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Preschool Options at Mesabi East
Mesabi East Early Childhood Programs provide a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experience for young children and their families. We invite families to apply and join a program designed to support your child’s growth through hands-on learning, structured routines, and meaningful social development.
Our Early Childhood classrooms nurture curiosity, creativity, confidence, and a love for learning, helping children build the foundational skills they need for success in kindergarten and beyond. At Mesabi East, we believe early learning is about more than academics. It’s about helping children learn how to communicate, solve problems, work with others, and feel safe and supported as they explore the world around them.
We understand that every child develops at their own pace, and every family has unique needs. That’s why Mesabi East offers multiple early childhood options, plus Structured Day Programming for families who need additional care. Whether your child is starting their first school experience or preparing for the transition to kindergarten, we’re here to help them learn, grow, and thrive.
Preschool Options at Mesabi East
Mesabi East Early Childhood Programs provide a warm, engaging start for young learners through hands-on activities, structured routines, and meaningful social development.
Our programs help children build confidence, curiosity, and the foundational skills they need for kindergarten and beyond.
Mesabi East Early Childhood programs are organized by your child’s age as of September 1st, with multiple options to match developmental readiness and family needs. We offer Preschool options for children who are 3, 4, or 5 years old by September 1st. Each program provides a structured daily routine while supporting early learning through play, social development, and hands-on experiences.
| Child’s Age by Sept. 1 | Program Option | Best Fit For |
|---|---|---|
| 5 years old | Kindergarten | Students ready to begin Kindergarten (Pre-K encouraged but not required). |
| 5 years old | 5-Day Pre-K (Full Week) | Students who would benefit from an additional year of Pre-K before Kindergarten. |
| 4 years old | 5-Day Pre-K (Full Week) | Students ready for a consistent preschool routine. |
| 4 years old | 3-Day Pre-K | Students ready for a consistent preschool routine. |
| 3 years old | 2-Day Pre-K | Students beginning their preschool experience and learning early classroom routines. |
Students are provided breakfast with their class. Hot lunch is available, or you may choose to send a cold lunch for your child.
4 year old Early Childhood students are able to ride the bus to and from school using established routes.
3 year old students are encouraged to be transported by a guardian. If a 3 year old must use the bus, a bus buddy and plan must be approved.
Minnesota school immunization requirements apply for enrollment in Early Childhood programming. Families may be asked to provide required immunization records or approved documentation as part of the enrollment process.
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