Little Chargers Childcare

Little Chargers Childcare offers childcare services to enrolled DC Play and Learn Preschool students. Our program is a balanced, high-quality opportunity that provides recreation, social skill development, basic skill reinforcement, and academic enrichment. Our dedicated staff provide a nurturing and fun environment for students attending Little Chargers Childcare. We offer care at two locations: Cokato Elementary and the Early Childhood Center. This program is an excellent flow from preschool to care, where children participate in fun, theme-based activities that support their preschool learning. 

  •  Students must be enrolled in DC Play and Learn Preschool to be eligible for care.
    •  If a preschool section is full and your child is on a waitlist, families may register for full-time care at Little Chargers Childcare while waiting for a preschool spot to open. 
  • Families may choose between full-time care and preschool-day-only care. 
  • A daily rest time is provided. If your child does not nap, we recommend registering for an afternoon preschool class. 
  • All students must be able to use the bathroom independently. (recognize the need to go, use the bathroom alone, and change clothing if needed). 
  • Summer care requires a separate registration before the start of summer.

TWO Little Chargers Childcare Locations 🏫

  • 🏫 EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (3/4 & 4/5 Preschool Classes)
    • Providing care for preschoolers enrolled in the Play and Learn Preschool Early Childhood Center 3/4 and 4/5 class sections. Preschoolers remain at this location for wraparound care
    • Phone: 320-286-4100 ext. 1028 
    • Hours: 6:30 am-5:30 pm 
    • Address: Community Education & Early Childhood Center, 4852 Reardon Ave. SW, Cokato, MN 55321. 
    • Enter through door B on the west side of the building.
  • 🏫 COKATO ELEMENTARY (Cokato Ages 4/5)
    • Children attending preschool at Cokato Elementary will receive wraparound care on-site. 
    • Preschoolers remain at this location for wraparound care 
    • Phone: 320-286-4100 ext. 1356
    • Hours: 6:30 am-5:30 pm 
    • Address: Cokato Elementary, 200 5th St. S, Cokato, MN 55321. 
    • Enter through door E on the east side of the building.