Explorers offers school aged childcare for children in grades K-5 and Junior Explorers offers preschool childcare for children ages 3-5. School-aged Explorers is offered before and after school and on non-school days. Junior Explorers offers all day care from 6:30 AM–6 PM.

During the summer, childcare is offered for children 33 months through incoming 5th grade from 7 AM-6 PM.

2026-27 Registration

• Summer 2026 Juniors & K-5 Explorers opens on February 11 at 8 AM
• School Year 2026-27 Junior Explorers opens on February 5 at 7:30 AM
• School Year 2026-27 K–5 Explorers opens: 
  • Tuesday, March 10 at 7 PM for Clear Springs and Scenic Heights
  • Wednesday, March 11 at 7 PM for Deephaven and Groveland
  • Thursday, March 12 at 7 PM for Excelsior and Minnewashta 

Enrollment is currently accepted on a first come, first serve basis.

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Our Objectives

• Offer a safe environment where children are encouraged to pursue their own interests, develop friendships, and grow in confidence, independence and respect for themselves and others.
• Provide opportunities for children to build positive and enriching relationships with trusted adults.
• Create opportunities for children to learn and explore through play.

Minnetonka Community Education Explorers programs are 4-Star Rated by Minnesota Childcare Agencies.