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Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) recognizes that parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. ECFE offers parents hands-on learning experiences and parenting discussions that will help for the building blocks for a lifetime of learning.

*Please note: Wonderful Ones, Monday Amazing Twos, & Evening Mixed Ages for Fall 2024 is full. Please add yourself to the waitlist (or call the office). 

UPDATE 8/7/2024: We have combined "Baby & You" and "Wonderful Ones" to make a combined age class to meet the needs of our families on our Wonderful Ones waitlist.  Please call the office if you have any questions: 218-879-9291

What happens in an ECFE class?

1. Parent and child interaction time: A licensed early childhood teacher and assistant provide developmentally appropriate activities, songs and stories for parents and children to enjoy together.

2. Child time: A time devoted to learning through play and activities with licensed teachers and assistants while parents participate in a parent discussion time in a separate room.

3. Parent Time: Parents or caregivers participate in a discussion led by a licensed parent educator. Joys and challenges of parenting are shared and topic discussions are designed to address the developmental needs of each group.

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes meet once a week. Together, parents and children participate in activities and experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills. ECFE teachers use the Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework and Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning Standards provided through the Minnesota Department of Education.

All classes are offered mid September through May.

Sibling care is available for most classes.

ALL families are welcome. Reduced Rates / Early Learning Scholarships are available. Please call our office for more information. 218-879-9291. 

No family will be turned away do to inability to pay. Minnesota Statutes, section 124D.13, subdivision 6

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*Please note: Wonderful Ones, Amazing Twos Monday, & Mixed Ages for Fall 2024 is full. Please add yourself to the waitlist (or call the office).

UPDATE 8/7/2024: We have combined "Baby & You" and "Wonderful Ones" to make a mixed ages class to meet the needs of our families on our Wonderful Ones waitlist. Please call the office if you have any questions: 218-879-9291

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Mixed Ages - Evening Class
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Our Mixed Ages class is a great opportunity for families with more than one child to be able to experience ECFE together. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) recognizes that parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. ECFE offers parents hands-on learning experiences and parenting discussions specific to their child's age that will help build the foundation for a lifetime of learning. What happens in an ECFE class? 1. Parent and child interaction time: A licensed early childhood teacher and assistant provide developmentally appropriate activities, songs and stories for parents and children to enjoy together. 2. Child time: A time devoted to learning through play and activities with licensed teachers and assistants while parents participate in a parent discussion time in a separate room. 3. Parent Time: Parents or caregivers participate in a discussion led by a licensed parent educator. Joys and challenges of parenting are shared and topic discussions are designed to address the developmental needs of each group. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes meet once a week. Together, parents and children participate in activities and experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills. ECFE teachers use the Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework and Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning Standards provided through the Minnesota Department of Education. All classes are offered mid September through May. ALL families are welcome. Early Learning Scholarships Are Available! Call today to find out more information! 218-879-9291 Sibling care is available for most classes. Please use your child's age as of September 1, 2024.
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Creative Kids
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Your creative kid is learning skills such as naming colors, showing affection and hopping on one foot. In our Creative Kids class we help your child develop these and many other skills through play, song, stories and movement. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) recognizes that parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. ECFE offers parents hands-on learning experiences and parenting discussions specific to their child's age that will help build the foundation for a lifetime of learning. What happens in an ECFE class? 1. Parent and child interaction time: A licensed early childhood teacher and assistant provide developmentally appropriate activities, songs and stories for parents and children to enjoy together. 2. Child time: A time devoted to learning through play and activities with licensed teachers and assistants while parents participate in a parent discussion time in a separate room. 3. Parent Time: Parents or caregivers participate in a discussion led by a licensed parent educator. Joys and challenges of parenting are shared and topic discussions are designed to address the developmental needs of each group. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes meet once a week. Together, parents and children participate in activities and experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills. ECFE teachers use the Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework and Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning Standards provided through the Minnesota Department of Education. All classes are offered October through May. ALL families are welcome. Early Learning Scholarships Are Available! Call today to find out more information! 218-879-9291 Sibling care is available for most classes. Please use your child's age as of September 1, 2024. Please note: You must be enrolled in Monday or Wednesday Creative Kids to attend Creative Kids Plus on Fridays. Creative Kids Plus is drop off - child participates without parent on Fridays.
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Amazing Twos
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Your amazing two year old is learning skills such as taking turns, playing make believe and kicking a ball. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) recognizes that parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. ECFE offers parents hands-on learning experiences and parenting discussions specific to their child's age that will help build the foundation for a lifetime of learning. What happens in an ECFE class? 1. Parent and child interaction time: A licensed early childhood teacher and assistant provide developmentally appropriate activities, songs and stories for parents and children to enjoy together. 2. Child time: A time devoted to learning through play and activities with licensed teachers and assistants while parents participate in a parent discussion time in a separate room. 3. Parent Time: Parents or caregivers participate in a discussion led by a licensed parent educator. Joys and challenges of parenting are shared and topic discussions are designed to address the developmental needs of each group. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes meet once a week. Together, parents and children participate in activities and experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills. ECFE teachers use the Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework and Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning Standards provided through the Minnesota Department of Education. All classes are offered October through May. ALL families are welcome. Early Learning Scholarships Are Available! Call today to find out more information! 218-879-9291 Sibling care is available for most classes. Please use your child's age as of September 1, 2024.
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Baby & You / Wonderful Ones
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*Please Note: We have combined Baby & You and Wonderful Ones to meet the needs of our families. The first months of life are a very special time for you and your baby. In our Baby & You class you will learn about the importance of these early years and what you can do to promote healthy development. Your wonderful one year old is beginning down the road to independence and exploring what is around them! (We realize separation from one year olds can be difficult and will begin a gradual separation when each group is ready.) Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) recognizes that parents are their child’s first and most important teachers. ECFE offers parents hands-on learning experiences and parenting discussions specific to their child's age that will help build the foundation for a lifetime of learning. What happens in an ECFE class? 1. Parent and child interaction time: A licensed early childhood teacher and assistant provide developmentally appropriate activities, songs and stories for parents and children to enjoy together. 2. Child time: A time devoted to learning through play and activities with licensed teachers and assistants while parents participate in a parent discussion time in a separate room. 3. Parent Time: Parents or caregivers participate in a discussion led by a licensed parent educator. Joys and challenges of parenting are shared and topic discussions are designed to address the developmental needs of each group. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes meet once a week. Together, parents and children participate in activities and experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills. ECFE teachers use the Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework and Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning Standards provided through the Minnesota Department of Education. All classes are offered October through May. ALL families are welcome. Early Learning Scholarships Are Available! Call today to find out more information! 218-879-9291 Sibling care is available for most classes. Please use your child's age as of September 1, 2024.
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Grandparents Class
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Grandparents are a valuable resource because they have so many stories and experiences from their own lives to share. Our Grandparents Class provides an excellent opportunity for you to play and explore the classroom with your grandchild(ren). Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) recognizes that grandparents can be one of a child’s first and most important teachers. ECFE offers grandparents hands-on learning experiences and discussions specific to their grandchild's age that will help build the foundation for a lifetime of learning. What happens in an ECFE class? 1. Grandparent and child interaction time: A licensed early childhood teacher and assistant provide developmentally appropriate activities, songs and stories for grandparents and children to enjoy together. 2. Child time: A time devoted to learning through play and activities with licensed teachers and assistants while grandparents participate in a discussion time in a separate room. 3. Grandparent Time: Grandparents participate in a discussion led by a licensed parent educator. Joys and challenges of grandparenting are shared and topic discussions are designed to address the developmental needs of each group. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes meet once a week. Together, parents and children participate in activities and experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills. ECFE teachers use the Parent Education Core Curriculum Framework and Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning Standards provided through the Minnesota Department of Education. All classes are offered October through May. ALL families are welcome. Early Learning Scholarships Are Available! Call today to find out more information! 218-879-9291 Sibling care is available for most classes. Please use your child's age as of September 1, 2024.
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