Welcome to ECFE: Where learning begins, and families thrive. ECFE supports parents and children (from birth to age five) on a journey of growth and discovery.
We offer screening appointments at three convenient locations: Arbor View Early Childhood Center; Brooklyn Park Library and Willow Lane Early Childhood Center
*School Year - Before and/or After School Child Care K-5 **Summer - Child Care entering K-5
From October 6 - October 17, you have an opportunity to voluntarily make a tax-deductible donation to District 279 Foundation, Greater Twin Cities United Way and/or a non-profit of your choosing through Osseo Area Schools 2025 Employee Giving Campaign.
Osseo Area Schools Early Childhood & Family Education offers affordable, high-quality Preschool and PreK programs that support your child’s development.
Designed for families with children birth to age five. Play, learn, and grow together. Parent discussions focus on real-life topics. Separation time is flexible, based on group needs. Register based on your child’s age when the class starts.
Conéctese, aprenda y comparta en Español. Para familias que hablan Español en casa y quieren crecer y reflexionar juntos a través del apoyo y la conversación para padres.
Curious about ECFE? Join us for a birth to 5 sampler class and experience the joy of learning and connecting with other families! Try out a class, meet new families, and see what ECFE has to offer!
The Early Childhood Parent Advisory Council (ECPTO) consists of families dedicated to supporting Osseo Area Schools Early Childhood and Family Education programs - ECFE, Preschool and PreK, and Early Childhood Screening.
Connect, play, and learn with your baby in a space made just for infants. Explore songs, routines, and parenting topics—all with your baby by your side. Register based on your child’s age when the class starts.
Play, explore, and grow with your one-year-old. Parent time covers real-life topics like safety, language, and routines. Separation based on group comfort. Registration is based on the age of the child at the start date of each class.
Parenting support from the comfort of home. Connect with others and a licensed parent educator on Google Meet. Class details and login info will be emailed before the first session.
One-time Saturday classes for families with young children—indoors, outdoors, and always full of fun. Explore hands-on themes, yoga, and nature play together. Register based on your child’s age when the class starts.
Play, connect, and grow together. These classes are for curious toddlers and caring adults ready to explore and learn side by side. Register based on your child’s age when the class starts.
Your toddler is growing fast—and so much is changing. Explore, play, and connect in a supportive class designed for this stage. Register based on your baby’s age when the class starts.
Yoga for every stage—baby, toddler, preschooler, or young child (ages 4–8). Stretch, move, and connect through playful, age-appropriate yoga. No experience needed. Register based on your child’s age when the class starts.
You are scheduling an Early Childhood Screening Appointed located at: Arbor View Early Childhood Center 9401 Fernbrook Ln N Maple Grove, MN 55369 763-391-8777
You are scheduling an Early Childhood Screening Appointment located at: Brooklyn Park Library 8500 W Broadway Ave Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 763-585-7330
You are scheduling an Early Childhood Screening Appointment located at: Willow Lane Early Childhood Center 7020 Perry Ave N Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 763-585-7330
Come paint a beautiful winter waterfall using acrylic paints on a 12”x16” canvas. This beginner-friendly class is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to paint, even if you’ve never tried it before!
You’ll follow step-by-step instructions and learn basic painting skills like how to mix colors, use light and dark shades, plan your picture, and layer paint. You’ll also try a fun technique called “impasto,” which adds texture to your artwork.
Painting with others is a great way to learn and grow. You’ll be amazed at how quickly your skills improve! Discover your own style, enjoy the creative process, and take your painting to the next level.
Beginning when she was just seven years old, growing up in Northern Minnesota, Aryn dreamed of becoming an acclaimed, professional artist. She followed this passion through to college, where she earned an A.A. degree in Fashion Design from the renowned Fashion Institute of Design & Marketing (FIDM) in Los Angeles and a B.A. in Studio Arts, with an emphasis on Illustration, from Metro State University in St. Paul.
Her professional career has found Aryn working as a freelance illustrator, muralist, and art instructor, even starting her own art instruction company, The Blue Fox, in 2013. In addition, she is currently working towards publishing her very first children’s book.
Aryn began her studies by drawing and observing the human form, but, over time, she became more creatively stimulated by wildlife, dreamy skyscapes, and dynamic landscapes. She has a passion for protecting animals and the environment, and feels compelled to make that a point of interest in her work.
Some of Aryn’s greatest influences include M.C. Escher, Eyvind Earle, Charles Schultz, and Dr. Seuss.
Find and follow @arynlill on Instagram, and @thebluefoxclasses on Facebook.
Aryn Lill Diemand
