Edina Community Education Services

Twos are growing up at high speed, so they require guidance and limits as they set out to try everything in sight. Our classrooms are set up to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, dance, create, build, problem solve, communicate and socialize. Children gain confidence, trust, and independence as their parents separate for a facilitator led parenting time which focuses on parent generated topics including eating, toilet learning, separation anxiety, and language development as well as other relevant topics. Each class provides many opportunities for your child to develop social and problem solving skills while the two of you enjoy some uninterrupted high quality play and learning together time. You will also leave with new ideas and activities that reinforce the weekly classroom activities and parent education. Your child must be age 2 years old by 9/1/19. A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

Twos are growing up at high speed, so they require guidance and limits as they set out to try everything in sight. Our classrooms are set up to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, dance, create, build, problem solve, communicate and socialize. Children gain confidence, trust, and independence as their parents separate for a facilitator led parenting time which focuses on parent generated topics including eating, toilet learning, separation anxiety, and language development as well as other relevant topics. Each class provides many opportunities for your child to develop social and problem solving skills while the two of you enjoy some uninterrupted high quality play and learning together time. You will also leave with new ideas and activities that reinforce the weekly classroom activities and parent education. Your child must be age 2 years old by 9/1/19.One day per week includes parenting; one day is independent preschool.  For sections #0002-3, #0002-4 parenting day is Tuesday For sections #0002-5 and #0002-6, parenting day is Wednesday A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

Baby & Me Sampler Class:Parents with young babies, this free introduction to Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is for you! We know about the importance of getting off to a strong start with your baby and our line-up of workshops and classes offers a great way to strengthen the bond with your child. Meet other new parents and learn about the infant growth and change. This class is for newborn to 9 month old babies and their significant care giver. Free but registration required.

Having a baby can mean major adjustments in every area of your life. Physical, social, mental, financial and emotional changes often occur. This relaxing class is designed to be educational, yet allow you to slow down long enough to have some focused, uninterrupted time to enjoy your infant. You will also meet other parents, sharing questions on sleep, schedules, feeding and development. The age of your child as of September 1, 2019 determines your class eligibility for the entire school year. A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

These six-week class sessions are offered at times convenient for busy families. While you are playing with your baby, a licensed parent educator will facilitate discussion and provide relevant information about your baby’s growth, development and all those important ‘firsts’. Join us to share your ideas, experiences and concerns in a supportive, community environment. This relaxing class is designed to be educational, yet allow you to slow down long enough to have some focused, uninterrupted time to enjoy your infant. For these 6-week courses, the age of your child on the start date determines your class section.

Enjoy time with your baby/toddler exploring the classroom, singing songs, creating art activities, reading books and playing to learn. Parents separate for a portion of the class into another classroom with a licensed Parent Educator to discuss their child’s social, emotional and physical development while the children play with their teachers and classmates. The age of your child as of September 1, 2019 determines your placement in the age-appropriate class for the entire school year.A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

Parents of children with special needs gather together for information and support. For parents/caregivers of children 0 - 5 years old. This is an adult only class. Sibling care is not provided.

Your child will learn and discover social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth appropriate for 4 and 5 year olds which will provide a solid foundation for lifelong learning. Students will understand more concrete ideas, expand their memory and recall, and deepen their connections to their classmates. Our Preschool is designed to offer the right balance of structured and unstructured activities intended to help prepare every child for kindergarten.Your child must be age 4 years old by September 1, 2019.A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

Your child will learn and discover social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth appropriate for 4 and 5 year olds which will provide a solid foundation for lifelong learning. Students will understand more concrete ideas, expand their memory and recall, and deepen their connections to their classmates. Our Preschool is designed to offer the right balance of structured and unstructured activities intended to help prepare every child for kindergarten.Your child must be age 4 years old by 9/1/19.A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

With imagination in full gear, three year olds love to ask questions and share their thoughts about everything. Classrooms encourage curiosity and exploratory play for this independent stage of development. This is also a time when kids begin to develop and understand friendships. Expanding on this social and emotional maturation allows for students to make their first real friendships while discovering an excitement for their own intellectual curiosity.Your child must be age 3 years old by 9/1/19.A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

With imagination in full gear, three year old’s love to ask questions and share their thoughts about everything. Classrooms encourage curiosity and exploratory play for this independent stage of development. This is also a time when kids begin to develop and understand friendships. Expanding on this social and emotional maturation allows for students to make their first real friendships while discovering an excitement for their own intellectual curiosity.Your child must be age 3 years old by 9/1/19.Weekly Parenting Day is Wednesday and on this day, class meets 9:15-11:15am. A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

With imagination in full gear, three year old’s love to ask questions and share their thoughts about everything. Classrooms encourage curiosity and exploratory play for this independent stage of development. This is also a time when kids begin to develop and understand friendships. Expanding on this social and emotional maturation allows for students to make their first real friendships while discovering an excitement for their own intellectual curiosity.Your child must be age 3 years old by 9/1/19.A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

With imagination in full gear, three year olds love to ask questions and share their thoughts about everything. Classrooms encourage curiosity and exploratory play for this independent stage of development. This is also a time when kids begin to develop and understand friendships. Expanding on this social and emotional maturation allows for students to make their first real friendships while discovering an excitement for their own intellectual curiosity.Your child must be age 3 years old by 9/1/19.Monthly parenting day is Thursday and the dates are: 9/12, 10/10, 11/7, 12/12, 1/16, 2/13, 3/12, 4/19, 5/14. On these days, class meets from 9:15-11:15 AMA $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

Enjoy time with your baby/toddler exploring the classroom, singing songs, creating art activities, reading books and playing to learn. Parents separate for a portion of the class into another classroom with a licensed Parent Educator to discuss their child’s social, emotional and physical development while the children play with their teachers and classmates.  A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.The age of your child as of September 1, 2019 determines your placement in the age appropriate class for the entire school year.

If you are eager for some parent education but not quite ready to fully separate, this class is for you! In You will have an opportunity to connect with other parents while you enjoy time with your baby/toddler exploring the classroom, singing songs, creating art activities, reading books and playing to learn.Topics include separation anxiety, development, limit setting and other requested subjects. Learn about your toddler's growth and development and what current brain research tells us about a toddler's first experiences. The age of your child as of September 1, 2019 determines your placement in the age-appropriate class for the entire school year. A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

Toddlers thrive with consistent, predictable routines. They flourish in an environment that supports and raises their need to climb, jump, giggle and make messes! Come and be a part of this amazing early childhood classroom that promises all this and more. A classroom full of loving teachers, developmentally-appropriate activities, sensory-filled art activities and many toddlers to play with. Your toddler will delight in songs, fun story times, and puppet shows all the while learning social skills by taking turns, exploring together and interacting with other little people who are just like them.For these 6-week courses, the age of your child on the start date determines your class section.A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration

Enjoy time with your baby/toddler exploring the classroom, singing songs, creating art activities, reading books and playing to learn. Parents separate for a portion of the class into another classroom with a licensed Parent Educator to discuss their child’s social, emotional and physical development while the children play with their teachers and classmates. A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registrationThe age of your child as of September 1, 2019 determines your placement in the age appropriate class for the entire school year.