Trusted Daycare & Preschool in Maple Grove, MN
Where families find the difference they’ve been looking for. At Creative Kids Academy Maple Grove, exceptional teachers, meaningful relationships, and engaging learning experiences create a place where children feel loved, parents feel confident, and families become part of a community that truly feels like home.
6:30 AM–5:30 PM
Infant through school age
Sunny H. (Director)
Miranda A. (Asst. Director)
Why Maple Grove Families Choose Us
The Difference You Can Feel
Many families tell us they came to Maple Grove after disappointing experiences elsewhere. What they found was something different: teachers who truly know their children, consistent communication, and a community where they finally felt confident leaving their child each morning.
More Than a School Community
Family events, classroom celebrations, and everyday conversations at drop-off and pick-up turn neighbors into friends and teachers into trusted partners. It’s the kind of place where children and parents feel like they belong.
The Kind of Place Families Stay
Many of our families enroll one child... then a sibling... then another. They stay for years because of the trust they’ve built, the consistency they’ve experienced, and the people who’ve become part of their family’s story.
Relationships That Matter
Children aren’t just another face in the classroom. Our teachers build genuine relationships with every child, celebrating milestones, supporting challenges, and helping each one feel safe, confident, and excited to come back tomorrow.
Recognized for Excellence
Take a Peek Inside
Come See Maple Grove 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? • 763-559-3700 • maplegrove@ckakids.com
Child Care & Early Education Programs in Maple Grove, MN
From your baby’s first milestones to preparing for kindergarten and beyond, Creative Kids Academy offers programs designed for every stage of childhood. Our Maple Grove child care center welcomes children ages 6 weeks through 12 years, with nurturing teachers, hands-on learning, and plenty of opportunities to play, explore, and grow.
Infant Care
Your baby’s first experiences matter. Our infant teachers take the time to know each child’s routines, personality, and needs, providing individualized care, meaningful interaction, and a safe place to explore. Families stay connected throughout the day with updates and photos through Procare.
Explore Infant CareEmerging Toddlers
Learning to walk, discovering new words, and wanting to do everything independently! Our Emerging Toddler classroom gives children a gentle transition from infancy to toddlerhood, with activities and routines designed for this exciting stage of development.
Explore Emerging ToddlersToddler Care
Toddlers learn by doing! Through sensory experiences, music, movement, creative play, and everyday discoveries, our teachers encourage growing independence, communication, and social skills while providing the consistency and reassurance young children need.
Explore Toddler CarePreschool & Pre-K
Kindergarten readiness is about so much more than ABCs and 123s. Through our Learning Beyond Paper curriculum, children develop early literacy, math, STEAM, problem-solving, independence, and social-emotional skills through meaningful, hands-on experiences.
Explore PreschoolSchool-Age Care
Our before- and after-school program gives children a welcoming place to spend time with friends, enjoy activities, and unwind outside the school day. Bus transportation is available to and from Cedar Island Elementary, with additional care offered on many non-school days.
Explore School-Age CareSummer Program
Summer at CKA is filled with themed activities, outdoor adventures, field trips, water play, and opportunities to make memories with friends. Our summer programming combines fun, exploration, and the familiar relationships children already love.
Explore SummerEnrichment Programs
Enrichment classes are led by specialty teachers and included with tuition — CKA sponsors all of them, so there’s never an added fee.
Explore EnrichmentMore Than Child Care. More Included.
At CKA Maple Grove, we believe a great child care experience should offer more than a safe place to spend the day. That’s why so much is already included in your tuition.
Fresh Meals Every Day
Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack prepared by our on-site kitchen team.
Teachers Who Stay
Consistency matters to young children. Our teachers tend to stay, so your child keeps the same familiar faces year after year.
Learning Beyond Paper
A research-based curriculum that encourages exploration, discovery, and meaningful learning.
Stay Connected With Procare
Daily updates, classroom activities, and photos help you stay connected to your child’s day.
Outdoor Play & Exploration
Time outside to move, explore, develop friendships, and experience the natural world.
Nationally Accredited Care
NAEYC-accredited and rated four stars by Minnesota’s Parent Aware — its highest rating — for quality early education.
What Maple Grove Families Are Saying
As a new parent who never went to daycare myself, my husband and I were nervous about finding one — but we have been so happy with our decision to send our 9 month old to Creative Kids Academy! Many of the staff are moms with kids at the center too, so there's very much a family feel. Our kiddo loves going every day.
I can't say enough good things about CKA Maple Grove, where I've had the pleasure of enrolling both of my children. You can feel the love and dedication as soon as you walk through the door. The preschool curriculum is robust and offers a solid foundation for kindergarten readiness.
My children never had the kind of consistency with staff that we saw at CKA. It was night and day watching my child form secure attachments to staff he had for his entire time at the center — not just the lead teachers, but the aides as well. Staff stay at CKA because they are supported and respected.
We absolutely LOVE CKA! We moved our daughter here after having a less than ideal experience at another daycare. The teachers at CKA have always made us feel welcome, made our daughter’s care and comfort their priority, and are truly top tier early childhood educators! Not only that — but their MN state license is flawless!
This place really feels like HOME. The staff and other parents are so engaged, and it really shows. It’s such a relief to drop your kid off somewhere you know they’re not just safe, but genuinely loved and cared for. They feed the kids healthy meals every day, and their staff turnover is so much lower than what we hear from other families. They are communicative, understanding, and flexible. My kid started in the toddler class and is now in preschool, and we plan to stay through school age because she’s gotten so much out of it. It’s not just a fun place for her. We’ve seen her grow so much, hit milestones, and create meaningful relationships. Her teachers really know her, which only happens when there’s that kind of consistency and trust.
Our son has been enrolled here since he was four months old, and the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. The teachers and administrators are truly the heart of this center. They aren’t just caregivers; they are educators who genuinely love what they do. It is such a relief to drop him off every morning knowing he is in a warm, nurturing environment where he is genuinely loved. If you are looking for a place that feels like an extension of your family, we highly recommend Creative Kids Academy!
Serving Maple Grove, Champlin, Plymouth & the Northwest Metro
Our Maple Grove center is at 12455 62nd Place North, just blocks from Bass Lake Road in a quiet residential area surrounded by nature.
We’re minutes from Highway 494, which makes drop-off straightforward whether you live in Maple Grove or drive in from a neighboring city.
Our center is a convenient choice for families throughout Maple Grove, Champlin, Plymouth, Brooklyn Park, Osseo, Dayton and the surrounding northwest metro.
Creative Kids Academy Maple Grove FAQs
How much does child care cost at CKA Maple Grove?
Tuition varies by your child’s age and the schedule you need. For current rates, call 763-559-3700, 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.
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Ready to Learn More About CKA Maple Grove?
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.
