Nurturing Brilliant Learners

Montessori-Inspired Early Education
With The Coziness Of Home

Montessori Preschool & Child Care Center Serving Bloomington, Savage, Shakopee & Excelsior, MN

Downtown Minneapolis (We are officially open as of this week)

Montessori-Trained Teachers To Guide Your Child's Growth

Your child is eager to gain knowledge and has the total capability of initiating their learning in a supportive Montessori environment. Montessori-trained teachers believe your child will flourish with:
  • Self-directed activities
  • Collaborative play
  • And hands-on learning

Prepare Your Child For Scholastic Excellence

Exploratory, self-guided learning helps your child become an eager learner who naturally excels in a formal school setting. They learn to read at a Kindergarten or 1st Grade level and gain the social and practical life skills they need to succeed in life.

We Protect Your Child’s Health

Health & Safety Protocols

Onsite Cleaners And Staff Sanitize All Surfaces Daily

Professional cleaners disinfect overnight and focus on high-touch areas like door handles, light switches, and countertops to safeguard your family’s health. Child-safe disinfectant solution sprayers and foggers are also used by staff at least twice daily.

Air Filtration Every 15 Minutes Eradicates Allergens, Germs & Viruses

The high-efficiency H13 TRUE HEPA filter is tested to remove 99.9% of particles

Get Your Child Ready For Life With Practical Skills

In a Montessori classroom’s social life, children prefer one another’s company to dolls and use “real” utensils instead of toys. With real brushes for cleaning and actual carpets to sweep, your child learns the skills to participate at home and school.

Come In For A Tour And Get Your Child's Car Seat Safety Checked By A Licensed Specialist.

Materials That Are Designed To Support Purposeful Activity

Montessori materials may look simple, but based on years of observation, experiment, and study, they are precisely designed. Toys and puzzles guide your child to an intended outcome, like color sorting and matching, so that the activity is purposeful.
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STEAM Development Is A Daily Enrichment Opportunity

Children can explore STEAM, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics by using their senses. Teachers guide your child through natural learning experiences that lead to discovery and inquiry every day.

Extra Enrichments Like Yoga Included In Tuition

Expose your child to the widest variety of early learning experiences to cultivate their talents. All-inclusive programming starts them off on their journey of discovery – and excellence- with the following enrichment activities:
  • Yoga, dance, and gymnastics
  • Spanish language instruction
  • Baby Signing and music
  • Children's Tae Kwon Do
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"The greatest development is achieved during the first years of life, and therefore it is then that the greatest care should be taken. If this is done, then the child does not become a burden; he will reveal himself as the greatest marvel of nature."

~ Maria Montessori

Natural Play Structures, A Greenhouse, And Splash Pad

Natural play structures offer endless play opportunities. Children also tend to gardens outside and enjoy epic play areas with climbers and slides. Location-specific features include a splash pad for summertime fun and a greenhouse for gardening.

Guest Visitors Bring On The Learning Fun

In-house visitors are an exciting way for your child to learn about people and professionals, and animals who squeak, slither and crawl. Children love meeting police officers, firefighters, Bob the beachcomber, to name a few.

Get Updates On Your Child's Day With Kangarootime

Connect with your child’s day using your smartphone app, where you can view daily notes, send messages, and receive sweet pictures. Engage in your child’s learning and lesson plans, and rest easy knowing what they are up to throughout the day.

Delicious, Nutrition-Packed Meals And Snacks Provided

Give your child an optimal diet packed with the nutrients, vitamins, and minerals they need for their body to grow healthy and their mind to grow strong. Expect a nut-free environment with gluten-free substitutes available upon request.

We Have A Certified First-Aid and AED Instructor On-Site For Your Child's Health And Safety

Proud To Provide Safe And Eco-Healthy Child Care®

Yes, We Offer Tuition Support Options

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Hear What Parents Have to Say...

"Love the staff and the vision the school has for children."

My son started this week and it has been the smoothest transition for him. He feels like he is at home. I would recommend to anyone looking for a quality childcare for their children.

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Carrie Bondhus

"The staff and the Kangarootime app are my favorite"

I can say with 100% confidence that enrolling our son here is one of the best decisions we've ever made for him. The staff and the Kangarootime app are my favorite parts of this place! Ms. Jasmine, Ms. Regina, and Ms. Kara....you are AMAZING and the RVM is so lucky to have you!

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Emily 'Bauer' Wall

"This is the first school for our son and it has been a great transition."

We have really seen the progression of how comfortable he is with going to school and the excitement of seeing his friends. The facility is clean and the teachers are friendly. RVM is timely when it comes to sending updates and communication.

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Han Schultz

"Awesome programming and a staff that really cares about my kids."

I have always felt safe leaving them and they always come home with fun stories or new things they learned. Highly recommend River Valley!

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Kylene Webster

"This center goes above and beyond for the staff and their students"

and i love having and knowing that my children are learning something new every single day and that they love going to school to not only learn but to see their friends and be with their teachers.

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Alyssa Pool

"I highly recommend this school."

The teachers truly care for the children and are dedicated to helping the children learn and grow. Great school. Jess the Director is amazing at communication with the parents. Thank you River valley for helping my son 😃

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Sara Tibbetts

"River Valley Montessori has been so beneficial for my child!"

It’s amazing how much she has grown and developed in the short time she has been there. The staff is excellent; very caring and responsive! My daughter will actually ask to go to school, which to me, speaks volumes on how much she likes it! Highly recommend River Valley Montessori.

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Christine Carlson

"River Valley is awesome! My daughter looks forward to going everyday"

and has so much to talk about when she gets home. The staff is wonderful. I would highly recommend River Valley.

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Heidi Miller

How Old Is Your Child?

Infants

6 Wks - 16 Months

Toddlers

16 - 32 months

Preschool

33 months to 6 years

virtual preschool

K - 9 Years

Infants

6 Wks - 16 Months

Toddlers

16 - 32 months

Preschool

33 months to 6 years

Infants

6 Wks - 16 Months

Toddlers

16 - 32 months

Preschool

33 months to 6 years

Air Filtration Every 15 Minutes Eradicates Allergens, Germs & Viruses

The high-efficiency H13 TRUE HEPA filter is tested to remove 99.9% of particles