Home child care in Minot, North Dakota
Where little roots grow strong.
A warm, mixed-age home where children learn through play, eat well, and get real one-on-one attention. And you always know how their day went.
High-quality preschool, with the warmth of home.
Juniper is Step 4 Quality Rated, the top step in Bright & Early ND, North Dakota’s child care quality rating.
- Multi-licensed preschool
- Led by a CDA-credentialed early childhood teacher
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Step 4 Quality Rated
Credentials behind the care
These badges show the hours of state-approved training we've completed through North Dakota's early childhood programs, plus our national Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
- B-5 Foundations: Child Development Earned
- B-5 Foundations: Family Engagement Earned
- B-5 Foundations: Environments Earned
- B-5 Foundations: Principles of Child Development Earned
- B-5 Foundations: Observation and Assessment Earned
- B-5 Foundations: Interactions Earned
- Leadership Foundations: Program Operation Earned
- Leadership Foundations: Professional Practices Earned
Teaching Strategies GOLD®
Every milestone, noticed.
GOLD is the research-based observation and assessment tool we use to track each child’s development. Instead of formal tests, we observe children during everyday play and routines, then plan around what each child is ready for next.
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Research-based objectives for development and learning
Aligned with state early learning guidelines.
What we track
- Social-emotional
- Physical
- Language
- Cognitive
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Science & technology
- Social studies
- The arts
“Welcome to our world. We are glad you are here!”
Our promise to every family who walks through the door.
A home-away-from-home in the heart of Minot
Our world at Juniper is filled with play and learning. Children spend their days in a small, mixed-age group where they explore, create and discover at their own pace, with activities and resources chosen to support their natural development.
We care for the whole child: their curiosity, their confidence, their friendships and their healthy habits. And we care for you too, with one-on-one time and honest, everyday communication so you never have to wonder how the day went.
Small, mixed-age group
Siblings stay together, and little ones learn from the big kids.
Healthy meals and snacks
Nourishing food, served every day.
Child-led learning
Activities that follow each child’s curiosity.
One-on-one with parents
Real conversations about your child’s day.
What a day at Juniper looks like
Every day balances free play, guided activities, good food and plenty of attention. Here’s what shapes it.
Learning through play
Play is how children make sense of the world. We set out materials and activities that invite exploring, building, pretending and creating, then follow where your child’s curiosity leads.
Child-led learning builds the things that matter most early on: focus, problem-solving, independence and a genuine love of learning.
Big kids and little kids, together
Mixed ages mean younger children are inspired by older ones, and older children learn patience, kindness and leadership.
Healthy habits from the start
We eat healthy, nourishing food together and make mealtimes a relaxed, social part of the day.
Attention that helps them excel
A small group means every child gets the tools, encouragement and attention they need to grow.
Life at Juniper
Art projects, backyard adventures, nature walks and story time. A peek at a few of our favorite days. See more on Facebook.
Joining Juniper is simple
No pressure, no complicated forms up front. Just a conversation about your family.
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Reach out
Call or email to ask about openings for your child’s age and your schedule.
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Come for a visit
Tour our space, meet us, and see what a real day at Juniper feels like.
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Settle in together
We plan a gentle start with you and stay in close, one-on-one contact as your child settles in.
Questions parents ask
Don’t see yours? Call 701-721-0606 or email stacey@juniperchildcare.com.
Do you have openings right now?
Openings change throughout the year. Call or email and we’ll let you know what’s available for your child’s age and the schedule you need.
What does a typical day look like?
A mix of free play, child-led activities, healthy meals and snacks, and rest. We follow the children’s interests and give each child plenty of individual attention.
What does a mixed-age group mean for my child?
Children of different ages spend the day together, much like a family. Younger kids learn by watching older ones, older kids build confidence and kindness, and siblings can stay together.
Are meals and snacks provided?
Yes. Healthy eating is a big part of our day, and we serve nourishing meals and snacks.
How will I know how my child’s day went?
We believe in one-on-one time with parents. Expect honest, everyday communication about how your child is doing, what they enjoyed and how they’re growing.
Where are you located?
We’re at 920 5th Ave SE in Minot, North Dakota 58701. Schedule a tour and come see the space in person.