Community Education Department, Juniper Path Building, Lakeville Area Public Schools

10 Acre Wood Nature Preschool, located in Lakeville, Minnesota, is a nurturing and play-based educational environment designed for children aged 33 months through kindergarten. With a core mission centered on fostering a love for nature and environmental stewardship, the preschool offers both full-day and part-time enrollment options within a maximum group size of 12 students, ensuring an intimate learning atmosphere supported by a low student-to-teacher ratio of 6:1. The preschool's unique approach incorporates outdoor exploration across its expansive 10-acre property, which features woodlands, wetlands, and native prairie. This immersive setting allows children to engage in hands-on learning experiences that promote curiosity and discovery. The school's commitment to environmental education is reflected in its use of an environmentally-friendly converted pole barn as the main facility. What sets 10 Acre Wood apart is not only its dedicated focus on nature-based learning but also its emphasis on creating strong connections with families, fostering a community that supports each child's growth and development.

All Saints Catholic School in Lakeville, MN, is dedicated to providing a faith-centered education that nurtures the spiritual and academic growth of its students. Serving a diverse population, including children with various learning needs and disabilities, the school emphasizes guiding each child towards Christ through a holistic approach that integrates faith, learning, community, and service. The curriculum is designed to foster both intellectual development and personal growth, utilizing specialized programs and therapeutic methodologies tailored to meet the unique needs of each student. With a low student-teacher ratio, All Saints ensures that every child receives individualized attention, allowing for deeper connections between educators and families. This commitment to partnership with parents enhances the educational experience and creates a supportive community environment. Unique facilities and community events further enrich the school experience, making All Saints Catholic School a distinctive choice for families seeking an inclusive and nurturing educational setting.

Christian Day Child Academy (CDCA) in Lakeville, MN, is dedicated to nurturing the spiritual and academic growth of young children within a Christ-centered environment. Founded in 1971 by JaNette and Lloyd Flogstad, and later becoming a ministry of Minnesota Valley Free Lutheran Church in 1999, CDCA aims to enrich early learning experiences through Biblical truth, laying a strong foundation for future education. The academy serves preschool-aged children, offering classes for 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds, and 5-year-olds with a low student-teacher ratio of 5 to 1, ensuring personalized attention for each child. The skilled teaching staff, including experienced educators like Cheryl Ladendorf and DeVon Sadowski, is committed to fostering a love for learning through innovative curricula such as and Unique to CDCA is its emphasis on strong family partnerships and community engagement, creating an inclusive atmosphere where both children and families can thrive together.