Childcare

Calvary Childcare Center is an early learning program of Calvary Church that provides childcare for children ages 12 weeks to 5 years (pre-Kindergarten). Full-time arrangements are available for four or five whole days each week. Part-time arrangements are available on a limited basis for preschoolers.

Calvary Childcare Center is open daily except for designated holidays and teacher workshop days.
Monday through Friday
7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

OUR CURRICULUM

To guide our daily program and everyday interactions, we follow the complete, research-based system called HighScope.

The guiding concept behind HighScope is that children are active learners and learn best through hands-on experiences with people, objects and events. By providing these experiences, children are able to construct an understanding of their world and the people around them.

Using the HighScope model, we offer customized curriculum for two age levels:

2024-2025 Program Calendar

Enrollment INFORMATION

Interested in enrolling? We currently have openings in our Preschool classroom and we are accepting "Wait List Applications" (details below) for other age groups.

Applying for Enrollment

Prior to applying for enrollment with us, you are asked to meet with the director and take a tour of our program.

Upon acceptance into our program, you will receive a registration packet and parent handbook. At the same time, you will be required to submit an enrollment fee of $100, along with a deposit equal to your first week of tuition. Both fees are nonrefundable.

For families who are offered a future spot in our Infant Room or Toddler Room, a $100 monthly holding fee will be collected starting the month after we receive your deposit; we will collect up to five months or a total of $500. The monthly fees will be refunded toward your tuition the month after your start date. If enrollment is cancelled prior to the date of refund, the monthly holding fees are non-refundable.

Tuition rates

Starting September 1, 2024, our weekly tuition rates for the 2024-2025 school year are:

Infant (12 weeks to 16 months): $500 full time only

Toddlers (16 months to 26 months) & Transition (24 months to 36 months):

  • $423 full-time (4 or 5 days)
  • $317 part-time (2 or 3 days)

Preschool & Kindergarten-bound (3 to 5 years):

  • $375 full-time (4 or 5 days)
  • $293 part-time (2 or 3 days)

*Tuition NOT charged for the week of December 23, 2024 and week of June 30, 2025

    Waiting Lists

    When our current space does not allow for your child to be enrolled immediately, we welcome your application to be added to our waiting list. Simply complete and submit this form.

    PROCESS

    When your child’s name reaches the top of the list, we will call you to alert you to any age-appropriate opening according to the schedule you indicate below.

    PART-TIME OPENINGS

    Part-time openings are extremely limited. The wait for part-time options is usually considerably longer then the wait for full-time. If you are only waiting for part-time care, it is possible that we won’t ever be able to offer you an opening.

    ENROLLMENT CHANGES

    Please notify us anytime regarding changes in your enrollment options, preferred start date and contact information. Contact us by   or at 763.541.9774.

    POLICIES & TIPS

    To ensure your best possible experience with us, familiarize yourself with our:

      Accreditation & licensing

      We are a nationally accredited program and licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services Licensing Division.

      contact us

      Calvary Childcare Center is located on the main floor of Calvary Lutheran Church. For more information or to schedule a tour, reach us by email or contact us at:

      Phone: 763.541.9774
      Fax: 763.545.6953
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      Staff

      Margaret Mahowald

      Director

      Amy Cloutier

      Teacher

      Andrea Emery

      Teacher

      Penny Gilliland

      Teacher

      Tammy Hurley

      Teacher

      Tracy Kistner

      Teacher

      Hanna Lessard

      Teacher

      Debra Nichols

      Aide

      Lydia Nordstrom

      Teacher

      Elizabeth Plank

      Teacher

      Natalia Pluwak

      Teacher

      Eric Reilly

      Assistant Teacher

      Elizabeth Touchberry

      Teacher

      Cristy Ward

      Teacher

      Christa Zachman

      Teacher

      Lori Fletcher

      Asst. Teacher