Daycare in Minneapolis, MN
A licensed home daycare just 20–30 min from Minneapolis — nurturing care for infants, toddlers, preschool & school-age children.
A Trusted Choice for Minneapolis Families
For Northeast and North Minneapolis families who work in the north metro and want a calm, home-based daycare.
My First Wish Daycare is a licensed home-based program in Shoreview where Minneapolis children get the small-group attention, warm environment, and consistent caregivers that bigger centers can't always offer.
The Drive from Minneapolis
From Northeast Minneapolis and Columbia Park, 35W or Central Ave north gets families here in about 25 minutes. It's a solid fit for parents whose workday is in the north metro rather than downtown.
Why Minneapolis Parents Choose Us
Small Group, Big Attention
Low ratios mean every Minneapolis child gets one-on-one time every day.
Learning Through Play
Age-appropriate activities for early literacy, motor skills, and creativity.
Food Program Meals
Fresh, nutritious lunches and snacks included — no packing required.
Big Backyard Play
Safe, fenced outdoor space for daily fresh-air play.
Mixed-Age Social Skills
Children learn empathy and friendship in a family-style group.
Licensed & Experienced
Fully licensed Minnesota family child care with years of experience.
Parents commuting from NE Minneapolis tell us the drive is worth it for the atmosphere — a real backyard, home-cooked meals, and a caregiver who actually knows their child.
Programs for Every Age
Now enrolling Minneapolis families across all age groups.
Convenient for Minneapolis Neighborhoods
We regularly serve families from across Minneapolis, including:
Minneapolis Parent Questions
- Are you a licensed Minnesota family child care?
- Yes — My First Wish Daycare is a fully licensed Minnesota family child care in Shoreview, operating with years of experience across all age groups.
- Do you provide meals and snacks?
- Yes — breakfast, a hot lunch, and an afternoon snack are included through our food program. Menus rotate weekly and accommodate common allergies.
- Does the drive from NE Minneapolis make sense every day?
- For parents whose jobs are in the north metro (Shoreview, Roseville, Blaine, Arden Hills), yes — you're already headed this direction. For downtown-Minneapolis commuters, it's usually a closer option that fits better.
Ready to Tour from Minneapolis? ✨
Book a visit and see why Minneapolis families choose My First Wish Daycare.