About Us
Experienced, caring daycare you can rely on.
Pillsbury Early Education Center is an learning center with a history of ensuring children are prepared for kindergarten. The arts-integrated learning program offers a wide range of activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity, and build learning confidence. Our approach is culturally diverse and attentive to the individual and distinct needs of each child. Our caring, licensed staff has advanced training in early education, and decades of experience in the field.
The center is located within Pillsbury House + Theatre, which provides families with a unique opportunity to access a variety of services, activities and events in the same location as their childcare center.
Our approach
- Culturally responsive instruction that acknowledges, responds to, and celebrates diversity and difference
- Art-integrated learning that combines visual arts, dance, drama and movement into everyday learning activities
- Developmentally-appropriate curriculum and activities to expand language development and build strong beginning literacy and math skills
- Lessons that expose learners to Spanish and American Sign Language
Our teachers
Our highly qualified team includes:
Pillsbury House + Theatre’s four resident teaching artists work alongside PEEC teachers to foster growth and development through dance and drama classes that compliment children’s learning experiences.
Hours
Monday – Friday
7:30 AM – 5:30PM
4-Star Parent Aware Rated
We’re proud to have a 4-star Parent Aware rating! This means we’re using school readiness best practices to make sure the kids we care for are prepared for kindergarten.
We Use Brightwheel!
Brightwheel is a communication and management tool that allows us to share real-time updates about your child’s day — from photos and learning milestones to naps, meals, and diaper changes. You’ll receive instant messages from teachers, view your child’s schedule, and even handle billing and check-ins all in one convenient app. It’s our way of keeping you informed and involved, even when you’re away.
With Brightwheel, you’ll never miss a moment — and can feel confident your child is in caring hands.
Pillsbury Early Education Center is an arts-infused daycare in the heart of South Minneapolis.