Trusted Daycare & Preschool in Maplewood, MN
Small by design. Big on relationships. As our smallest Creative Kids Academy location, our Maplewood daycare offers a warm, family-like environment where children receive individualized attention and families feel connected every step of the way.
6:30 AM–5:30 PM
Infant through Pre-K
Jenny M. (Director)
Sabrina S. (Asst. Director)
Why Maplewood Families Choose Us
Consistency You Can Count On
Our dedicated team stays because they love what they do, giving children familiar faces and families lasting relationships they can count on.
Connected Every Day
Daily updates, photos, and open communication keep families involved in every milestone and every adventure.
Small Center. Big Heart.
As our smallest location, our close-knit community gives every child the opportunity to be known, celebrated, and supported every day.
Excited to Come Every Day
When children can’t wait to see their teachers and friends each morning, families know they’ve found the right place.
Recognized for Excellence

Take a Peek Inside
Come See Maplewood for Yourself
Meet our teachers, peek into the classrooms, and see why families call us a second home. Choose from our regular tour times below, or request another day or time that works for you.
Request a Tour
Tours take about 20 minutes. Choose a few times that work for your family, and we’ll confirm your tour within one business day — usually the same day.
Prefer to talk with us directly? • 651-490-7734 • maplewood@ckakids.com
Programs at Our Maplewood Child Care 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 CareToddler 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 SummerWhat Maplewood Families Are Saying
We absolutely love CKA! We’ve been going here for 3 years and highly recommend this daycare. The staff/teachers treat our children like their own and truly care for them. The structured curriculum has really helped our 3 year old learn.
— Alicia B.
After touring many child care centers, Creative Kids Academy stood out for its warm, welcoming atmosphere. The teachers truly care, communication is excellent, and the daily updates and photos give me so much peace of mind. I highly recommend CKA to anyone looking for exceptional child care.
— Lindsey B.
Our toddler has attended CKA for 2 years and now our almost 1 year old son attends too! My daughter looks forward to going to see her friends and the teachers and it amazes me how her learning and language skills have flourished in her time there!
— AnnMarie G.
Our child started at CKA in the infant room and has grown through the toddler room and the preschool room. We've been so happy with the care and education provided to our child by the staff at CKA. They've helped us through every milestone, including transitioning to crawling, walking, talking, starting solids, and potty training. They have great communication and it's obvious they truly care for each individual child. We loved receiving updates from them throughout the day about our child.
— Melissa P.
Our kids have attended CKA for 3+ years now and we have loved it! Our oldest comes home with so much to say about his day. Many activities, core curriculum shared daily with parents through the app, as well as outside time when possible! Our youngest is about a year old and he lights up when we drop him off in the infant room. It's evident the teachers care deeply for our kids. They are also fast and proactive with communication.
— Molly T.
CKA Maplewood has been hands down the best daycare that we have tried after a few not-so-great experiences at other centers. The staff educates themselves on the individual needs of each child, instead of the “one size fits all” approach that other centers take. They are so professional, prompt, and easygoing, and I just know they really care about each child. They take all the time I need each day to talk about how my preschooler is doing in the classroom. I never feel rushed out the door, and they are all just the sweetest, most caring ladies. I can tell this is more than just a job for the staff at this center — childcare is their passion.
— Jenna B.
Creative Kids Academy Maplewood FAQs
How much does child care cost at CKA Maplewood?
Tuition varies by your child’s age and the schedule you need. For current rates, call 651-490-7734, email us, or request a tour, and we’ll walk you through pricing for your family.
Families may also qualify for Child Care Assistance (CCAP), Early Learning Scholarships, or current enrollment promotions. Visit our Affording Child Care page to learn more.
Are meals and snacks included?
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Do enrichment programs cost extra?
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Ready to Learn More About CKA Maplewood?
Whether you’re ready to visit or just starting to look, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to schedule a tour or learn about openings, tuition, schedules, or anything else on your mind.









