Frequently Asked
Questions
Enrollment
Blossom Bridge Child Care provides care and early learning experiences for children 6 weeks through 5 years old. Our programs are designed to meet children where they are developmentally, from our youngest infants through Pre-K.
Blossom Bridge is open Monday – Friday from 6:30 am – 6:00 pm
Blossom Bridge offers enrollment options designed to meet the needs of different families. Availability can vary by classroom and schedule, so we encourage families to contact us to discuss the care their child needs.
Getting started is easy! Begin by contacting Blossom Bridge or completing our enrollment inquiry. From there, our team can walk you through availability, answer your questions, and help you take the next steps toward joining our community.
Availability varies by classroom and age group. If the program you’re interested in is currently full, our team can discuss available options and next steps with you.
Enrollment may be available throughout the year depending on classroom availability. Because openings can vary by age group, we recommend reaching out to see what is currently available.
We’d love to show you around! Families can schedule a personalized tour to explore Blossom Bridge, meet our team, see our learning environments, and get a feel for what makes our community special.
We recommend reaching out as early as possible, especially for infants and other high-demand age groups. Availability changes throughout the year, so connecting with us early gives your family the best opportunity to find the program and schedule that works for you.
Mission & Values
Blossom Bridge is more than a place for children to spend the day, we’re a community built around children, families, educators, and the future of early childhood education.
We combine play-based and experiential learning, individualized attention, strong family communication, and a genuine sense of community. Our goal is to create an environment where children feel safe, known, encouraged, and excited to learn.
We believe children learn best when they are actively involved in their learning. Our play-based approach encourages children to explore, experiment, create, ask questions, build relationships, and learn through real experiences.
We focus on the whole child—including academic, social, emotional, and physical development—while nurturing each child’s individual strengths, interests, and curiosity.
Blossom Bridge Child Care officially became licensed in Minnesota in September 2024 and welcomed its first families shortly afterward. While Blossom Bridge is a newer name in the community, our mission is rooted in a deep commitment to quality early childhood education and building a stronger future for children, families, and educators.
Blossom Bridge is independently owned and operated, which allows us to make decisions with our children, families, educators, and community at the center.
We believe parents are an essential part of a child’s learning journey. We prioritize open communication, provide real-time access to daily reports, and create opportunities for families to connect with teachers and become part of our school community.
Community is part of who we are. We create opportunities for families to connect through events, celebrations, family engagement activities, and community-focused experiences. We also share resources and local happenings to help families feel connected not only to Blossom Bridge, but to the communities we serve.
From the first tour to daily drop-off and pick-up, we want families to feel welcomed, supported, and connected. You’ll see teachers who know your child, communication throughout the day, opportunities to be involved, and a community that celebrates the little moments alongside you.
Programs & Learning
Blossom Bridge offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool, preschool, and Pre-K, serving children from 6 weeks through 5 years. Each classroom is designed around the developmental needs of its age group.
We build the skills children need for a confident transition to kindergarten through hands-on, experiential learning and intentional development across academic, social, emotional, and physical areas.
Our Pre-K program specifically focuses on social skills, emotional development, knowledge of the world around them, pre-reading, pre-writing, and pre-math skills while continuing to foster a lifelong love of learning.
Blossom Bridge uses a play-based, experiential approach to learning that combines hands-on exploration with intentional teaching and developmentally appropriate experiences. Children learn through play, relationships, discovery, and activities designed around their developmental stage, while teachers intentionally introduce and reinforce important concepts and skills.
Through play and meaningful experiences, children build problem-solving, communication, creativity, cooperation, independence, and early academic skills. Our teachers thoughtfully plan experiences that encourage children to wonder, explore, try, and discover, making learning both purposeful and joyful.
Absolutely! Hands-on, experiential learning is a key part of the Blossom Bridge approach. Children are encouraged to explore, create, experiment, interact, and discover through meaningful experiences that make learning fun and memorable.
Every classroom has its own rhythm based on the children’s ages and developmental needs, but days at Blossom Bridge include a balance of learning experiences, hands-on activities, play, social interaction, routines, meals and rest, and time to explore.
Our goal is to create days that feel joyful and engaging while giving children the consistency and structure they need to thrive.
Yes! Outdoor play and exploration are an important part of the Blossom Bridge experience. Our children have opportunities to enjoy our playground and outdoor spaces, giving them time to move, explore, play, and experience the world around them. Parent feedback frequently highlights our playground and outdoor area as a favorite part of the school.
We recognize that every child develops at their own pace and brings their own strengths, interests, and personality to the classroom. Our teachers provide individualized attention and intentionally create experiences that support each child’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development.
Teachers
Our teachers and staff are passionate early childhood professionals who are committed to creating meaningful experiences for children. Qualifications vary by position and role, and all staff members meet applicable licensing and position requirements.
We follow Minnesota State Requirements:
| Infants [6 weeks - 18 months] | 1: 4 |
| Toddlers [18 months - 36 months] | 1:7 |
| Preschoolers [3 years - 5 years] | 1:10 |
Communication is an important part of the Blossom Bridge experience. Families receive real-time access to digital daily reports, and teachers share updates throughout the day so parents can stay connected to their child’s experiences even while they’re away via the Playground app.
We believe supporting teachers is essential to providing quality care. Blossom Bridge invests in professional development, training, resources, and mentorship to help educators continue growing in their skills and confidence.
Our goal is to provide consistency for children even when a regular teacher is unavailable. We have other qualified staff members who are able to step in and provide care if a child’s regular teacher is out.
Safety
Safety is a foundational part of our program. Blossom Bridge has secure, locked entrances, trained staff, established health and safety procedures, and age-appropriate environments designed with children’s well-being in mind. All teachers and staff are CPR and First Aid certified.
Our facilities feature locked entrances designed to help keep children safe and secure. Access to the building is controlled, and our team follows established procedures for safely welcoming and releasing children.
Yes, all teachers and staff are CPR and First Aid certified.
Blossom Bridge follows applicable Minnesota childcare licensing requirements and maintains health and illness policies designed to protect children, families, and staff. Families are expected to follow our illness guidelines and keep children home when they are unable to safely participate in the day’s activities.
We understand that starting childcare is a big transition for both children and parents. Our teachers focus on building trusting relationships, creating predictable routines, and helping each child feel safe, welcomed, and comfortable. We work closely with families to learn about each child’s needs, personality, routines, and interests so we can make the transition as positive as possible.
We work closely with families to understand each child’s individual health and dietary needs and follow applicable policies and licensing requirements. Our team communicates with families about allergies, dietary restrictions, medications, and other health considerations so children can be cared for safely.
Family Communication
Blossom Bridge uses a digital communication platform that provides families with real-time access to daily reports and updates about their child’s day called Playground.
Yes. Open, collaborative communication between families and teachers is an important part of the Blossom Bridge experience. Families are encouraged to communicate with their child’s teaching team and reach out whenever they have questions, concerns, or information they’d like to share. This can happen either in person or via the Playground app.
Families receive digital updates throughout the day, including photos and information about their child’s experiences. This gives parents a window into their child’s day and helps them stay connected even when they’re apart. Parent feedback specifically highlights the frequent photos shared through the app.
We want families to feel comfortable speaking up. Questions and concerns are addressed through open communication with the appropriate teacher or member of the leadership team. Our goal is to listen, understand the concern, and work collaboratively with families toward a solution.
Families receive regular day-to-day updates through our digital communication platform, while developmental and educational progress is communicated through ongoing conversations and formal progress updates as appropriate.
Yes! We do formal parent teacher conferences every year. Additionally, if at any time a parent would like to meet with a teacher, they can request a conference.
Tuition & Fees
Tuition covers your child’s enrollment in their Blossom Bridge program and the care, learning experiences, classroom activities, and daily programming provided as part of that program.
Blossom Bridge provides meals and snacks as part of the children’s daily experience. The school focuses on providing healthy, fueling foods for children, and the team works with families regarding dietary needs.
Yes, there is a registration fee due at the time of enrollment and then annually each October.
Yes we do!
We do! Feel free to reach out to the director to get steps and additional details.
Tuition is billed on Mondays and due by Thursday each week.
Yes. For our Infant program, a hold fee is required to secure your child’s spot before their start date. All families also pay a quarterly activity fee.