Hours of Operation
School Year Care follows the Detroit Lakes Public School calendar and weather-related closures.
Summer Care calendar will be posted to our website each year.
Regular Hours
Monday - Friday • 7:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Extended Care
Summer: Between 4:00-5:30 PM • Monday - Thursday
School Year: Between 4:00-5:30 PM • Monday - Friday
Our LEAP Belief
Preschool years are a time of curiosity, discovery, and Joy
Our dedicated team is committed to treating every child with dignity and respect.
Certified License-Exempt Child Care Center
LEAP follows all applicable Minnesota statutes and Boys & Girls Club of America policies to ensure high-quality care for every child we serve.
Serves children 33 months up to Kindergarten
Our program is an early childhood center providing an early learning journey toward Kindergarten.
Safe, Nurturing, & Engaging Environment
Children are encouraged to learn through play, build meaningful relationships, and develop confidence in themselves.
Creative Exploration & Hands-On Experiences
Through intentional guidance from caring staff, our little "Leapers" are supported socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.
Open Communication & Family Involvement
We encourage you to share your questions, insights, and goals for your child with us. Together, we can create a positive and enriching experience that helps your child thrive.
Preschoolers spend each day with us
Learning
Exploring
And
Playing
Inside the doors of LEAP, our youngest club members are greeted and mentored by dedicated staff. They enjoy free time to play, healthy meals, social-emotional learning, rest time, and lots of outside and gym time.
Our program utilizes a play-based approach featuring well-planned centers that prepare children for physical, emotional, social, and academic success.
Your Investment in Their Future
Boys & Girls Club Detroit Lakes
LEAP Fee Schedule
For Children 33 Months Up To Kindergarten
5 Days a week
$220
- Between 7:30 am & 4:00 pm.
- Fee is per week per child.
- This is a contracted fee regardless of the number of days in attendance.
- Families are required to sign a Tuition Contract each term.
4 Days a week
$195
- Between 7:30 am & 4:00 pm.
- Fee is per week per child.
- This is a contracted fee regardless of the number of days in attendance.
- Families are required to sign a Tuition Contract each term.
3 Days A week
$160
- Between 7:30 am & 4:00 pm.
- Fee is per week per child.
- This is a contracted fee regardless of the number of days in attendance.
- Families are required to sign a Tuition Contract each term.
extended hours
$5
- Between 7:30 am & 5:30 pm.
- Extended hours must be scheduled.
- Fee is per week per child.
- This is a contracted fee regardless of the number of days in attendance.
- Families are required to sign a Tuition Contract each term.
Learning through Play
The Enrollment Process
Read the Handbook
Please read about the program policies before enrolling your child as a Club member.
Request Enrollment
Complete the online form. If the program is full, your family will be placed on a waitlist.
Wait for Confirmation
Submitting the enrollment request or membership packet does not guarantee a spot in the programs listed above. Wait for confirmation from the Club.
Creating a positive experience
Membership & Enrollment Guidelines
Submitting the enrollment request or membership packet does not guarantee a spot in the programs listed above.
Please wait to hear from Boys & Girls Club confirming enrollment in the respective program(s); otherwise, your name will be added to a waitlist.
- The Club works with children and families to provide a positive experience for all who need us.
- The Club is not designed to provide long-term one-on-one programming.
- Please communicate any needs, triggers, and strategies on the application form to assist in making the Club experience successful for your child.
- Please read the membership handbook before enrolling your child as a Club member.
- Each child who attends Boys & Girls Club must be a member.
- Membership is open to all youth without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, language, disability, or immigration status.
- Memberships are non-transferrable to other Boys & Girls Clubs.
- A membership enrollment packet must be completed and signed by a parent or guardian before a child may begin attending Club activities. Please read through it carefully. They are not accepted until complete.
- Parents or guardians should also meet with the Unit/Program Director or attend a brief orientation before the start of attendance.