37 Years of Quality Child Development Programs

Welcome to Especially for Children! Our child care programs foster the development of the whole child. We offer a place for children to learn, grow and discover with their peers. Encouraging adults provide a creative, safe and supportive environment.

We would love for you to visit us to see if Especially for Children is the right place for your family. You can find us in Bloomington, Circle Pines, Coon Rapids, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Edina and Inver Grove Heights!

Video Gallery

Learn more about our programs and get a feel for our centers through our videos.
About Especially for Children
Infant Program
Toddler Program
Preschool Program
Parent Stories

Learning Curriculum

Discover how your child will learn through a variety of activities in a rich, carefully planned environment.
The Creative Curriculum
Star Wellness
ez Write
Summer Program

Visit Us

Meet our teachers and see our programs in action by visiting us. We look forward to learning more about you and your family!
Locations
Schedule a Visit
Quality Child Care Checklist
Enrollment Application

View our Parent Stories video to learn about others’ experiences with Especially for Children. You can also find more Parent Stories on each location’s page.

 

Bloomington

 

EFC has been a great place for my child to learn and grow. The staff is always so warm and welcoming. My child’s classroom is very stimulating and provides many opportunities for him to interact with other children.

 

-EFC Bloomington Parent

 

Eden Prairie

 

I just can’t tell you enough how much it means to us that you have welcomed Sam and created such a positive environment for him to come to every day. You have a wonderful center – and even more wonderful people. I had a good feeling the moment I walked in. Your jobs are not easy, but please know how much we appreciate all of the love, care and patience that you give the kids each day. Knowing Sam is with you puts me at ease every morning. Thank you!

 

-Michelle and Ed

 

Inver Grove Heights

 

Our son has been attending EFC for a year and a half now. He loves his teacher, Miss Tina. I was rubbing my son’s back during nap one day and he said to me “Miss Tina rubs my back at “pweschwool”, she loves me”. It feels good to know that my son feels loved and cared for at his preschool. It takes a village to raise a child and I am proud that EFC is part of our village raising a smart, funny and loved little boy.

 

-Alison K