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.
Centaur PreschoolCentaur Preschool offers a full-day, DHS-certified program designed to provide 3-year-old scholars with a strong foundation for school success. Through an engaging, play-based curriculum, children explore the world around them with curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Our program blends preschool learning, child care support, and social-emotional development to meet the needs of both children and families.
Centaur Preschool operates as a combined classroom, where 3 to 5-year-old students learn and grow together in a supportive, inclusive setting. This model allows for peer learning, leadership opportunities for older students, and individualized support for each child based on their developmental stage. Full-day childcare for 3-4 year olds, and half day child care for those enrolled in Pre-K.
Please note: Half-day child care is only available for children enrolled in Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK/Pre-K).
Centaur Preschool is open from 7:30am - 2:30pm on all school days. After school childcare is available through our Centaur Plus program. Please register using this link https://brooklyncenter.ce.eleyo.com/
Age Requirements:
If you have questions about age eligibility or placement, please email us at childcareprograms@bccs286.org.
Students enrolled in Centaur Preschool are not eligible for district transportation.
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.