Child Care Center
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New Discoveries Child Care Center
Brainerd, MN
· Crow Wing County
703 Oak St,
Brainerd, MN 56401
Quick Facts
Capacity
69 children
Age Range
Infant, Toddler
Type of Care
Day Program
Food Program
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
2000088
License Holder
The Brainerd Family Young Men's Christian Association
Licensed Since
2024
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Crow Wing County Social Service Center
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About the Provider
New Discoveries Child Care Center is a Child Care Center in Brainerd MN, with a maximum capacity of 69 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant, Toddler.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-03-11 | Fine Order | |
| 2026-02-25 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-04-23 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 1; and section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1) - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-01-22 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 10 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item E - Medication/First Aid Violation Description: Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Hot or hazardous surfaces were not shielded or insulated. Medication/First Aid: The program did not comply with medication storage requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-10-09 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 10 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2. - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 245A.40, subdivision 1 - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: Hot or hazardous surfaces were not shielded or insulated. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-07-18 | Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
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