Centaur Beginnings Child Care Center provides care for children 6 weeks - 3 years old.
Centaur Plus is a quality and engaging school age care program for youth in Preschool through 5th grade.
Centaur Preschool offers a full-day, DHS-certified program for children ages 3 to 5, combining preschool learning, child care, and social-emotional development in a supportive, inclusive classroom.
Our Before & After Pre-K Child Care Program provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young learners. Designed for children ages 4-5 who are enrolled in Brooklyn Center Elementary School’s Pre-K program.
LEAP 21 Summer offers students opportunities to engage in fun educational experiences with licensed teachers as well as exciting enrichment opportunities with community partners and youth workers, all within an area of their own interest.
Centaur Beginnings is a DHS-licensed child care center that offers a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for our youngest learners. Serving children ages 6 weeks to 3 years, our program is thoughtfully designed to support each child’s growth through play-based learning, sensory exploration, and caring relationships.
Our experienced and compassionate staff create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where children can build trust, develop independence, and begin to explore the world around them. Daily activities include hands-on experiences that encourage language development, motor skills, social-emotional learning, and early cognitive growth—all through routines that provide structure and comfort.
Centaur Beginnings is open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on regular school days and most teacher duty days, providing families with consistent, high-quality care they can count on. Email childcareprograms@bccs286.org with questions.
At Centaur Beginnings, we’re committed to partnering with families to ensure every child has a strong start.
Registrations received after 12:00pm on Thursday, August 28th, will be processed the first week of school. You will receive an email once your application is approved.
