Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare & Preschool in Buffalo, MN
Kid's Haven has been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development since 1991. Our Buffalo, Minnesota facility provides a safe, loving environment where children from 6 weeks to 12 years old receive personalized care and educational enrichment. With a team of experienced professionals, we implement The Creative Curriculum to foster independence and curiosity through age-appropriate activities.Our programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children are designed to meet individual developmental needs while maintaining strict safety standards. We maintain open communication with families and offer flexible scheduling to accommodate working parents. Our 4-Star Parent Aware rating reflects our commitment to excellence in early childhood education and care.
Services
Infants Program
Toddlers Program
Preschool Program
School Age Care
Extracurricular Activities
Summer Programs
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Experienced staff with specialized early childhood education training
- Secure facility with comprehensive safety measures and constant supervision
- The Creative Curriculum for science-based developmental programming
- Flexible scheduling options for working families
- Consistent positive feedback from long-term families
Associations and certifications
- Parent Aware
What people say
Friendly and welcoming staff
Safe and loving environment
Dedicated teachers
Positive developmental outcomes
Excellent communication
Services
Infants Program
Our infant program serves children 6 weeks to 18 months in a soothing environment with individualized attention. Caregivers provide gentle touch and responsive care while following personalized schedules for feeding and sleeping. The program emphasizes trust-building through consistent routines and sensory exploration activities that support early development milestones.
Preschool Program
Designed for 2-year-olds through kindergarten entrants, our preschool program uses The Creative Curriculum to develop foundational skills. Six dedicated classrooms offer interest-based learning centers with monthly field trips and technology integration. Teachers implement GOLDplus assessments to individualize instruction while focusing on social-emotional growth and academic readiness through play-based learning experiences.
School Age Care
Serving children 5-12 years old, this program combines academic support with recreational activities. Before and after school care includes homework assistance, STEAM learning, and weekly field trips during summer months. The curriculum promotes independence through structured group activities and self-directed exploration in specially designed interest areas.
Summer Programs
Our summer program for ages 5-12 features themed activities, weekly field trips, and specialized classes in drama, music, and arts. The STEAM-focused curriculum maintains educational continuity while promoting physical activity and social development. Parents can choose between full-day sessions with field trip packages or flexible drop-in options.
Extracurricular Activities
Complementary enrichment activities include fitness classes, music instruction, and computer literacy programs. These age-appropriate sessions enhance core curriculum learning while developing motor skills and creative expression. Specialized summer classes in gardening, card making, and health education provide additional opportunities for holistic development.
People
Terry Peterson
Founder
Terry established Kid's Haven in 1991 with a vision for quality childcare. With decades of experience in early childhood education, he developed the center's foundational curriculum and continues guiding its educational philosophy.
Missy Sjolin
Director and Owner
As Director and Owner, Missy oversees daily operations and staff development. She brings extensive childcare management experience and maintains active involvement in curriculum implementation and parent engagement initiatives.
Shawna Fadden
Assistant Director
Shawna coordinates program logistics and staff training. With over 15 years in childcare administration, she ensures operational efficiency while maintaining close communication with families about their children's progress.
Jaclyn Marek
Infant Supervisor
Jaclyn leads the infant care team with specialized expertise in early childhood development. She creates nurturing environments for newborns to 18-month-olds and maintains personalized care plans for each child's unique needs.
Karri Smith
Toddler Supervisor
Karri manages toddler programming with focus on potty training and social skill development. Her team implements age-appropriate activities that balance structure with creative exploration for 16-month to 3-year-old children.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children from 6 weeks old through 12 years, offering specialized programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
Are you accredited?
Yes, we maintain a 4-Star Parent Aware rating, reflecting our commitment to exceeding state childcare standards and best practices.
Do you offer summer programs?
Our summer camp includes weekly field trips, STEAM activities, and themed learning experiences for children aged 5-12 with flexible enrollment options.
What curriculum do you use?
We implement The Creative Curriculum, a research-based program focusing on social-emotional development and school readiness through play-based learning.
How do you communicate with parents?
We provide daily updates through the ProCare app, regular parent-teacher conferences, and maintain open communication channels for immediate concerns.
What safety measures are in place?
Our secure facility requires keycard access, maintains staff-to-child ratios exceeding requirements, and conducts regular safety drills with documented procedures.
