Centerville Center 

ABOUT:

Area Director: Jessica M.

Director: Cassie W.

Assistant Director: Whitney B.

Phone: 651-429-4097

Email: centerville@ckakids.com

Address: 1980 Center Street, Centerville, MN 55038

Hours: 6:30am – 5:30pm

Just blocks from 35E and Main Street in a serene and safe surrounding. Serving Centerville, Hugo, White Bear Lake, Lino Lakes, North Oaks, and Shoreview Communities.

We accept childcare assistance and early learning scholarships.

What Families Say About Our Center:

Paul F.

The Centerville location and staff has provided a wonderful experience for our family for the last seven years. Our oldest started as a 2 year old, and our youngest since he was an infant. The staff has been kind and caring, and the boys learned so much at each level...

Ronald D.

This is the first daycare my infant daughter has experienced, and she really enjoys it! My spouse and I met with the director before my daughter was born to get a tour, have questions answered, and reserve a spot, and they've been kind and courteous ever since. We...

Jennifer K.

We absolutely love Creative Kids Academy! The teachers are so caring and loving, and it's clear that my daughter has formed strong bonds with them. She trusts and adores them. The other children are full of energy and joy, and it's clear that they all have a great...

Collette S.

We couldn't be happier with Creative Kids! The love and care the teachers show for my daughter are truly remarkable. It’s evident that they’re passionate about what they do and genuinely care for each child and safety. One of the standout features is their amazing app...

Brooke B.

Highly recommend CKA in Centerville. The staff is compassionate, personable, kind and attentive. We did not experience the turnover we have experienced in other centers. All the teachers and directors greeted family members daily. We always felt confident leaving our...

Carissa P:

“I CANNOT RECOMMEND CKA ENOUGH! As a first time mama, I was nervous to leave our babe in a new place with people I don’t know all that well. Within the first 15 minutes after I left, I received multiple pictures of our babe showing how well he was acclimating to the...

Lisa T:

“We are beyond grateful for the care our kids have received at CKA Centerville over the years! We truly feel the awesome leaders and the amazing teachers truly care for the kids and we feel so lucky to have had our kids be taught and nurtured here. Their programming...

Heidi R:

“We could not be more pleased with the care and love our children get at Creative Kids. This past year has certainly been anything but 'normal'. The team continues to provide a safe place for kids to learn, grow and make friends and amidst all that has changed, we're...

The Comstock Family:

“The leadership team has made sending our boys to CKA so easy and comforting, as we know they are safe and loved each day. They truly care about the kids and families like their own. Through the past couple of years and all of the challenges in the world we've been...

Abby B:

“During the height of the COVID pandemic, the leadership team at CKA Centerville always met every challenge with a positive attitude and can-do spirit. I can only imagine how exhausting and frustrating the past 2 years have been with all of the constant changes:...

Our Mantra:  Positive Energy Creates a Positive World!

Our Mission

Creative Kids Academy’s mission is to provide quality nurturing and affordable care for each and every child with creativity and academics in mind. Imagine the Possibilities…

Our Vision for Each Child

Our vision is to enable and encourage each child to reach their potential in becoming a confident leader of their community by promoting Trust, Education, Nurture, Creativity, Health, Safety, and Social Responsibility through our nurturing approach to life.

Our Core Values

    • Trust – Mutual trust creates strong links to happiness, confidence, and growth.
    • Education – Education starts the day you are born… Never stop learning.
    • Nurture – Nurturing environment early in life creates confidence forever.
    • Creativity – Imagination enables innovation.
    • Health – Healthy lifestyle leads to stronger communities.
    • Safety – We never compromise safety.
    • Social Responsibility – Children are the future ambassadors of our world. We teach them to appreciate everyone and everything!
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How We Live Our Mission and Values Shows in What Families Share with Us:

Leah W. -Elk River

The kids LOVE going to daycare every day, and we trust the staff immensely. Our kids experience regular enrichment experiences that keep learning fun — everything from in-house science days, water days and bounce house weeks in the summer, new songs, yoga and...

Pamela S. -Elk River on 10

The teachers are super kind, dedicated, and they really care about them and their development. My children are immerse in a safe and happy environment that has enabled them to learn and develop social skills. Most recently, preschool has implemented a behavioral...

Rena J. -Orono

The teachers and staff are always welcoming and pay attention to her little quirks and personality as she develops. They constantly foster and nurture her to grow. They are always active and lively in the classroom and interacting with the children.  Since starting at...

Kristin L. -Apple Valley

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. 

Robert C. -Maple Grove

The team here is exceptional, comprised of genuinely caring and understanding individuals. You can feel the love and dedication as soon as you walk through the door—it's palpable. The educational aspect is equally impressive, boasting a robust preschool curriculum...

Rachel E. -Maple Grove

My son will be going to Kindergarten this fall, and attended full day preschool last year— so I was really looking for a center that would continue to challenge him academically and socially. This was the perfect fit.

Elizabeth K. -Maple Grove

My biggest regret with CKA is not finding them sooner. If you don't value a stranger's review - check out CKA's DHS review. Not a SINGLE violation in 5 years. For reference, that means every tube of diaper cream is properly labeled with first and last name, not a...

Joseph R. -Minnetonka

Our priority when looking for a daycare was that our son was safe and happy, but CKA goes so much further than this. He has developed so well since he started here, from his physical and mental development to his social skills, developing in ways that we would not...

Ashlyn H. -Minnetonka

Our family is so grateful to have found such a nurturing and supportive environment for our child. The teachers have become like family to us, they’re collaborative with open communication all while incorporating developmentally appropriate curriculum while making it...

Bear Family, Minnetonka

What sets Creative Kids Academy apart is its people and its curriculum. From day one, the teachers and director have shown our family genuine warmth, kindness, and care. Every pickup and drop-off feels personal and positive, and it’s clear they truly value our...