HOPKINS EARLY LEARNING CENTER INC

Our Mission: Hopkins Early Learning Center, in partnership with families, creates an environment that provides the security, love and stimulation to help every child make sense of the world in his or her own way. We offer:

*Programs for ages 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten

*Full time programming for infants; full and limited part time options for toddlers and preschoolers

*Year-round educational programming; Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

*Music program weekly-included in tuition

*Monthly field trips for toddlers (onsite) and preschoolers (offsite)

*Nutritionally balanced meals and snacks

*Caring, experienced, professionally trained staff with an average tenure of 7 years

*Indoor gym and outdoor play areas

*All classroom staff certified in SIDS Prevention, Pediatric CPR and First Aid

*Licensed by the State of Minnesota Department of Human Services since 1981

*Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children since 1986

*Constant communication-including daily notes, weekly formal lesson plans, monthly calendars and twice-yearly conferences using the ASQ and ASQ:SE assessment tools

*Open door policy— parents are welcome, and encouraged to visit or observe our classes at any time