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About Especially for Children on W. 70th St in Edina, MN
Welcome to Especially for Children’s Edina/W. 70th Street Edina Center. We serve infant through preschool age children in a caring and educational environment. Our highly trained, nurturing and dedicated teaching staff has a combined total of over 203 years of EFC experience. Learn more about our Curriculum and Program Goals here.
Our school is a unique physical space both inside and out. In our warm and bright classrooms, the children love storytime, music, art and sensory activities, building blocks and dramatic play. We have an indoor large muscle room, and the children take advantage of our great outdoor space.
A large, shaded outdoor playground provides opportunities for exercise, physical challenges and outdoor adventures. On any given day you can find infants taking a buggy ride, toddlers building sandcastles, and the preschoolers playing freeze tag or enjoying bike day.
At Especially for Children, we strive to create a family-feel and have many events throughout the year where parents and families can connect with one another. These include our annual picnic, Halloween party and Family Fun Night. We invite you to visit the Edina/W 70th Street EFC school and see for yourself what a positive place it can be for your child and family.
Our Daycare and Preschool Programs
- Infant Program: Nurturing routines and daily updates through the Baby Connect app, plus buggy rides.
- Toddler Program: Play-based exploration, including sensory activities and sandcastle building.
- Preschool and Pre-K Programs: Project-based learning, with freeze tag and bike day for active play.
- Indoor Large Muscle Room: Active play in any weather.
- Family Events: Annual picnic, Halloween party and Family Fun Night.
Why Parents in Edina Choose Especially for Children
Edina families choose us for experienced teachers, a convenient location off Highway 100 and a strong sense of community. Our staff brings over 203 years of combined EFC experience, and we’ve been recognized as a Best of Edina winner and a 2026 finalist. Parents tell us they love how much teachers communicate and the family events that make this feel like a community.
Getting To Our Preschool
Especially for Children Edina/W 70th Street is located at 5015 W. 70th St., Edina, MN 55439, on the southwest corner of Highway 100 and West 70th Street. Highway 100 has its own exit at West 70th Street. From there, I-494 is about a mile south and Highway 62 is about a mile north, so we’re easy to reach from across the south metro.
Our school is a unique space inside and out, with an indoor large muscle room and a big, shaded outdoor playground. We’re open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and we invite you to stop by for a visit.
Schedule A Time to Tour Our Preschool
Schedule your tour today or request information, and we will be in touch soon. We can’t wait to meet your family!
Programs Offered
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What ages does EFC Edina/W 70th Street serve?
We serve infant through preschool-age children, and we offer a summer school-age program for children who have graduated Kindergarten or 1st grade.
What are your hours?
We’re open Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where are you located?
We’re at 5015 W. 70th St., on the southwest corner of Highway 100 and West 70th Street, with easy access from Highway 62 and I-494.
What is a typical day like?
Children enjoy storytime, music, art, sensory activities, building blocks and dramatic play. Outside, infants take buggy rides, toddlers build sandcastles and preschoolers play freeze tag or enjoy bike day.
How do I schedule a tour?
Use the Schedule a Visit button on our website or call (218)-622-0914. We’d love to meet you and your child.
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