Nurturing Care & Early Learning in Elk River, MN
A family-owned, licensed childcare center focused on building independence and self-confidence from 6 weeks to 5 years.
Welcome to dawn of discovery!
Where Every Child's Journey Begins with Care
Not all childcare centers are created equally. As a family-owned business, Dawn of Discovery offers a bright, clean, and comfortable environment with the benefits of a structured educational setting. From our classrooms to our outdoor play area, we strive to instill independence and self-confidence in your child. Have more than one daycare-aged child? Dawn of Discovery is proud to offer siblings a family discount!
Infants
For ages 6 weeks – 18 months
Toddlers
For ages 18 months – 3 years
Preschool
For ages 3 – 4 years
Pre-K
For ages 4 – 5 years
What Makes Us Unique
At Dawn of Discovery, our goal is to promote emotional, intellectual, social, and physical development in each child in a safe and nurturing manner. From six weeks to five years old, our infant, toddler and preschool curriculum is designed to offer your child a wonderful experience and ensure they are developing to their full potential.
Not only does Dawn of Discovery accommodate your child’s needs and learning style, we strive to accommodate parents! Conveniently located right off Highway 169, we are open from 6:30 am – 5:30 pm Monday-Friday and accept a broad spectrum of payment options.
CPR & First Aid Certified Staff
Fully Licensed Childcare Center
Daily Connect Real-Time Updates
Star News 'Best Of' Winner
Stay Connected All Day Long.
Dawn of Discovery keeps parents in the loop via the Daily Connect smartphone app. Available for infants and toddlers, our staff will track your infant’s eating, sleeping and diaper-changing schedule and send you text and photo updates throughout the day.
Contact Dawn of Discovery today to schedule a tour or to learn more about the infant care services we provide to the Northwest Suburbs of the Twin Cities!
Meet Our Staff
Our staff is loving, patient and very experienced with kids. From teachers to administrators to our cook, Dawn of Discovery’s staff offers guidance to encourage independence and self-confidence in your child.
Words from the parents
At Dawn of Discovery, families are at the heart of everything we do. From first steps to first friendships, our preschool community helps children grow with confidence, curiosity, and joy. Here’s what parents love most about their experience with us.
"We moved our child to this center in March and could not be happier with the care she receives. All of the staff, down to the cook, are so wonderful. You can tell they all truly care for the children. I also love that this center is family owned. They seem to really care for and treat their staff well too!"
— Steph
“Our son has been to 3 daycares and this is by far the best! He is 2 years old and his speech is improving, I believe it has a lot to do with the structure and education plans.”
— Bri
“My 2.5 y/o son has been going to DOD for about 6 months and we have had a great experience. He loves it, and the teachers are very friendly.”
— Jesse
Ready to find your child's second home?
Come explore our safe, fun, and engaging classrooms! Schedule a tour today to experience our community firsthand.