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St. Francis Preschool

Brainerd, MN · Crow Wing County
817 JUNIPER ST, Brainerd, MN 56401
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Quick Facts

Capacity
40 children
Age Range
Preschool
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (218) 829-2344
817 JUNIPER ST
Brainerd, MN 56401
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
802328
License Holder
St. Francis' Church, Brainerd
Licensed Since
1984
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

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St. Francis of the Lakes Catholic Preschool provides children with a play-based child-focused integrated curriculum. Each child's stage of development and readiness to experience the world around them is honored and respected.

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday
  • Open Hours7:45 am to 4:15pm

Inspection/Report History

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Report Date Report Type Report Status
2025-10-22 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.41, subdivision 13 - Food and Water Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices
Violation Description: Children's Records: The program did not develop an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy. Food and Water: The program's water bottle policy did not include all required items. Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water.
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
2024-11-06 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1 - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices
Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2023-10-18 Fine Order
2023-10-11 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 2 - Health Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices
Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Health Practices: The program's policy for handling and disposing of bodily fluids did not include all required items. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
See Licensing Action Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2022-03-29 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4; and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, item D. - Staff Training
Violation Description: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2021-02-03 Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review In Compliance
2020-05-08 Fine Order
2020-03-17 Correction Order
2019-03-14 Correction Order

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