REACHING FOR THE STARS CHILD CARE
Laugh Often, Dream Big, Reach for the Stars
About Us
Our Mission Statement
Providing individualized care to meet the needs of each child by partnering with parents.
Our Beliefs
We are committed in assisting parents by providing them with resources helpful in preparing their children for success in life.
We turn their attention outward, fostering community, collaboration, and respect for the dignity of others.
We listen to children and teach them the skills for their daily lives, as well as help each child become an independent learner.
We encourage spending time outdoors, interacting with God’s creation, and learning the living ways of nature.
We believe that it is important for children to learn life skills at a young age to better prepare them for a successful future.
We believe that children's curiosity and interest results in a love for learning that continues over a lifetime
We believe in the importance of developing young minds and bodies through physical play time, games, sports and creative activities.
Our Credentials
C3 licensed group family child care provider since 2001 for Dakota County in Eagan, MN.
• 2 licensed daycare providers year round
• 1 certified helper/substitute (daughter)
Child Development Associate degree.
Child care program scored a 6.78 in the Family Daycare Rating Scale(national average is 3.0).
Partner with Minnesota Quality Improvement Rating Task Force in the early development of Parent Aware.
Child care program rated a four star for the NSQIRS field test (now known as Parent Aware in Minnesota).
Mentor and Consultant for Minnesota Childcare Providers.
Members of Dakota County Family Child Care Association.
Former spokesperson to MN State Legislation for Northstar Quality Improvement Rating System (Parent Aware).
Participants in the USDA Nutrition Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Certified by Red Cross in Child First Aid and CPR.
Certificate of training in SIDS, Seizures and Abusive Head Trauma.
Our Additional Training
• Accumulated hundreds of hours of training.
Safe Baby, Safe Child - early brain development, SIDS, & Shaken Baby Syndrome.
Abusive Head Trauma Training
First Aid
Infant & Child CPR
Child Restraint Systems Training
Infant & Toddler Credential
Nutrition & Safety
Supporting Children
Challenging Behavior Strategies
Self-esteem
Power of Play
Strengthening Families
Developmentally Appropriate Behavior Guidance
Children's Social Lives
Child Growth & Development
Mind in the Making Series
Special Needs
Physical & Intellectual Development
Social & Emotional Development
Creating Cultural Connections
Family Relationships
Behavior Observation & Guidance
Observing, Recording & Assessing Child Development
Brain Development
Learning Styles
Nurtured Heart Approach
Nutrition & Obesity
Family Systems Theory
Creating Positive Learning Experiences
Promoting Social and Emotional Development
We strive to maintain our programs fundamentals above county and state requirements for the enjoyment and safety of your child.