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Especially For Children, Inc.

Bloomington, MN · Hennepin County
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 1.0 (1 review)
5133 W 98th St, Bloomington, MN 55437
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Quick Facts

Capacity
66 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Transportation
Field Trips
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (952) 831-1435
5133 W 98th St
Bloomington, MN 55437
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
830650
License Holder
Especially for Children, Inc.
Licensed Since
1998
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Hennepin County Social Services

Reviews

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Hotdawg
2022-10-18 19:57:02
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The entire center smells poopy. Management does not return phone calls.

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About the Provider

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Especially for Children provides care and education for young children which enhances their emotional security and self-esteem while stimulating their intellectual growth. We enable children to explore and discover with their peers and with encouraging adults in a creative and safe environment. We also seek to provide peace of mind and a supportive community through trained personnel family events and excellent programs.

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday-Friday
  • Open HoursMon - Fri: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Inspection/Report History

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Report Date Report Type Report Status
2025-07-09 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (d) - Health Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2 - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Violation Description: Health Practices: Food allergy information was not available to staff. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2024-07-31 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 3 - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 14 - Health Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1 - Reporting Requirements
Violation Description: Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain physical exam documentation. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Health Practices: Staff did not wash their hands with soap and water. Reporting Requirements: The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2024-05-15 Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum
2024-03-13 Maltreatment Investigation - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices
Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2023-07-25 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2 - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 1; and section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1) - Staff Training
Violation Description: Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2023-02-01 Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum
2022-11-04 Maltreatment Investigation - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18; and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A. - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1. - Program Practices
Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2022-07-18 Licensing Review In Compliance
2021-06-08 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Violation Description: Hazardous objects were accessible to children.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Not Yet Submitted
2021-05-19 Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum
2020-10-12 Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review In Compliance
2020-01-02 Correction Order
2019-08-06 License Review Report

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