ABOUT

Our Family-Focused Child Care Center in Minneapolis

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Our Mission

At Hooyo Child Care Center, our mission is to provide ethical, compassionate, and high-quality care that supports both children and their families. We aim to create a safe, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn, grow, and develop critical early skills while feeling secure and valued.



We believe child care is not just supervision—it is an opportunity to positively shape young lives during their most important developmental years.

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Our Story

Founded with a passion for ethical child care, Hooyo Child Care Center began with a simple but powerful idea: children deserve a place where they feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn. Serving Minneapolis families since our opening, we have remained committed to providing bilingual, culturally sensitive programs that reflect the diversity of our community.



Our center’s name, "Hooyo," meaning "Mother" in Somali, symbolizes the nurturing, family-centered care we provide to every child who walks through our doors.

Our Philosophy

We follow a developmental approach that embraces the whole child. Our core principles include:

  • Encouraging independence and confidence
  • Promoting bilingual language development
  • Fostering emotional and social skills
  • Supporting physical growth through play and exploration
  • Preparing children academically for the next stages of education

Our curriculum is rooted in both research-based practices and real-world experiences that prepare children for lifelong success.

Meet Our Educators

Our dedicated team of early childhood professionals brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and specialized training to our center. Every educator is:

  • Certified in CPR and First Aid
  • Trained in early childhood development
  • Committed to ongoing professional education, including bilingual teaching strategies

We are proud to offer CDA training for our teachers, helping them further their education and strengthen their skills. Our team includes fluent Spanish-speaking staff to better serve our bilingual families.

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Diversity, Inclusion, and Community

We are deeply committed to serving Minneapolis’ diverse population, especially the Latino and immigrant communities. Our bilingual programs, multicultural events, and Spanish-translated materials ensure accessibility for all families.



At Hooyo Child Care Center, every family is welcomed and celebrated.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What makes Hooyo Child Care Center different?

    We combine high-quality early education with bilingual learning and a family-centered approach in a culturally diverse environment.

  • Do you offer programs in Spanish and English?

    Yes. We provide bilingual learning experiences to help children thrive in both languages.

  • What age groups do you serve?

    We accept children from 6 weeks to 12 years old.

  • Are your educators certified?

    Yes. All our educators are certified and receive ongoing training.

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Ready to enroll your child at Hooyo Child Care Center?

Fill out our Enrollment Form today or call us directly at (612) 545-5779.


Walk-ins and tours are welcome during business hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.