Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Childcare & Early Education
Founded in 1999 by David and Anna Achtenberg, our organization was built on the belief that childcare should be a nurturing extension of family. We prioritize creating a safe, loving environment where communication is transparent and relationships are valued. Our dedicated team, many of whom have been with us since our inception, brings decades of collective experience in early childhood education. Each location is designed to foster learning through structured curricula that emphasize academic readiness, social skills, and creative exploration.We maintain rigorous safety standards, including monthly inspections by a professional nurse and CPR/first-aid-certified staff. Our commitment to personalized care ensures parents remain actively engaged through daily updates, parent-teacher conferences, and open-door policies. Over 25 years, we've grown to become Minnesota's trusted leader in early education while preserving the family-centric ethos that defines us.
Services
Infant Program
Toddlers Program
Preschool Program
Pre Kindergarten Program
School Age Program
Summer Program
Transportation Services
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of proven excellence in early childhood education
- Monthly safety inspections by professional nurses
- Certified CPR/First Aid staff with specialized training
- Daily communication through parent-teacher conferences and digital updates
- Family team with decades of combined experience in childcare
What people say
Loving staff
Excellent curriculum
Daily communication
Academic preparation
Smooth transitions
Services
Infant Program
Our infant program nurtures newborns up to 18 months through developmentally appropriate activities that stimulate motor, language, and social skills. Certified caregivers provide individualized attention in a home-like environment with separate sleeping and play areas. Monthly nurse visits ensure optimal safety standards while Daily Connect technology keeps parents informed about their child's daily progress.
Preschool Program
Designed for children aged 33 months to kindergarten entry, our preschool curriculum focuses on school readiness through structured lessons in art, science, math, and social skills. Classrooms feature discovery centers for independent learning while maintaining emphasis on decision-making and self-help development. Certified staff implement research-based teaching methods that consistently produce academically advanced students.
Summer Program
Our summer camps offer full-day programming with field trips to water parks, rock climbing facilities, and educational attractions. Age-specific activities promote teamwork, creativity, and leadership while maintaining safety through certified staff supervision. The program includes themed weeks, guest performers, and specialized mini-camps for preschoolers with arts, science, and movement-based learning experiences.
School Age Program
Serving children aged 6-12 years, this program provides homework assistance, structured study areas, and organized recreational activities. Certified educators support academic development while fostering social growth through group projects and problem-solving exercises. The program operates during school breaks and early dismissal days with transportation available from local schools.
Toddler Program
For children aged 19-32 months, our toddler program encourages independence and self-expression through play-based learning. Classrooms feature sign language integration to support communication development alongside potty training assistance and social skill building. Certified caregivers implement daily lesson plans that balance structured activities with free exploration in specially designed learning centers.
People
Anna Achtenberg
Owner/President/CEO
Founder of Anna's Bananas Daycare since 1999, Anna has dedicated her career to early childhood education. As a mother of four, she combines personal and professional experience to maintain the center's family-oriented philosophy. Her leadership emphasizes quality care, staff development, and community engagement.
David Achtenberg
Co-Owner
Co-founder with Anna since 1999, David focuses on operational excellence and facility development. Together with Anna, he established the center's commitment to creating a safe, nurturing environment that combines educational rigor with compassionate care for hundreds of children daily.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide care for children from newborn through 12 years old across our programs.
Are meals provided?
Yes, we offer healthy, allergen-free meals and snacks daily with special dietary accommodations.
How do you communicate with parents?
Through Daily Connect app updates, parent-teacher conferences, and open-door policy for visits.
What safety certifications do staff have?
All staff are CPR/First Aid certified with specialized training in infant care and disease prevention.
Do you offer summer programs?
Our summer camps include field trips, themed activities, and age-specific learning experiences.
Are part-time schedules available?
Flexible scheduling options are available across all our childcare programs.
