Trusted Child Care & Preschool in Apple Valley, MN
A smaller, close-knit center near Pilot Knob and 140th where teachers know every child by name. Infant through pre-K care with music, science, and dance enrichment included at no extra cost.

Apple Valley, MN 55124
6:30 AM–5:30 PM
Mindy F. (Director)
Rob S. (Asst. Director)
Why Apple Valley Families Choose Us
Feels Like Home
A close-knit community where children are known, loved, and celebrated every day.
Staff Who Go Above & Beyond
Exceptional teachers and leaders who care deeply, build lasting relationships, and make every family feel supported.
Room to Run, Explore & Imagine
One of our largest outdoor play spaces gives children endless opportunities to play, discover, and grow.
A Place Kids Love to Be
A positive, encouraging environment where friendships grow, confidence blossoms, and every day is filled with joy.
Programs at Our Apple Valley Center
Full-time and part-time care for every stage, with a research-based curriculum and enrichment woven into each day.
Infant Program
Nurturing care, tummy time, and sensory play in a calm, loving room.
Explore Infant CareEmerging Toddler
First friendships and big discoveries for busy new walkers.
Explore Emerging ToddlersToddler Program
Hands-on learning, language growth, and plenty of outdoor play.
Explore ToddlersPreschool & Pre-K
Kindergarten readiness through play-based, teacher-guided learning.
Explore PreschoolSummer Program
Field trips, water days, and themed weeks all summer long.
Explore SummerEnrichment Programs
Dance, music, science, and performing arts led by specialty teachers.
Explore EnrichmentEveryday Moments at Apple Valley








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What Apple Valley Families Are Saying
Our children's creativity and imagination has flourished at Creative Kids Academy! They provide a home away from home atmosphere with the smaller center size but still have the convenient hours that working parents need. My children know almost all of the teachers who work here which make it more comfortable when transitioning to the next developmental level of care. They use the ProCare App which I value a lot. They have either yoga or jazzercise every day in addition to outside time which my kids love!
— Kristin L
Our oldest started as an infant at CKA and is now in the preschool room and our youngest is in the toddler room! We’ve had nothing but EXCELLENT care, parent/teacher conversations, and experiences at CKA. Their programs are so fun and the teachers are the BEST you’ll find! Our kids are thriving and we couldn’t love CKA anymore than we do!!
— Deven R
Our kids love CKA Apple Valley! The teachers are amazing! Our daughter gets in the car at pickup time and immediately starts telling us about what she learned or did that day with so much enthusiasm. Both kids get a well-rounded education with plenty of mental stimulation, socialization, physical activity, and creative projects. We couldn’t be happier with Creative Kids!
— Sarah J
My son (2) has been a student of CKA for a little over a month now, and I and my husband are extremely happy we choose to enroll him. All the staff are extremely friendly and super understanding of your child's needs and yours if your new to the daycare scene. We've had a terrible past experience with another child care provider and Creative Kids seemed to good to be true when we toured, well they are not and we choose to enroll him on the spot and we are so happy we decided to. My little boy has a family & friends away from home now.
— Cristina D
My daughter loves her teachers at CKA! She started just after she turned one, and just after the COVID procedures we're out in place. I was nervous about sending her to a new school and not being able to see her in a new setting. But, the staff made us feel welcome and they do their best to maintain a sense of community despite all distance. We are really happy with our choice!
— Holly B
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