through songs, literacy activities, and engaging lessons, children continue building these skills each day. While we follow a daily routine and schedule, we recognize that every child grows at their own pace and work to meet each child where they are in a gentle, nurturing way. Our Wobblers program implements the Creative Curriculum, offering research-driven activities rooted in language development and early learning. With constant supervision, guidance, and care from our teachers, children are supported as they begin to navigate their world and build a strong foundation for future academic success.
Education Types
- Creative Curriculum
Explorers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
The growth that happens during this stage is remarkable. Your child’s brain is developing rapidly, and each day brings new opportunities to explore, learn, and grow. This is why it’s important to choose more than basic child care. You want an environment that nurtures curiosity and supports healthy development. In our Explorers program, children begin building social-emotional skills through guided group interaction, learning how to engage with peers, build relationships, and work together. Intentional play is a core part of each day, blending creativity, movement, and learning in meaningful ways. Yellow Brick Road offers academic child care through the Creative Curriculum, providing research-driven activities that support early learning and development. With thoughtful guidance from teachers, children explore their world while building a strong foundation for future success.
Education Types
- Creative Curriculum
Preschool
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
Because the growth your child experiences during this stage is so crucial to their overall development, it’s important they have an academic foundation to support them. In our Preschooler Program, teachers provide a thoughtful balance of group and individual instruction. At this stage, children begin practicing independence, focus, and social interaction, skills that prepare them not only for the next grade levels, but for life. Social-emotional growth is a key focus of our program. Through lessons, playtime, and hands-on activities, children are encouraged to explore their natural curiosity throughout the day. At Yellow Brick Road, learning opportunities are everywhere. We implement the Creative Curriculum to support academic success through research-driven, engaging lessons that spark curiosity and a love of learning.
Education Types
- Creative Curriculum
Pre-K
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
Pre-K plays an essential role in preparing children for kindergarten and beyond. The academic learning, social-emotional growth, and self-regulation skills developed during this stage all support long-term success in school and life. Our Pre-K Program is designed to help children build confidence, independence, and readiness for the classroom. Kindergarten readiness is a key focus, with children practicing foundational skills like early writing, counting, and identifying basic shapes. Just as important, children strengthen self-regulation skills, learning how to manage emotions, behaviors, and focus in a supportive environment alongside their peers. Yellow Brick Road implements the Creative Curriculum in our Pre-K classrooms, offering research-based instruction through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Teachers create meaningful lessons that help children understand academic concepts while exploring the world around them. Our Pre-K Program provides a nurturing, structured environment where children are supported as they grow, learn, and thrive.
Education Types
- Creative Curriculum
Licensing
Yellow Brick Road ECDC - Minnetonka is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
1081604
Capacity
135
Issued
09/16
Parent Reviews
Outstanding care and service from the YBR staff. Our kids love going there!
Our son has been attending YBR in Minnetonka since he was 3 months old. You can tell how much the teachers care about him, which made the transition to daycare so much easier. I love the updates throughout the day and how many different activities/crafts they involve the babies in. We love the teachers and trust that he is in good hands!
We have been going to YBR for about 1.5 years and have truly loved our experience! From the enriching curriculum, crafts, outside and gym time, among all else, we are assured our child is always doing fun activities and learning! We can’t thank the incredible staff enough; and, especially love the director Maura who is SO dedicated to making each child feel welcomed and loved. She is meant to work with children with her big heart and constant smile! We love YBR!
We have had both of our kids now at YBR since they were three months old. We have seen the center evolve and go through a lot of changes, but could not be more happy with their care. The teaches have always been wonderful and we can tell they truly care about our kids. The current director, Ms. Maura has been absolutely amazing! She is so engaging with both parents and the kids, and communication has been great. We love the constant child and center updates we receive and our kids always look forward to going!
