Wilkinson Barbara J dba Maple Grove Preschool and Childcare - Maple Grove MN Group family child care

8481 UPLAND LN N , Maple Grove MN 55311
(763) 213-9678
4 Reviews

About the Provider

Description:

Maple Grove Preschool and Childcare is an all day quality Early Childhood Program that serves children ages 3-6 years old.

This Program uses the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning Standards (ECIPs) to guide our curriculum and practices. Our program has enriching activities that include physical and movement development; language, literacy and communications; mathematics; science; social systems; approaches to learning; the arts, and social and emotional development.

We are unique in that you won't find a room packed with children here. We believe in high quallity environments where each child is given ample space and attention to thrive and grow! We have a very small group ratio of 6 children to 1 adult. Low child-to-adult ratios and small group sizes help ensure that your child gets enough one-on-one attention from an adult who is available to take care of each child’s unique needs. This responsive caregiving and interaction is extremely important to your child’s social and emotional development, physical well-being, and overall learning.

Children thrive in stable and nurturing environments where they are given the opportunity to form long term , loving attachments to a primary caregiver or teacher over time.

We know that all children who develop secure attachments with a primary caregiver or teacher during the early years of life are more likely to have positive relationships with peers, be liked by their teachers, perform better in school, and respond with resilience in the face of adversity as preschoolers and older children.

We do not have a high teacher turnout rate here, in fact, we guarantee your child will have one primary teacher and caregiver during the entire time they are here.

Contact me at : 763-213-9678 to set up an appt. for me to meet you and your child. I look forward to hearing from you!

Additional Information:

I have earned a four star rating in the Parent Aware program. http://parentaware.org/provider/3197/

I have a B.S. in Early Childhood Education from the University of Minnesota and have designed the entire lower level of my home for children to learn and grow in.

I use the High/Scope curriculum with the children in my care. The idea that children are the source of their own learning forms the center of the High/Scope curriculum. I support children's active learning by providing a variety of materials, making plans and reviewing activities with children, interacting with and carefully observing individual children, and leading small- and large-group active learning activities.

Children engage in both individual and social play, participate in small- and large-group activities, assist with cleanup, socialize during meals, develop self-care skills, and exercise their small and large muscles.

I work and play alongside children and communicate with them both verbally and nonverbally to encourage learning. Sharing control with children allows for an environment that supports and encourages learning. 

I am in the process of earning my Kindermusik Educators License and bring all that I am learning into my program to cultivate listening skills, creative movement, and musical appreciation to the children in my program.

No transporting of children under age nine.;

No transporting of children under age eight.;


Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 810705
  • Capacity: 12
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations B.S. Early Childhood Education
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: Family Child Care
  • Initial License Issue Date: Aug 14, 1996
  • Current License Issue Date: Sep 01, 2023
  • Current License Expiration Date: Aug 31, 2025
  • District Office: Hennepin County Social Services
  • District Office Phone: (612) 348-5937 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Report Date Report Type Report Status
2023-07-03 Licensing Review In Compliance
2022-08-03 Licensing Review In Compliance
2021-06-10 Licensing Review In Compliance
2020-08-14 Licensing Review In Compliance
2019-08-06 Licensing Review In Compliance
2018-09-04 Licensing Review In Compliance

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Reviews

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Matt Noble Mar 27, 2023
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Best Preschool Experience for my daughter hands down! We took her out of a very crowded Center environment that was crowded with kids. She seemed to have a new teacher every few weeks because they all quit. My wife and I loved the feeling and look of this preschool the minute we walked in the door. It is located in the lower level of a home which we love , and designed for children. Beautiful space with a ton of learning every day!

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Anna Brennar Feb 12, 2021
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Quality Preschool Program and rare to find such a wonderful very small group of children which created a very safe place for my daughter to open up socially. Usually children are packed into one space and this Preschool has a limited enrollment which makes it higher quality to us. Wonderful curriculum and activities made learning fun. Several learning centers with so many fun learning materials in a spacious space of an entire floor . A Waldorf feeling of high quality Preschool. One of the Best Preschools in Maple Grove we have experienced!

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Sarah Apr 03, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

The minute you walk into the lower level of this home that is designed like a Preschool classroom, you feel the nurturing, enriching experiences and learning that takes place here. This is more of a preschool setting as Barbara is a licensed preschool teacher and I always felt fortunate to have found this hidden gem for my children to learn and grow in. This is more than just a child care, it is a preschool that teaches. Beautiful Place!

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Micah's Mama Jun 21, 2017
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

Barb is amazing!!!! She is so understanding, accepting and knowledgeable of kiddos. Her patients with my son who as severe ADHD is phenomenal! Barb is also a strong supporter of Art and Music and integrates it into the Daily lessons. She has a beautiful home and has dedicated the whole walkout basement into an environment enriched with lots of indoor and outdoor activities! We hated to say goodbye but my son is starting kindergarten and I would highly recommend Barb to anybody who's looking for a great at home child care!

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