.png "uio")
Child Care
Our mission is to provide a safe and fun environment for children ages 4 through 5th grade. Our middle of the day care for 4-year-olds is called Cool Cubs, and our before and after school program is called Cool Kids. At Cool Kids/Cubs we, play, do assorted crafts, make friends, play outside, read, learn and grow! It has never been more fun to be a Cool Kid or Cool Cub!
Contact us:
Cool Kids direct line: 655-5010
Other phone: 879-4038
General E-mail for Cool Kids staff, scheduling & billing: [email protected]
Location: 16 E Hwy 61 Esko, MN 55733
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 10 Esko, MN 55733
Fall Hours: M-F 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Summer Hours: M-F 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Registration
Register in Eleyo. Students currently enrolled in the program get first priority. If we have openings after current students enroll, we admit students on a first come first served basis.
Cool Kids Fall 25-26 is Full
Registration for Summer 2026 will open at 12:00 Noon, Monday, February 9th
Registration for school Year 26-27 will open at 12:00 Noon, Monday, March 9th
Is Cool Kids full? Here is a list of Parent Aware Certified Centers to look at! Click on link below.
Parent Aware Certified Centers
Cool Kids is now certified with the state of Minnesota and is eligible to receive payment through the Child Care Assistance Program. If you'd like to apply, visit the CCAP site at: https://dcyf.mn.gov/programs-directory/child-care-assistance-program
Frequently Asked Questions!
Contact
Scheduling
Billing
Program