We offer full-time, part-time, and drop-in childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old, 24 hours daily Monday through Saturday. For more information about our full-time & part-time Infant, Toddler, or Preschool Program, please e-mail or contact us at
(763) 971-8100
Arena Early Learning Center …
Enhancing Learning Readiness!
Our Goals Are
- Foster positive attitudes
- Encourage creativity and self-expression
- Promote language and communication skills
- Encourage self-discipline and respect for others
- Stimulate interest in art, reading, math, music, and science
- Develop a support system for strengthening home-school relationships
- Promote understanding of personal hygiene, physical health and fitness, and fine motor development
Partnerships
MNSACA (www.mnsaca.org)
Arena Early Learning Center is a member of Minnesota School-Age Care Alliance. (MNSACA) Arena's Director, Antonio Smith, serves on MNSACA's Board of Directors. MNSACA's mission is to promote quality out-of-school time programs and support the leadership and development of out-of-school time professionals.
When kids are your job, you need the Minnesota School-Age Care Alliance (MNSACA).
MNSACA is an association of 600 child/youth focused professionals who provide care to school-age children and youth in school, park, home and agency settings during out-of-school hours. We provide members with:
- Networking Opportunities
- Professional Support
- Public Advocacy
- Professional Development
NAEYC (www.naeyc.org)
1. All early childhood professionals are supported as professionals with a career ladder, ongoing professional development opportunities, and compensation that attract and retain high quality educators.
2. All families have access to early childhood education programs that are affordable and of high quality and actively participate in their children's education as respected reciprocal partners.
3. All communities, states, and the nation work together to ensure reliable systems of high-quality early childhood education for all children.
MCCD (www.mccdmn.org)
Minneapolis Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD)
MCCD is an association of community development organizations committed to expanding the wealth and resources of neighborhoods through housing and economic development initiatives
