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Thank you for your interest in
our preschool program. Your child has individual needs and our
experienced preschool teachers take the time to build a relationship
with you and your preschooler to
understand your personal requests on a daily basis.
What our Classroom Includes
Age Range - 3 to 4 years.
Small Student/Teacher Ratio - 10:1 with a maximum classroom size of
30 preschoolers.
Experienced Teachers who have been employed with Children's
Discovery, on average, 12 years! They offer a safe and supportive classroom
for your child.
What our Program
Offers
A Daily Schedule that is structured, academically
focused and fun! Weekly lessons and activities focus on a curriculum
rich in reading, writing, math, science, art, music, sensory, dramatic
play and imaginative play.
American Sign Language will promote language
development in your son/daughter. Teachers will show your preschooler
how to sign the alphabet, numbers, and basic vocabulary while saying the
word out loud.
Language Development is encouraged daily through books, puppets,
finger plays and songs. Teachers will help your
son/daughter speak in full sentences using words more correctly in
context.
Star of the Week - Your preschooler will become the
classroom's star of the week encouraging positive self-esteem.
He/she will bring in items from home to share and introduce to the
classroom. This is a great way to give your son/daughter lots of
positive praise.
Toys and Activities that are developmentally appropriate for
your child & encourage building, painting, cutting, gluing, coloring, laughing, problem
solving, singing, dancing, exploring...LEARNING!
Enrichment Programs - Spanish, music, computer,
dance, swimming & soccer lessons.
Monthly Field Trips
- Relate to classroom lessons, bringing a firsthand experience to your child.
Social Development - Your preschooler is learning to
treat others as friends. He/she is encouraged by teachers to take
turns, share, show respect, use good manners, be independent in
toileting skills, dress him/herself (including shoes and coat) and use
words to resolve conflicts.
Emotional Development - Teachers coach self-help skills that
will help build your child's self-esteem.
Small Motor Development - Your preschooler
will spend time learning through building blocks, sorting beads, stringing
beads, cutting, painting, using different media for art, play dough,
pegboards and sensory tables.
Large Motor Development
- Your preschooler will enjoy recess twice daily outside on our playground or inside
in our gym. Activities will include running, jumping, climbing, hopping,
ball play, dancing, tumbling, riding bikes, kicking balls, etc.
Parent Testimonials
"The staff are wonderful! We started at Children's Discovery seven
years ago. Many staff members who were working at the center when we
started are still there. There is very little staff turnover and that
says a lot about the organization.
The staff are patient, compassionate, flexible and are respected by the
kids and parents. They are great role models for kids of all ages. They
have gentle, but firm discipline techniques and work with the parents.
The teachers are liked and trusted so much, many are asked by parents to
babysit for them evenings and weekends."
Lisa of White Bear Lake, MN
Mother of Kyle, Preschool Program
"All 3 of our daughters began attending Children's Discovery Academy
the day I returned to work following maternity leave (our oldest is now
8 and still attends the school's wonderful after school and summer
programs.) The thought of leaving your precious child in someone else's
care is stressful for any parent. But the wonderful teachers and staff
made the transition to daycare easy & enjoyable.
We have always felt confident that our children are in a caring, loving,
environment that encourages creativity, participation and learning. The
teachers are not only excellent caretakers but also great advisors to
parents on topics related to their children. The calm, fun & loving
approach embraced by the teachers and staff at Children's Discovery is
truly unique and greatly appreciated. It brings me great peace of mind
to know my children are so well cared for when I am at work."
Olivia of Little Canada, MN
Mother of Grace, Preschool Program
We heard about Children's Discovery from a co-worker whose son was
enrolled at the center. I wasn't sure what to expect at first. I loved
the location (literally minutes from our house) but was unsure about
leaving my baby with strangers. We started in the Infant room and were
overjoyed with the care/love that Kristi and Susie gave our baby! I
rarely felt the need to call and check on Morgan after the first few
weeks. I felt that she was safe and nurtured. That's all I could ask for
with our baby.
Last but not least, I have been amazed at what Morgan has learned at
only 3 1/2 years old. The curriculum is wonderful and they learn such
fantastic things at an early age. I feel like she couldn't get this much
from me. We are very pleased with Children's Discovery!
Ann of Vadnais Heights, MN
Mother of Morgan, Preschool Program
Before Ella was born, we researched dozens of daycares and toured those
we felt might provide excellent care. We chose Children's Discovery
because it was very conveniently located and we were confident after
meeting the teachers and the director, Jill, that Ella would receive the
best possible care in a loving, educational environment.
Children's Discovery met all of our expectations and has played a
critical role in the smart, funny and self-sufficient individual that my
daughter has become. We have been very impressed with the level of
professionalism and dedication everyone at the center shows on a daily
basis.
3 years ago, we moved and the location of the center became far less
convenient. However, we chose to keep Ella there and drive the extra
miles due to the excellent care she receives everyday.
Ella is excelling academically. At the preschool level she knows
numbers, letter, beginning reading and math skills, has excellent
vocabulary and most importantly - high self-esteem and respect for
others. Children's Discovery has played a key role in her development.
We could not be more pleased with the center and all of its stall.
Adina of Oakdale, MN
Mother of Ella, Preschool Program
Our son is enrolled in full-time daycare and started out in the toddler
room. He is now in the process of advancing from preschool to
prekindergarten. My husband and I have been very happy with Children's
Discovery. The teachers are excellent; the hours are flexible and most
important - we feel he is safe and learning new skills. We are fortunate
this school serves both breakfast and lunch. They have a clean
environment with a great outdoor play area. Many extra classes are
offered throughout the year which I highly encourage children to
participate in; soccer, computer classes and dance are some of our
favorite. We are expecting our second child and plan to enroll this baby
in the infant program too!
Amy of Little Canada, MN
Mother of Liam, Preschool Program
'We decided to bring our children to Children's Discovery after we had
some difficulties at our prior center. Our previous center lacked an
organized preschool program and we were looking for a more structured
program with lots of learning activities.
When we started at Children's Discovery, we weren't quite sure what to
expect. The teachers and staff were really great during our tour but we
didn't expect them to continue to be so caring and involved after we
started.
The preschool teachers took the time to work with our son and help him
adjust to the new changes and structure. Amber took extra time to
communicate with us about our preschoolers day and things we could do to
help him adjust. Amber ever took the time to call and let us know when
he had an exceptionally good day - which nearly brought tears to my
eyes! It is so nice to have the teachers tell you great things about
your children - instead of complaining about discipline issues like we
have had before.
Our preschool son has really benefited from the structure and learning
activities of the preschool room. Everyday he learns something new and
he love to come home and tell us about his day. He really enjoys the
field trips, water day and the learning theme of each week. He is very
excited to move up to the prekindergarten room in the fall. He is
actually excited to go to school every day, which is a very nice
change."
Alison of Vadnais Heights, MN
Mother of Gus, Preschool Program
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Little Canada (651) 484-4931 Vadnais Heights (651) 653-9871
