Believe it or not, preschool registration season is here! There are LOTS of local preschool options, so for your reference, I’ve put together a list of schools and programs in St. Michael-Albertville and the surrounding area. Most schools begin enrollment in January for the following fall. Check with any schools you’re interested in to find out when they open, as some of the more popular programs fill up quickly!

Our list is broken down into two basic categories—preschools that meet in/are associated with churches, and those that are not. If you are specifically looking for one or the other, you may use these links to jump to that part of the list:  Traditional Preschools  Church Preschools  (schools are sorted alphabetically)

Traditional Preschools

Bright Beginnings Preschool
60 Central Avenue W, St. Michael 
School readiness preschool program through STMA Community Education, whose goal is to provide a positive learning experience in an environment that inspires exploration, experimentation, and discovery. Ages 3–5
Website | Facebook | janeh@mystma.org | 763-497-6512

Goddard School
5301 LaBeaux Avenue, Albertville
Child care program committed to providing a high-quality preschool experience. Play-based preschool designed to develop a child’s school-, career-, and life-readiness. Ages 3–5
Website | Facebook | 612-438-2595

Happee Hollee’s Preschool
10134 44th Court NE, St. Michael
Loving, fun, natural/organic, and developmentally appropriate home-based preschool program that incorporates Christian values and naturally guides children to school and life readiness. Ages 3+
Website | Facebook | hollee@happeehollee.com | 763-300-9749

Just 4 Kids
60 Central Avenue W, St. Michael
A childcare program offered through Kids Play (STMA Community Education) that includes small-group learning opportunities and hands-on experiences. Ages 4+
Website | lisab@mystma.org | 763-497-6513

Laurel Academy Early Learning Center
6558 Laketowne Place, Albertville
Child care and preschool center with a mission to create a superior educational experience for young children through exceptional teachers and curriculum. Ages 3–5
Website | Facebook | director@laurelacademyelc.com | 763-269-5003

Lil’ Explorers Childcare Center
5702 Lachman Ave NE, Albertville and
4123 Oakwood Parkway NE, St. Michael
Safe environment that encourages exploration and development, with curriculum centered around the skills necessary to be successful in kindergarten. Ages 33 months–5 years
Albertville: Website | Facebook | 763-432-1912
St. Michael: Website | Facebook | 763-497-1029

New Creations Child Care & Learning Center
4120 Edgewood Drive, St. Michael
Accredited, faith-based curriculum aimed at nurturing the whole child and introducing them to the love of Christ. Brand new location opened in Summer 2023.
Website | Facebook | 763-340-1007

New Horizon Academy
4390 Oakwood Parkway, St. Michael  (note: also a location in Rogers)
Family-owned preschool and daycare center with over 60 Twin Cities locations.
Website | Facebook | 90@nhacademy.net | 763-497-0536

Church Preschools

Children’s Country Preschool
11024 Church Street NE, Hanover 
Non-denominational Christian preschool with a hands-on approach and option for “extended day” care program. Ages 3–5
Website | Facebook | preschoolinhanover@yahoo.com | 763-498-8938

Christ Church Preschool
15849 90th St NE, Otsego 
Kindergarten readiness through quality, Christ-centered education. Ages 3–5
Website | Facebook | danielle@christchurchotsego.org | 763-441-5097

Kids of Peace Preschool
21705 129th Avenue N, Rogers
Lutheran preschool that fosters learning and spiritual growth in a welcoming, safe, loving environment. Ages 33 months–5
Website | Facebook | mespelein@wordofpeace.org | 763-496-2419

Life in Christ Preschool
5015 Main Avenue NE, Albertville 
Christ-centered early learning program with a play-based curriculum. Ages 3–5
Website | Facebook | angie@lifeinchristpreschool.com | 763-497-5174

Mary Queen of Peace Catholic School
21201 Church Ave, Rogers
Hands-on classroom environment that fosters each child’s physical, social, emotional, spiritual, cultural and intellectual development. Extended-day programs available. Ages 4–5
Website | Facebook | mqpschooloffice@mqpcatholic.org | 763-428-2355

Pumpkin Patch Preschool
9225 Jason Avenue NE, Monticello
Non-denominational Christian program that gives children a positive first school experience through a loving, caring, accepting atmosphere. Ages 33 months–5
Website | Facebook | pumpkinpatchmn@gmail.com | 763-295-5040

Salem Lutheran School
9615 Pioneer Trail, Greenfield
Lutheran PreK–8th grade program providing Christ-centered education of children while nurturing lives of honor and service to the Lord. Ages 3–5
Website | school@salemwels.org | 763-498-7283

St. Michael Catholic Preschool
100 Central Avenue E, St. Michael 
Catholic preschool with curriculum that supports parents in teaching the Catholic Faith and offers school readiness skills. Ages 3–5
Website | Facebook | prek@stmcatholicschool.org | 763-515-3931

St. John’s Lutheran School
9141 County Road 101, Corcoran
Full-day classes with an emphasis in helping children develop needed understandings, skills, and attitudes while giving their lives a Christian direction. Ages 3–5
Website | Facebook | secretary@stjlutheran.org | 763 420-2426