Step by Step follows the Montessori school of teaching, providing a colorful, lively environment so children feel free to follow their natural curiosity. The schedule follows the Edina Public Schools calendar, and it has a summer program. Large climbers to both sides of the school provide exercise for the children. This program is especially geared toward self-directed children.
The Family Child Development Center (FCDC) is a nonprofit early childhood education and childcare center. FCDC offers full-time and part-time child care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
There are nine Especially for Children Child Development Centers, all in Minnesota. The Edinborough location was the second location to open, serving families since 1987. Especially for Children accepts children from infancy to 5 years old, offering infant, toddler and pre-school programs. Visit the website for a virtual tour of the location.
The Berry Patch is a preschool with a holistic approach to preparing children for kindergarten. The focus is on developing the mind, body and spirit in a fun, safe environment. This branch is located in the Calvary Christian Reformed Church. The staff has on average of more than 10 years of experience in childhood education.
Located in a building that was once a covenant of Incarnation Catholic Church, The Center for Performing Arts became an arts center in 1995. Currently the center offers numerous youth and adult dance classes. Students can take piano, cello, guitar, percussion and strings lessons. There are a number of health arts practitioners in the building who offer classes in Tai Chi, body work, yoga, movement integration and more. The Center for Performing Arts also rents space to artists for rehearsal.
On the north side of the building, The Center for Performing Arts is home to the Kingfield Community Garden, where 35 people from the surrounding area garden the 12 raised beds.
LA Beauty School teaches the fundamentals of cosmetology, esthiology and nail technology. Kim Smith, the owner, has built a diverse school and offers free massage, haircuts and nail care. Gratuities are always encouraged.
Since 1961, the Mayflower Early Childhood Center has offered a traditional pre-school program. In 2010, Mayflower added an all-day Montessori program. The pre-school emphasizes music, art and games in both traditional and Montessori methods, while the all-day Montessori also teaches reading, math, science and everyday skills.
Located in the East Harriet neighborhood of Southwest Minneapolis, this Montessori preschool serves children from 16-months to 6 years of age. In addition to its educational offerings, the school's calendar is packed with parties, potlucks and community resources like flu clinics. It's open five days a week. The school takes up space in the same building as the gorgeous St. Luke's church.
Located at 50th and France's shopping mecca, this establishment provides both nanny and tutoring services. Tutoring includes homework help, college prep and customized services for struggling students.
The Mathnasium Learning Center specializes in teaching children math in an easy-t0-understand way. It uses the patented Mathnasium Method and a personalized curriculum. All Mathnasium students receive one-on-one instruction and a customized learning plan based on the unique needs and goals of each child.
Children's Workshop is a Montessori-based educational daycare center. Offering care from 16-month through preschool, Children's Workshop is proud to be accredited by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). If you seek an educational, fun experience for your child, Children's Workshop may be just what you want.
Located inside St Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, Forestview Montessori teaches traditional Montessori methods and provides a caring, safe environment for children.