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 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.
