“We decided to bring our children to Children’s Discovery after we had some difficulties at our prior center. 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. Our daughter warmed to the infant teachers right away, even though she usually is afraid of strangers. Our infant daughter has made so much progress during our few short months at Children’s Discovery. She loves to play with other children, has learned to…
“The Children’s Discovery Summer Program has a lot to offer. My son always loves the field trip days and I love the fact that he is able to do his swimming lessons during the school week. The staff are amazing at making the kids summer fun and memorable. What kid wouldn’t love going to the park and zoo plus many other places? And the staff are so great at informing you and keeping aware of what is going on on a weekly basis sometimes with daily reminder posters as well…love it!” Jen of Little CanadaMother of Tommy, School Age Program
“The summer program at Children’s Discovery is a great combination of fun and activities while continuing the learning experience. The frequent field trips and activities outside create a fun atmosphere and my son is excited every day to reconnect with his friends and have some fun. I really appreciate the extracurricular programs that are hosted during the day so he can take soccer and attend swimming lessons so we can focus our time at home on our family. The best thing about the summer program is the friendships that are developed and nurtured. I know that lifelong friendships have developed…
“The summer program at the Vadnais Heights location will be new to our family. Our son is now in the toddler room and will get the “perks” of having a summer program. Our family enjoyed what was done for the babies during the summer but knowing he will have a summer filled with activities is terrific. Actually, knowing he will be having so much fun makes me a little jealous – I want to be a kid again. Having structure around what they are learning, even during the summer is crucial. He will continue to be a sponge for knowledge and…
“My wife and I have enrolled our two daughters in Children’s Discovery, since they were infants. It was the best decision that we made for our kids. They have been immersed in a learning environment that encourages the kids to learn and discover their world. We’re amazed at how much they have learned and developed socially, while at Children’s Discovery. The staff is caring and easy to talk to. Our kids know all of the staff by name, and they enjoy going to school everyday. Lots of activities and enrichment programs help to enhance the experience at Children’s Discovery too….
“My husband and I decided on Children’s Discovery, a few months before Ethan was born. We quickly decided Children’s Discovery was the best fit for our family because it was locally owned and operated. Giving back to the community is very important to us and knowing that well respected daycare was local won us over immediately. My expectations for Children’s Discovery and particularly his classroom were that he be given lots of new experiences and cared about like he was his teacher’s child. Not only have these expectations been met, they have been exceeded. I know Ethan is cared for…
“We chose to bring our son to Children’s Discovery primarily because of the convenient location, the reasonable tuition rates, we liked the learning curriculum and it just felt “right” when we visited the center in Vadnais Heights. We had already been on tours at several other daycare centers and Children’s Discovery ultimately was the best choice for us. Since Aiden first began attending Children’s Discovery, we have been very satisfied. All of the employees are very caring and always keep Aiden’s needs in mind. We want him to be in a safe and clean environment and Children’s Discovery does just…
Parents Love Children’s Discovery Academy “As a parent and teacher in the White Bear Lake area, I am excited to share what I love about Children’s Discovery. The welcoming, caring, family atmosphere of Children’s Discovery fosters a deep sense of belonging which is key to the emotional and social well being of a child. Building on that strong foundation, teachers provide creative, relevant activities that bring out a desire in children to explore and learn. The fact that the center is owned by amazing people in our community seals the deal.” Tammy of Hugo, MN Mother of Tyler, Erin and…
We believe that each child is unique and special. We believe in focusing on the “WHOLE CHILD.” His or her social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. We believe that a positive, loving approach is the foundation for developing high self-esteem and a rewarding learning experience. We believe that experienced SPECIALISTS in early childhood development, who truly love children, are essential for an exceptional program. We believe in stimulating, specially designed programs, which provide a balance and variety of group activities, individual attention and creative free time. We believe in providing the best in facilities, teaching materials, and resources; including classrooms, infant…
When should I start looking for child care? Start looking for child care before you need it. We often have waiting lists for our programs so visit as early as possible. We accept appointments for visits but they’re not required. In fact, we don’t mind if you stop by unannounced… What type of licensing & accreditation do you have? Children’s Discovery is licensed by the state of MN. We’re accredited by NAEYC, a very reliable sign of a reputable center. We have a four-star (highest possible) Parent Aware rating. Parent Aware helps parents find quality programs using practices that best prepare children…
We have over 30 years of experience. There is no substitute for experience. We have invested over 30 years in fine-tuning our programs guaranteeing your satisfaction. We’re here to stay! Our Pre-Kindergarten graduates are better prepared for Kindergarten. Our well planned academic lessons are formulated to maximize your child’s academic potential. Our Kindergarten readiness is at 100%. In fact, we guarantee your child will be ready for Kindergarten after completing our Pre-Kindergarten program. Low turnover rate. We’ve learned the secret to great programs are employing great teachers. Many of our teachers have been with us for 10, 20 and even…
Our Story Children’s Discovery Academy of Early Learning was founded in 1981 as ‘Little Canada Day Care’. The original owners started the program because they themselves were looking for child care and could not find a program they would have trusted with their children. Being good business people and concerned parents, they knew they could create a program that was high quality, safe, welcoming and also a great educational environment for the children in their care. They immediately hired a person with an education background to run the program and the rest is history. The program in Little Canada was…
We are sure you’ll love Children’s Discovery Academy! During your first month with us, if for any reason you are unsatisfied with our care, we will refund your full tuition*. *Deposits are excluded.
Our on-site cooks prepare all of our home baked meals: breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack. Click here to view the Little Canada menu. Click here to view the Vadnais Heights menu.