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School Readiness Preschool

 Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year is open! 

Select Voluntary PreK as your season/location when registering!


Registration Step-by-Step Guide


Brainerd Public Schools’ Preschool Programs: 

Preparing Your Child for a Bright Future!

Brainerd Public Schools take pride in investing in our youngest learners and in preparing children and families for success in school. We have a variety of preschool options serving 2 ½- 5 year olds. Our preschool program prepares children to enter school by focusing learning around classroom routines and procedures, social and emotional development and academic development.  

                                        A Four Star Parent Aware Rated Program! 

Our preschool programs have earned a four-star rating from Minnesota’s Parent Aware- the highest rating possible! The Parent Aware rating system helps parents find preschools and childcare programs focused on high quality early learning and kindergarten readiness.

                                                          Our Curriculum:

Preschool in Brainerd Public Schools uses Frog Street Curriculum, Pyramid Model and Second Step which align with Minnesota Early Learning Standards and with our district’s kindergarten standards. Licensed teachers develop hands-on learning activities that promote creativity and confidence. Our programs provide children with experiences that build relationships, enhance problem solving and communication skills, and sets the foundation for successful, lifelong learning in the areas of:

● Social and emotional development 

● Positive approaches to learning

● Physical and movement development 

● Literacy

● Math 

● Arts 

● Science          

Little Warrior Childcare is available for students registered in either a four half day or 2 full day preschool class at both our Nisswa Elementary and Warrior Early Learning Center locations.   Children will spend part of their day in childcare and the other part in School Readiness Preschool.  Limited spots available.   Flexible drop off and pick up times between 7:00am and 5:30 pm.  

  • County Child Care Assistance and Pathway I scholarships accepted 
  • Child must be independently toilet trained by first day of attendance 
  • Summer child care is not available 
  • A two week notice is required for cancellation once child care service has begun 
  • Priority given to 4 & 5 year olds without district busing options.    

See page 4 of the Preschool Registration Packet for more information.          

   

There are still WARRIOR CHILDCARE spots are open at Nisswa Elementary! 

If you register for childcare at Warrior Early Learning Center, know that you will be placed on a waitlist. 

           

                                                  

Click here to schedule your child's early childhood screening.

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Contact Info
Address:
5546 Fairview Rd N
Baxter, MN 56425
Phone:
Fax:
(218) 454-5431

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2024-2025 School Year


2024-2025 Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten