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Nativity Early Learning Center

St Paul, MN · Ramsey County
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5.0 (1 review)
1900 WELLESLEY AVE, St Paul, MN 55105
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Quick Facts

Capacity
123 children
Age Range
Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Transportation
Field Trips
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (651) 696-5437
1900 WELLESLEY AVE
St Paul, MN 55105
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
801618
License Holder
The Church of the Nativity of Our Lord
Licensed Since
1990
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Ramsey County Human Service Department

Reviews

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NELC Parent
2017-10-30 16:24:02
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

My son attends the Tweety Bird Room.  The teachers are so welcoming and he can't wait to go each day!  The curriculum is top notch and we love that the program is NAEYC Accredited.  

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About the Provider

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A child's earliest years include some of the most unique and valuable stages of life. At the Nativity Early Learning Center (NELC), our most important responsibility is to provide a safe, healthy, nurturing, and responsive setting for children. The NELC is committed to academic excellence for half day and full day preschool children, while also expanding the work of Nativity School for students in our extended day programs before and/or after school.

The NELC also provides a Summer Camp Program specifically designed for children 33 months-6th grade. Each week is filled with themes, hands on activities, arts and crafts, field trips, the bookmobile, gardening, park trips, and much more!

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday-Friday

Inspection/Report History

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Report Date Report Type Report Status
2026-05-12 Licensing Review In Compliance
2025-09-30 Maltreatment Investigation - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.01, subdivision 27 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices
Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2025-06-03 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DHS discovered the error. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2024-04-04 Licensing Review In Compliance
2023-05-16 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Violation Description: Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2022-09-21 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C. - Medication/First Aid
Violation Description: Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration procedures.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2020-11-23 Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review In Compliance
2020-01-31 Correction Order
2019-05-22 Correction Order
2018-07-23 Correction Order

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