🌳 Serving Minot families since 2015

The Learning TreeDaycare & Preschool • Minot, ND

Rooted in care, growing with love

Minot's top-rated daycare, preschool, and pre-K — serving children ages 6 weeks to 12 years at Little Flower, near Minot Air Force Base. Perfect 5.0 ★ Google rating.

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5.0 ★
Google Rating
10+
Years of Care
6wk–12yr
Ages Served
5
Programs
About Us

Minot's Trusted Family-Owned Child Care Since 2015

The Learning Tree was established in 2015 by Kevin and Susan Cross. What started with 5 kids in their home soon grew into The Learning Tree at Oak Park, and in July 2021 they opened The Learning Tree at Little Flower. They feel fortunate to provide a much needed service to the Minot area and have met so many wonderful families and life long friends along the way.

Kevin and Susan Cross, founders of The Learning Tree daycare and preschool in Minot, North Dakota, with their family
We started with 5 kids in our home, we soon grew out of our house and into The Learning Tree at Oak Park and in July 2021 we opened The Learning Tree at Little Flower. We feel so fortunate to provide a much needed service to the Minot area and have met so many wonderful families and life long friends along the way.
— Susan Cross, Founder
Since opening our doors we have taken much pride in providing a healthy environment for children to learn and grow in. We know that a superior educational foundation successfully prepares each child for a lifetime of curiosity and investigation, while building self-esteem and an enduring love of learning. At The Learning Tree, your child's first educational experiences will be happy and successful!
— Susan Cross, Founder

Our Mission

The Learning Tree exists to provide a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Our focus is to provide a stimulating early care and education experience, which promotes each child's social/emotional, physical and cognitive development. Our goal is to support children's desire to be life-long learners.

What We Provide

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Bright Wheel App
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Secure Entry System
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Non-Toxic Cleaning Solutions
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Child-Sized Equipment & Bathrooms
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Regular Sanitation & Disinfecting
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Fire & Tornado Drills
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Daily Equipment Inspections
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Open Door Policy
Our Programs

Daycare, Preschool & Pre-K Programs in Minot, ND

From infant care to kindergarten readiness, our age-appropriate programs nurture curiosity, build confidence, and prepare your child for school — all right here in Minot, North Dakota, near Minot Air Force Base.

All children in our care are automatically placed in our Preschool & Kindergarten Readiness classes at no additional cost!
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0–17 Months

Infant Room

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0–17 Months

Infant Room

In our infant room, children discover toes, new foods, sounds, and so much more. Our infant rooms maintain a 2:10 ratio with 2 or more children being 18+ months. Teachers work with parents to establish sleep and feeding schedules, ensure children hit milestones, and socialize with other children. You can expect daily art, tummy time, and outdoor walks (weather permitting).

Daily Art Tummy Time Outdoor Walks Milestone Tracking
$510 / every 2 weeks
18–36 Months

Toddler Room

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18–36 Months

Toddler Room

In our toddler rooms, children are crawlers or new to walking. Our rooms maintain a 3:15 ratio. Teachers work on transitioning children off bottles and onto cups, out of cribs and onto sleeping mats, and working with parents to introduce new solids. You can expect lots of sensory play, art, and music and movement from this class.

Sensory Play Art Projects Music & Movement
$495 / every 2 weeks
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3 Year Olds

Preschool

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3 Year Olds

Preschool

Typically our 3-year-old children are split between 2 rooms, younger 3's and older 3's, based on birthdays and what is best for the child developmentally. Teachers focus on social skills, sensory play, music & movement, art, and science — teaching kids to share, be respectful to others, and follow a daily routine.

Our Preschool Program gives young children their first exposure to a school setting. We practice appropriate social interactions with staff and classmates, learn routines and procedures, and work on improving skills such as using art tools, classroom etiquette, and name writing.

Requirement: Children must be potty-trained, wear underwear, and use the bathroom independently.
Social Skills Sensory Play Art & Science Daily Routine
$480 / every 2 weeks
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4 Year Olds

Preschool & Kinder Prep

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4 Year Olds

Preschool & Kinder Prep

Typically our 4-year-old children are split between the Preschool room and our Kinder room, based on birthdays or what is best for the child developmentally. Children work on social skills, sensory play, music and movement, art, and science. Teachers focus on sharing, being respectful, and establishing good hygiene habits like hand washing skills.

Requirement: Children must be potty-trained, wear underwear, and use the bathroom independently.
Social Skills Hygiene Habits Art & Science Music
$470 / every 2 weeks
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5+ Years

Kindergarten Readiness

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5+ Years

Kindergarten Readiness

Children who are 5 and older are in our Kinder room. Here they work on name writing, letters (sight and sounds), math, science, and reading. Our teachers work with children on scissor skills, holding pencils, upper and lower case letters, and much more.

Each month we focus on a theme, a letter, a number, and a shape. Each week children learn from songs, books, and worksheets. In addition to literacy activities, children participate in hands-on activities for science, math, art, and music/movement. Days are filled with outdoor play, sensory play, and lots of classroom choices for free time.

Requirement: Children must be potty-trained, wear underwear, and use the bathroom independently.
Reading & Writing Math & Science Fine Motor Skills Outdoor Play
$460 / every 2 weeks
We accept Child Care Assistance (CCAP). A 2-week deposit is required for all families, including those using CCAP. Please contact us for more details about enrollment and payment options.
Parent Corner

Resources for Minot Parents & Military Families

We provide information and resources to help Minot parents — including military families at Minot AFB — take advantage of what's available to them.

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Bright Wheel App

On top of daily face-to-face communication, The Learning Tree takes it one step further with the Bright Wheel app. This app is free and available to all parents. You will be able to see meals, activities, sleep times, diaper changes, and much more!

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Daily Communication

We value daily face-to-face communication with parents during drop-off and pick-up. Your child's teachers are always happy to chat about how the day is going and answer any questions.

📅 Days We Are Closed

  • New Year's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • 4th of July
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving (Thursday & Friday)
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day

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🕒 Hours of Operation

  • Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Our Team

Trained & Certified Child Care Providers in Minot

Our staff is passionate about your child's education and growth. Every team member at The Learning Tree is trained in Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and safe sleep practices — dedicated to providing the safest child care in Minot, ND.

Susan Cross, Founder of The Learning Tree

Susan Cross

Founder

Riley Fyllesvold, Director of The Learning Tree

Riley Fyllesvold

Director

Eileen Brown, Assistant Director of The Learning Tree

Eileen Brown

Assistant Director

All employees of The Learning Tree have completed courses in basic child care, SIDS (sleep training), and Pediatric First Aid/CPR. We provide continued education for all staff members throughout the year.

⚕️ Pediatric First Aid 🩺 CPR Certified 🛏️ SIDS / Safe Sleep 📚 Basic Child Care 📈 Continuing Education
Google Reviews

Why Minot Parents Love The Learning Tree

5.0 ★★★★★ 22 Reviews on Google
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Child Care Jobs in Minot, ND

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Available Positions

Assistant Teachers (Full and Part Time)  •  Lead Teachers (Full Time)

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Child Care in Minot

Everything parents need to know about daycare, preschool, and early education at The Learning Tree in Minot, North Dakota.

The Learning Tree is the highest-rated daycare in Minot, North Dakota with a perfect 5.0 star rating on Google from 22 parent reviews. We are located at 800 University Ave W in the Little Flower building and have been proudly serving Minot families since 2015. We provide quality child care, preschool, and kindergarten readiness programs for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

Yes! The Learning Tree is conveniently located near Minot Air Force Base at 800 University Ave W, Minot, ND 58703. We proudly serve many military families stationed at Minot AFB and accept Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) funding, including Air Force child care assistance programs. Contact us at 701-818-4515 for enrollment availability.

At The Learning Tree, tuition ranges from $460 to $510 every two weeks depending on your child's age group. Infant care (0–17 months) is $510, toddler care (18–36 months) is $495, 3-year-olds are $480, 4-year-olds are $470, and 5+ years is $460 bi-weekly. We accept CCAP, and our preschool and kindergarten readiness programs are included at no additional cost.

Absolutely! All children enrolled at The Learning Tree are automatically placed in our Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness classes at no additional cost. Our pre-K program covers name writing, letter recognition, math, science, reading, and fine motor skills — fully preparing your child for kindergarten in the Minot Public School system.

The Learning Tree accepts children from 6 weeks old to 12 years old. We offer five programs: Infant Room (0–17 months), Toddler Room (18–36 months), Preschool (3 year olds), Preschool & Kinder Prep (4 year olds), and Kindergarten Readiness (5+ years). Each program is tailored to your child's developmental stage.

We are open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, year-round. The Learning Tree at Little Flower is located at 800 University Ave W, Minot, ND 58703. We are closed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday & Friday), Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

Yes! The Learning Tree accepts Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) funding. We also welcome families using Air Force child care assistance programs, making quality child care in Minot accessible and affordable for military families at Minot Air Force Base. A 2-week deposit is required for all families.

The Learning Tree is family-owned and operated by Kevin and Susan Cross since 2015. We maintain a perfect 5.0 star Google rating, offer included preschool and kindergarten readiness programs, use the Bright Wheel app for daily parent communication, maintain a secure entry system, and employ staff trained in Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and safe sleep practices. Our facility at Little Flower also includes a gym for year-round indoor play.

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Contact Information

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The Learning Tree at Little Flower

800 University Ave W
Minot, ND 58703

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Phone

701-818-4515

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Email

Director@thelearningtreend.com

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Hours

Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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