Home Daycares in Elk River
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When smaller is better, home daycare is the best. Find great options for infants & toddlers near you.
Ms. Shante
Great Outdoor SpaceSome people just know what they want to do from a young age, and I’m definitely one of them. My very first job was working as a teacher in a daycare center and opening my own home daycare is something I have wanted to do ever since! The best part of my job is that I get the opportunity to create a safe environment where kids can learn and have fun every day. Contributing to my community in such a special way is so special.
Ms. Tierra
Special Needs ExperienceThere is so much for a young child to learn, and it’s really exciting to help them map their journey. Getting to know each kid as an individual, and guiding them as they find their passion, is such a rewarding experience. Watching them grow into even more incredible human beings and knowing you played a part in that is the reason I love what I do every day. Taking care of children has always come quite naturally to me. When I was very young, my siblings and I started our own babysitters’ club. Becoming a mother (to a wonderful 16-year-old daughter) really reinforced my love of children, and I got licensed when I was helping out with my niece. Over the years, I’ve had the joy of meeting a lot of really awesome kids, and I’m looking forward to getting to know even more of them through this daycare!
Ms. Khaalida
Special Needs ExperienceMs. Khaalida’s home daycare in SPRING caters to infants and toddlers, ages 2 months–6 years. As with every Texas daycare on NeighborSchools, her program is licensed by the DFPS - Texas Child Care Licensing. That way you know providers have completed a 3-part background record check, and that their home environments have passed a detailed health and safety inspection. Ms. Khaalida’s daycare is a great option for parents that want that small-scale, personal feeling with a daycare provider you can develop a real relationship with. Take the survey to see if she has a spot that works for you or check out the full profile for more details.
Ms. Kerian
Great Outdoor SpaceA small-scale daycare in MISSOURI CITY, Ms. Kerian provides care for just 10 children at a time. As with all home daycares, her program is licensed by the state and she’s completed training in childhood ages & stages, medication administration, and food safety. In this mixed-age group program, children get the socialization, stimulation and support they need to learn and grow. Parents are often surprised to discover home daycares like Ms. Kerian right in the neighborhood. See more details and take the survey to see if she has an opening for your little one.
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Elk River
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Other daycares near Elk River
All of these nearby daycares are licensed by the Department of Human Services. While they don’t work with NeighborSchools, you can visit the government website here to try to contact them directly.
Rebekah Jean Anderson
20818 Lander Court NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1049319
Licensed for 14 since 2007
Rebekah Jean Anderson runs a licensed Family Child Care program in Elk River. As with all home daycares in Minnesota, her program is licensed by the Department of Human Services, which ensures that she has completed trainings in childhood development, health & safety. Home daycares like this are a great option for parents looking for small-scale, personalized child care.
Veronica K Anderson AND Gary L Anderson
21070 Lander Street, Elk River, MN
License # 190424
Licensed for 14 since 1991
This home daycare in Elk River is led by Veronica K Anderson AND Gary L Anderson, a licensed Family Child Care educator. By choosing licensed child care, you can rest assured that the provider has passed a government-issued background record check, and that the home daycare environment has been inspected by the state licensing department. With a maximum of just 14 children, this program is a good option for parents close to home near Elk River.
Cheryl R Becker
11452 197th Ave NW, Elk River, MN
License # 201103
Licensed for 12 since 1991
Home daycares like Cheryl R Becker’s are a favorite with parents who want a small-scale child care program near Elk River. All daycares on NeighborSchools are fully licensed, so you know they’ve passed a background record check and educators have completed trainings in childhood development, health & safety. This daycare takes just 12 children, so each child gets lots of individualized care while learning to socialize in a small group setting.
Jenny Marie Bernardson
12779 196th Ln, Elk River, MN
License # 1030386
Licensed for 12 since 2004
Family child care provider Ms. Jenny runs this daycare out of her home in Elk River, Minnesota. She is licensed by the state to care for up to 12 children, which means she has completed required trainings and continuing education hours. Family child care programs can be a great fit for parents that want their child to get lots of individualized care and attention.
Dawn M Berndt
13168 192 1/2 LN NW, Elk River, MN
License # 217871
Licensed for 12 since 1995
A small, local home daycare in nearby Elk River, Minnesota led by Ms. Dawn. Many parents choose home daycares because the small group sizes can be great for infant and toddler development, and they are often more affordable than preschool centers. This child care program takes just 12 kids.
Carrie Lynn Braiedy
14227 201st Ave Northwest, Elk River, MN
License # 1028855
Licensed for 12 since 2004
Parents looking for a small-scale child care often prefer home daycares, like this one with Ms. Carrie in Elk River, Minnesota. Better ratios, more flexible schedules, and lots of love for the little ones are the keys. Most daycares take a mix of ages, which helps with childhood development as infants learn from toddlers, and the preschoolers act as role models for the babies. And this daycare takes a maximum of 12 kids total!
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Dawn M Burns
19304 Denver St NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1066101
Licensed for 10 since 2013
Bridget Lynette Carlsen
11061 190 1/2 AVE NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1048612
Licensed for 12 since 2007
Sandra L Carlson
17827 JOHNSON ST NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1048610
Licensed for 12 since 2007
Emily Marie Chase
431 QUINN AVE NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1087971
Licensed for 12 since 2017
Lori A Chatham
20046 Ironton St, Elk River, MN
License # 227544
Licensed for 12 since 1997
Christiana A Christopherson
21356 QUEEN CT NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1064736
Licensed for 12 since 2012
Benjamin J Cook
232 ELK HILLS DR NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1081707
Licensed for 12 since 2016
Eileen P Cummings
19386 Carson Cir NW, Elk River, MN
License # 216342
Licensed for 14 since 1995
Joseph G Fink
21090 YORK ST NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1079955
Licensed for 12 since 2015
Frances L Gunderson
17993 TYLER ST NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1107573
Licensed for 12 since 2021
Kirsten Michelle Gustafson
18236 Trott Brook Parkway, Elk River, MN
License # 1078693
Licensed for 10 since 2016
Tonya A Hoard
13388 179 1/2 AVE NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1087282
Licensed for 10 since 2017
Cheryl A Holzknecht
12406 193rd Ln NW, Elk River, MN
License # 209396
Licensed for 12 since 1993
Michele L Hudson
13132 183rd Ave NW, Elk River, MN
License # 107093
Licensed for 14 since 1998
Debra K Johnson
18144 HUDSON LN NW, Elk River, MN
License # 224840
Licensed for 12 since 1997
Kelley B Klebs
11134 191st Ave NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1092198
Licensed for 10 since 2018
Hannah Elizabeth Knip
12493 193RD LN NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1112017
Licensed for 10 since 2022
Amanda M Lalla
12529 194TH LN NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1105831
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Lola J Larson
19560 Vernon St NW, Elk River, MN
License # 234051
Licensed for 14 since 1998
Amy Lori Jeanne Lee AND Dion Vantyler
11237 196TH LN NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1092316
Licensed for 14 since 2018
Tiffany J McMackin
340 Norfolk Ave NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1065330
Licensed for 12 since 2013
Launa E Mikrut
10016 190TH AVE NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1105711
Licensed for 10 since 2020
Linda L Opsahl
19949 Zane Street, Elk River, MN
License # 219399
Licensed for 10 since 1996
Lisa M Rafferty
12491 194th Lane NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1064286
Licensed for 12 since 2012
Jennifer M Ritthirak AND Courtney J Offerdahl
335 Line Ave NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1064285
Licensed for 14 since 2012
Amy M Rizner
12400 RIDGEWOOD DR NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1105680
Licensed for 10 since 2020
Heather L Severson
18732 Albany St., Elk River, MN
License # 1002839
Licensed for 12 since 2000
Solid Rock Church
11800 196th Ave NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1051859
Licensed for 14 since 2008
Elizabeth M Studniski
13383 179TH CIR NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1104566
Licensed for 12 since 2020
Rebekah Lynn Sund
10686 182ND AVE NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1103149
Licensed for 12 since 2019
Lisa A Werner
18655 Cleveland St, Elk River, MN
License # 1058324
Licensed for 14 since 2010
Kelly A Williams
18845 Smith Dr, Elk River, MN
License # 1081963
Licensed for 12 since 2016
Angela Christine Wilson
19370 Zumbro Court NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1021256
Licensed for 12 since 2002
Deanna C Wold
11148 191st Ave NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1046252
Licensed for 12 since 2007
Crystal R Zins
19416 Dodge St NW, Elk River, MN
License # 1079525
Licensed for 12 since 2015
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