Information for Prospective Families

The Early Childhood Education (ECE) program at St. David's Center has a more than 48-year reputation of providing high-quality preschool and extended-day child care for families in Minnetonka and the surrounding Twin Cities west metro. Our program serves children ages 16 months to five years and focuses on the individual needs of each child, helping them reach their full potential.

Some of the features of the ECE program at St. David's Center include:

Curriculum

• School readiness: With a focus on educating the whole child in a classroom environment, the curriculum develops a child's pre-academic, social/emotional and motor skills to better prepare them for success in school
• Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
• Enrichment classes (i.e., music, art, etc.)
• An English/Spanish preschool option
• Summer programs (through age seven)

Environment

• Unique learning and playing environments, including large gyms, playgrounds and a School Forest
• Vibrant classrooms with spaces for art, sensory, dramatic play and reading
• Inclusive classroom environments: Children with special needs are thoughtfully included in the classroom with extra support staff to ensure a positive experience for all children. Children with typical needs are taught lifelong skills such as empathy, compassion, being flexible and patient, and the value of each individual.

Staff

• Low teacher-to-student ratios, allowing for more one-on-one attention
• Head teachers with four-year degrees in child development, education, psychology or related field
• Ongoing staff training and development

Support

• Extended child care for all age groups
• Family support and regular parenting lectures
• Access to additional onsite services and therapies, including collaboration with ECE teachers to benefit each child

Getting Started

We hope that the following information will help you determine if St. David's Center is the right preschool for your family.

• Enrollment Information
• FAQs
• Inclusion Opportunities
• Program Options
• Summer Programs