The following is a list of 21 day care centers located in Bloomington, Minnesota. This is for reference purposes only. Inclusion on this list should not be construed as a recommendation. One of the most important decisions a working parent can make is what day care center they choose to enroll their child in. Make sure to check out their qualifications, credentials and references. Residents of Bloomington, Minnesota can call the general Hennepin County Human Services number at 612-348-2163 to get more information. They offer these tips on “Things to Observe When Conducting a Child Care Site Visit” (quoted directly from their website at www.co.hennepin.mn.us ):
Are children greeted warmly when they arrive to help them feel comfortable?
Are reasonable limits for behavior set for the children?
Are children treated respectfully?
Is there a daily routine?
Is there an opportunity for individual interests?
Are there both quiet and active times?
Do children and staff seem involved and interested or bored?
How are TV/video/computers used?
Does the environment look clean and comfortable?
Is there space for all children to nap?
Is there a safe outdoor play area?
Ask to see any written policies or contracts.
Note: Sometimes one of the best times to observe is when you are not expected (dropping in during the afternoon while your child is in care or picking up your child earlier than usual).”
21 Day Care Centers Located In Bloomington, Minnesota:
1. All Gods Children is located at 3701 West Old Shakopee Road and can be reached at 952-884-9348
2. BabyCare is located at 8000 Portland Avenue South and can be reached by calling 952-884-2323
3. Bumblebee Preschool is located at 8508 10th Avenue South and can be reached by dialing 952-854-6635
4. Children’s World Learning Centers has four different establishments located throughout the city: one is at 9321 Ensign Avenue South and can be reached at 952-941-9196, two is located at 8101 Nicollet Avenue South and can be reached at 952-884-3000, three is at 8800 Cedar Avenue South and can be reached at 952-854-5905 and four is located 7400 West 109th Street and can be reached by calling 952-944-8042
5. Franlo Park Montessori & Childcare is located at 10419 Lee Drive. The phone number there is 952-943-2268
6. Hillcrest Child Care Center is located at 9100 Russell Avenue South and can be reached at 952-881-5330
7. KinderCare Learning Centers have two establishments in the city. One at 8950 France Avenue South that can be reached by calling 952-835-4955 and the second one is at 10801 Rhode Island Avenue South. The phone number there is 952-941-7817
8. Mina’s Day Care is located at 9800 Chowen Avenue South and can be reached at 952-831-9420
9. Montessori Children’s House is located at 9508 Garfield Avenue South and can be reached by dialing 952-881-4586
10. Mother Goose Inn is at 2740 West 80th Street. The phone number there is 952-948-9655
11. Mount Hope Redemption Extended School Day is located in the Mount Hope- Redemption Lutheran School at 927 East Old Shakopee Road. The phone number there is 952-881-881-0036
12. My Friends Christian Child Care located in Bloomington, Minnesota can be reached by calling 952-888-6477
13. New Horizon Child Care Centers have three places located around the city. One is located at 5340 Hyland Greens Drive and can be reached by calling 952- 830-1148, two is at 2201 West 1058th Street and can be reached at 952-884-3202 and the third is located at 8400 Normandale Lake Boulevard and can be reached by dialing 952-921-2273
14. Noah’s Ark Child Development Center is located at 10420 Normandale Boulevard. The phone number there is 952-888-4334
15. Open Arms Christian Early Childhood Center is located at 201 East 104th Street and can be reached at 952-888-5116
16. Play and Praise Christian Day Care Center is located at 8600 Bloomington Avenue South and can be reached by calling 952-854-5052
17. Rainbow Academy is located at 8851 15th Avenue South and can be reached at 952-853-2225
18. Rainbow Montessori is at 8736 Nicollet Avenue South. The phone number there is 952-888-8052
19. Small wonders Childcare is located at 8505 Portland Avenue South and can be reached at 952-884-4956
20. TLC Early Childhood Learning Center is at 11000 France Avenue South and can be reached by calling 952-884-7955
21. Wonder Care is located at 9800 Beard Avenue South. The phone number there is 952-831-1879
