Claremont, MN

Little Sprouts Learning Center is Claremont's premier local childcare facility, offering comprehensive early childhood education programs in a nurturing, home-like environment. The center features a play-based learning curriculum that incorporates STEM activities, literacy development, and social-emotional learning. Their qualified teachers maintain low student-teacher ratios and focus on individualized development tracking. The facility includes secure indoor learning spaces and expansive outdoor play areas with age-appropriate equipment. They provide nutritious meals and emphasize parent communication through daily updates and regular conferences. Their strong safety protocols and small community atmosphere make them a top choice for local families.

Located in nearby Owatonna (serving Claremont families), Kiddie Korner has built an outstanding reputation over nearly two decades of operation. They offer a structured educational program that balances academic readiness with creative expression and physical development. The center employs state-licensed teachers with early childhood degrees and provides ongoing professional development. Their curriculum includes Montessori-inspired activities, phonics-based reading preparation, and hands-on science exploration. The facility features secure access systems, modern learning materials, and multiple age-specific classrooms. Parents consistently praise their transparent communication, flexible scheduling options, and the caring, experienced staff who create a warm, engaging environment for children.

Serving the broader Steele County area including Claremont, Sunshine Daycare & Preschool offers a comprehensive early childhood program focused on whole-child development. Their research-based curriculum emphasizes literacy, mathematics, social studies, and character development through thematic units and project-based learning. The center features certified teachers with specialized training in early childhood education and maintains excellent staff retention rates. Their facility includes dedicated art and music rooms, a large motor skills development area, and secure outdoor playgrounds. The center is known for its strong parent partnership approach, regular developmental assessments, and emphasis on creating a diverse, inclusive environment. Their transportation services for school-age children make them accessible to Claremont families.