Taconite, MN

Little Explorers Discovery Center serves the Taconite area with a comprehensive early childhood education program focusing on play-based learning and developmental milestones. The center features state-licensed teachers with early childhood degrees, low student-to-teacher ratios, and a secure facility with keypad entry systems. Their curriculum includes STEM activities, literacy development, and social-emotional learning. The center provides nutritious meals and snacks, has both indoor and outdoor play areas designed for different age groups, and maintains excellent communication with parents through daily reports and a dedicated app.

Rainbow Child Care Center operates a well-established facility serving the Iron Range region including Taconite. The center follows the Creative Curriculum system with age-appropriate learning centers and emphasizes whole-child development. Features include certified early childhood educators, comprehensive security systems including surveillance cameras, and USDA-approved meal programs. The center offers extended hours to accommodate working families, has large outdoor playgrounds with age-appropriate equipment, and provides regular developmental assessments with parent-teacher conferences.

Kiddie Korner Child Care & Learning Center has been serving the Hibbing/Taconite area for nearly two decades with a reputation for quality care and educational excellence. The center features a balanced curriculum that combines structured learning with creative play, focusing on kindergarten readiness skills. Staff members are CPR and First Aid certified with ongoing professional development requirements. The facility includes secure entry systems, modern classroom environments, and natural outdoor play spaces. Parents appreciate the strong community feel, consistent communication, and the center's commitment to individualized attention for each child.