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Minnetonka Preschool & ECFE

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NAEYC accredited & 4-star Parent Aware early childhood program focusing on social, emotional and cognitive development in children birth to five.

Part of the Minnetonka School District, the Minnetonka Early Childhood program is committed to world-class, child-centered excellence. At Minnetonka Preschool children, ages 30 months to five years, learn about the world around them through exploration and grow in a safe environment that focuses on social, emotional and cognitive development. Our program builds a child’s confidence and provides them with skills that prepare them for kindergarten. We offer a variety of options to fit every child’s developmental needs. Choose from two to five day programs, with the option to combine select classes with one or two days of parent education. Flexible scheduling and childcare is available with Junior Explorers Club, Lunch Bunch and Minnetonka Community Education enrichment and recreational programs. Through Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), parents and children, birth to age 5, take classes together that promote interaction and teach parenting techniques. Our program seeks to involve parents in their child’s education right from the start. Not only are they a child’s first and most important teacher, but research shows when parents are involved, children do better later in school.

10/23/2026

🍂🎃 We hope to see you tomorrow for the Fall Family Fling hosted by the amazing Preschool & ECFE PTO! 👻🍁

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 9:30–11 AM
📍 MCEC

10/22/2026

Let Them Struggle? 💛

When should you step in, and when should you let your child work through a challenge?

Hear from Early Childhood Parenting Coach Jessica Dunne about why struggle is an essential part of brain development and how you can support your child as they navigate challenges.

🔗 youtube.com/watch?v=MDPPCNQvPXk

10/20/2026

Our next guest reader is..... Teacher Kendra! 📚🎧
Give the story line a call and take a listen to Dragons Love Tacos. 🌮🐉 Call 952-401-6899

10/19/2026

💛 Parenting takes a village and support is available!

Did you know free Parent/Caregiver Coaching and Family Support is available for families with students from birth through high school?

Meet one-on-one with a licensed parent educator to talk through challenges, explore strategies and find ways to support your family. Whether you're navigating the toddler years, the school-age years or the teenage years, we can all use a little support along the way!

Visit tinyurl.com/MCEParentCoaching

10/15/2026

Each month, our Mini-Tonka Times newsletter explores a different parent education topic, offering resources and information from Minnetonka Parent Educators to support you and your family. This month’s focus is Productive Struggle: Growing Through Challenges 💛

As parents, it's natural to want to step in when our children feel frustrated. But sometimes, the best way to help is to give them the space and support to work through a challenge.
✨ Productive struggle helps children build confidence, develop coping skills and grow resilience.
You don't have to solve every problem for your child. Sometimes, being there to support them as they figure it out is enough.

Want to receive Mini-Tonka Times? Send us a DM! 📩

10/13/2026

We love this one! 📚🎧
Give the story line a call and take a listen to Llama Llama Mad at Mama read by Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Tara LaClaire! 🦙🦙
Call 952-401-6899

10/06/2026

Principal Gilbertson's story is up next! 📚🎧
Give the story line a call and take a listen to The Carrot Seed read by Groveland Principal, Mr. Gilbertson! 🥕
Call 952-401-6899

09/29/2026

Ready for a new story? 📚🎧
Dog Days of School is the latest Story Line book, read by Elida Kane, Director of Academic Programs! ❤️🐶
Give it a listen by calling 952-401-6899.

09/26/2026

🍂🎃 Don’t miss the Fall Family Fling hosted by the amazing Preschool & ECFE PTO! 👻🍁

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 9:30–11 AM
📍 MCEC

See you there! 🍁

09/25/2026

Looking for ways to get involved? 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️ Help us create a strong school community by joining the Minnetonka Preschool & ECFE PTO! 🤝
The PTO is a group of parents committed to supporting Minnetonka Preschool & ECFE. They organize fundraising events, host family fun events, and meet monthly to plan exciting initiatives.
Whether you're interested in joining the PTO or want to help with volunteering or fundraising they’d love to meet you! Visit tinyurl.com/MCEPreKPTO to learn more. The first meeting will be held on Thursday, October 8 from 7-9 pm at MCEC.

Address

4584 Vine Hill Rd
Excelsior, MN
55331

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4pm
Thursday	7:30am - 4pm
Friday	7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+19524016812

Website

http://www.minnetonkacommunityed.org/, https://www.minnetonkaschools.org/district/mcec/early-childhood/preschool/pto, ht

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