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6040 Clearwater Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55343
763-259-6860
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Minneapolis, MN
TGS has been the most wonderful experience for our family. My daughter has been enrolled since she was 2 years old and will be graduating next month. The family and community that is TGS, is a very special place. The education and individual support they provide has more than prepared her for kindergarten next year. We will cherish these years and many memories for a lifetime. Thank you for all you do for our little ones!
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Edina, MN
Teacher engagement has been great, my daughter’s vocabulary, emotional control and ability to play with and adapt to different kiddos in various environments has improved greatly since coming to Gardner from an in-home daycare. The director and her administrative staff regularly have unique on-site educational (and fun!) events throughout the calendar year tailored to multiple holidays and seasonal events (e.g. llamas, pumpkin painting, Christmas elf, shamrock party, grandparents tea). Having enrichments on-site available like soccer shots, code njnjas, yoga, dance, Spanish, tumbling has been great convenience too.
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Eden Prairie, MN
Great teachers and staff. Strong curriculum.
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You can tell the staff really cares about the kids.
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Minnetonka, MN
I like the transparency from leadership and the dedication from teachers. Regarding the latter, I feel like nearly every teacher in the school knows my child by first name, which makes me feel secure in having chosen TGS.
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Eden Prairie, MN
Consistent transparent communication. The school staff works with me and my child to ensure the best experience. I appreciate all of the dedication of the staff to ensure my child is cared for.
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We were so warmly welcomed and cared for. The regular updates from the teachers through the day were detailed, the menu is very balanced and our baby even ate things he normally wouldn’t eat at home, the staff were exceptional. We are more than grateful for the care our baby had during our short stay in Minnesota.
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Minnetonka, MN
They really seem to know and love my son. And I’m guessing my son isn’t at all exceptional. They seem to get to know all the kids so well and work hard to meet all their needs.
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We love the care our baby receives at Gardner. The teachers are attentive, caring, creative, and communicative.
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Teachers are very kind and helpful. Love the photos and updates. Love the structure as well. It’s a very clean beautiful building with natural light.
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Friendly knowledgeable staff- clean - good security- good curriculum!
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Minneapolis, MN
We love that we feel like family at the Garner School Minnetonka. Both our kiddos are thriving and have so much fun learning with their friends there.
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St. Louis Park, MN
We’ve been at The Gardner School of Minnetonka just under 2 years and it’s been fantastic. Ms. Heather is present and caring, and the staff greets kids with genuine warmth—Kayden (4) runs in smiling. He’s advancing in early readers, fine-motor skills, and school-readiness. His favorites: Cats Kids Yoga, Soccer Shots, and Art. Special shout-out to Miss Miyah and Miss Natalie for knowing him so well and bringing out his best. Highly recommend!
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Minnetonka, MN
We had a wonderful time at The Gardner School and especially enjoyed our time with Ms. Caitlyn in Minnetonka. We highly recommend TGS!
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Minnetonka, MN
Most importantly we felt our baby was safe and loved! We also liked the curriculum-even as an infant his day was filled with music, sensory experiences, and art projects. Thanks for a great experience!
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Victoria, MN
We have had a great experience at Garner since Heather took over as director. Her and the staff are communicative and do a great job creating a community. The curriculum that they have instated has helped my two oldest children have great, successful transitions to kindergarten.
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Wayzata, MN
My daughter always has a blast, still misses her teacher from 2 years ago and talks about things she learned from her. The teachers and Heather Larson especially are so accommodating and warm, rain or shine.
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EP, MN
Our daughter had the best summer. She learned, she laughed, she played, and her classroom was so welcoming and warm. We were so lucky to be able to send her over the summer. We would recommend the Gardner School to anyone!
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Mayer, MN
This school goes above and beyond expectations. Every child is greeted by name and known as an individual. The care and quality does not go unnoticed.
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Minnetonka, MN
The staff is great; they truly care about the children. I also appreciate the variety of activities that they include in their curriculum as well as fun activities.
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