Open and run a licensed child care center with confidence
Child care centers in Minnesota are licensed under Minnesota Rules chapter 9503, with requirements for staffing, ratios, training, health and safety, and the building itself. We help new centers through licensing and help existing centers stay inspection-ready.
What's included
Licensing application
Help preparing your center's application, policies, and required documents.
Staffing and ratios
Planning staff positions, qualifications, and ratios for the ages you serve.
Policies and plans
Program policies, health and safety plans, and parent policies.
Training records
Required staff training planned, tracked, and documented.
Background studies
A hiring process that keeps every staff member's study current.
Inspection readiness
Mock inspections and help responding to correction orders.
Getting started is simple
Discovery call
A free conversation about your agency, your services, and where you need help.
Your plan
We recommend the right support, with clear priorities and a timeline.
Ongoing support
We do the work alongside your team and check in so you stay on track.
Frequently asked questions
Which rule applies to child care centers?
Licensed child care centers in Minnesota follow Minnesota Rules chapter 9503, along with related state laws.
Can you help us prepare for an inspection?
Yes. We review your records, classrooms, and policies ahead of time and coach staff on what licensors check.
Do you help with the Child Care Assistance Program?
We can help you organize attendance and billing records for families who use child care assistance.
More ways we can help
Let's talk about your agency
Book a free discovery call. We'll learn where you need help and recommend the right next step. No pressure.