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Plymouth Infant Program
Edina Early Child Care

Plymouth Preschool and Child Development Center

185 Cheshire Ln.,
Plymouth, Minnesota, 55441

With convenient access to Interstates 494 and 394 and just off of Carlson Parkway, Kinderberry Hill has proudly served the Plymouth and Lake Minnetonka communities for nearly 25 years. Recently renovated, this school has a proven reputation of providing exceptional early learning and care for infants, toddlers, intermediates, and pre-kindergarteners year-round.

Awards & Accolades

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eco-healthy child care

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While we were walking in, my husband said, “This better knock our socks off.” Walking to our car after the tour, one of us finally said, “my socks are all the way across the parking lot.” We’ve been there almost 2 years now, and still feel the same way every day.

–Plymouth Parent

leadership team

Jodi Valentino

jodi valentino

Executive Program Director

Jodi began her career with Kinderberry Hill in 1997. Jodi holds a B.S. in elementary education with a kindergarten endorsement from the University of North Dakota.

Jodi began her career with Kinderberry Hill in 1997. Jodi holds a B.S. in elementary education with a kindergarten endorsement from the University of North Dakota.

Kinderberry Plymouth Operations Coordinator

Kristen Taylor

Operations Coordinator

Kristen joined Kinderberry Hill in 2011. Kristen has a Child Development Associate Credential.

Kristen joined Kinderberry Hill in 2011. Kristen has a Child Development Associate Credential.

Heidi Schmidt, LPN

heidi schmidt, LPN

On-Site Nurse

Nurse Heidi joined our Plymouth school in 2015. Heidi is a graduate of the Licensed Practical Nursing Program through Rasmussen College.

Nurse Heidi joined our Plymouth school in 2015. Heidi is a graduate of the Licensed Practical Nursing Program through Rasmussen College.

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I gave our new friend a hug and I made him a picture of our playground.

–Kinderberry Kid

Family Testimonial

Nicole & Tim can both attest to the community spirit that Kinderberry Hill instills in children and adults alike. The St. Paul-Grand Kinderberry location was the home away from home for their daughter, Geraldine, when Tim was diagnosed with stage 4 lymphoma, and the family needed a more stable childcare situation. Their story is a unique one, but it fits a grander picture of the environment that Kinderberry strives to cultivate.

 

Academics

At Kinderberry Hill, our programs are thoughtfully designed to support early childhood education and cognitive, social & emotional, physical, language, literacy, and mathematical development across all age groups. We create a nurturing childcare environment that fosters curiosity and independence, encouraging children to explore and grow. Our approach emphasizes personalized care and engaging learning experiences, laying a strong foundation for early childhood development and ensuring that every child is well-prepared for future success.

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infants

The Kinderberry Hill infant program supports the amazing growth in a baby's first year, providing personalized care and support to create a strong foundation for early childhood development.
Our Infant Program
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toddlers

The Kinderberry Hill toddler program supports independence and cognitive development through personalized early childhood education, encouraging toddlers to explore confidently.
Our Toddler Program
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preschool

The Kinderberry Hill preschool program supports children's natural curiosity about the world, fostering early childhood education and promoting cognitive development.
Our Preschool Program
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pre-kindergarten

The Kinderberry Hill pre-kindergarten program helps children transition to kindergarten by fostering essential skills and independence in a nurturing early childhood education environment.
Our Pre-K Program
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Outdoor Classroom

Kinderberry Hill’s Nature Explore certified outdoor classroom provides children with a dynamic space to engage with the natural world through hands-on exploration. This thoughtfully designed environment encourages curiosity and learning in a natural setting.
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Wonder Lab

The Wonder Lab at Kinderberry Hill offers hands-on learning experiences in STEM, the arts, and Spanish language immersion, designed to inspire curiosity, exploration, and early language development in young children through engaging, interactive activities.
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Important Information about Our School

what are your hours of operation?

We are open Monday through Friday for twelve months a year. Most of our locations are open from 7 am to 6 pm. Please consult with your school’s management team for specific times.

What days are you closed?

We are closed the following days each year: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. If one of these days falls on a weekend, it will be observed on either Friday or Monday.

 

In addition to holiday closures, we dedicate two days each year for professional development and open late for staff training. Please speak with your school’s management team for specific information regarding the professional development dates for your school, as you will need to make alternate childcare arrangements for those days.

Are meals and snacks provided?

We serve hot meals (breakfast and lunch) and nutritious snacks. Our schools are equipped with a full-service kitchen, and meals are cooked onsite by our school chef. Our school chefs are trained in USDA guidelines and food safety. Additionally, our school chefs follow allergy restrictions for those children who have been diagnosed with food allergies.

what is your policy on using breast milk?

We support breastfeeding mothers by allowing breast milk in our infant classrooms. We also encourage mothers to nurse at our schools whenever that is an option. Please speak with your school’s management team or consult our Family Handbook for specific information—including policies—regarding breast milk.

what role does the nurse play in your program?

Our school nurses are the primary health and safety monitor of our schools. They regulate exclusion guidelines and monitor the health and safety of the children as well as the physical safety of our spaces. While our nurses do not diagnose illnesses, they will provide guidance and potential action steps.

what happens if my child becomes ill at school?

Unexpected illness happens during the early childhood years. When your child becomes sick at school, we notify families by a phone call from the school’s nurse, management team, or classroom teachers. During the phone call, the staff member will keep you up to date about the situation as well as give you instructions on when you need to pick up your child and what exclusion guidelines we need to follow.

Are there opportunities to communicate with teachers?

Thoughtful and outstanding communication is essential to a family’s experience in our program. Expect face-to-face interactions with your child’s teachers every day. Families are invited to stay connected to their child’s daily activities via the Procare Connect app. This app gives families real-time updates on their child’s activities throughout the day. If at any time you’d like to call and speak to your child’s teacher during the day, we encourage you do so.

do you require families to sign children in and out? if so, why?

We require all family members to use our sign-in system every day to sign their children both in and out. The use of this system is of vital importance for the safety of the children entrusted in our care. We must know at all times exactly which children are in our care. Should we ever need to evacuate the building, the accuracy of our attendance system will help us ensure that all children are safe. This is our primary responsibility, and we need your consistent cooperation to make sure our daily attendance records are accurate.

how do you support children with allergies or special food needs?

Our school nurse along with our school chef, management team, and classroom teachers partner closely with families to ensure your child’s allergy plan is followed.

how do your teachers handle discipline?

We believe behavior equals communication. By transforming everyday behavior issues into teaching moments, we can teach mindfulness, empathy, and communication skills. Fostering positive relationships while maintaining safety is our primary goal. Our schools are beginning to use Conscious Discipline®. Conscious Discipline creates a compassionate culture and facilitates an intentional shift in adult understanding of behavior.

Do You Offer Part-Time and Full-Time Care?

Yes, Kinderberry Hill offers both part-time and full-time childcare options to accommodate the diverse needs of families. Our flexible programs are designed to support busy schedules while providing children with a rich, nurturing environment. Whether you’re looking for a few days a week or full-time care, we offer high-quality early childhood education and care tailored to meet your family’s needs.

Full-Time Care:
Our full-time program offers consistent, daily care, ensuring children receive continuous developmental support, socialization, and learning opportunities throughout the week.

Part-Time Care:
For families seeking more flexible arrangements, we offer part-time care options. Choose from a variety of part-time schedules that provide the same level of enriching experiences as our full-time program, but on fewer days each week.

Contact us to learn more about our part-time and full-time childcare options, or to discuss availability at your nearest Kinderberry Hill location.

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