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It is my sincere commitment to help children shine - filling their day with fun, love and opportunity. We will do nothing short of spark magic, chase our curiosities and master our inner awesomeness - all in a structured sort of way. At FORT, we're Reggio-inspired, nature driven and community minded.

I aim to provide a nurturing environment that supports young children in becoming independent thinkers, lifelong learners and goofy, empathetic little humans. FORT is an in home licensed childcare and follows the Eco-Healthy Child Care guidelines, ensuring childcare settings are as happy, healthy, safe and green as possible.
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I have been a Licensed Childcare Provider for more than 7 years and I thoroughly enjoy nurturing and guiding children throughout their day. I grew up here in Apple Valley and somehow, after many moves and travels, I landed right where I began with my fella, our thrill-seeking 8 year old and our beloved dog.
Play-Doh Monsters, Shaving Cream Clean-up Team and Slime Time are some of our favorite tactile activities. I prepare healthy, mostly organic homemade meals. We participate in the Provider's Choice Food Program which provides nutrition guidelines and offers creative ideas that help develop healthy eating habits.
Reviews (7)
Kiana Scales
Kiana Scales
Oct 20, 2019
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Our family and little guy loved Tangie. She was great with us, flexible, and knowledge. Her rates were great and the amount of learning and exploring the kids did was great! Would definitely recommend!
Sarah Oppelt Santelli
Sarah Oppelt Santelli
Jan 13, 2019
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We love FORT Childcare! Tangela taught our son so much and creates such a happy space for every child. The arts and seasonal activities still decorate our walls. We appreciated the amount of outdoor time and great organic meals provided. Along with all the fun, the kids were learning letters and how to clean up after themselves. She handles conflicts with such calm and is great at communicating with both kids and their adults.
Jana Schmid
Jana Schmid
Dec 18, 2018
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Tangela and her child care program are spectacular! She truly understands the simple pleasures of childhood- building forts, trying new foods, tactile exploration, art and nature. I sent both my kiddos here when she was in Minneapolis and it was by far my favorite childcare experience.
Haley Hawkins
Haley Hawkins
Nov 15, 2018
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Tangela is the ideal childcare provider! She is patient, creative and passionate. We were always 100% confident that our two kids were not only well cared for, but excited to be at daycare. Our family was so blessed to have FORT in our lives!
Isabel Vollenweider
Isabel Vollenweider
Oct 02, 2018
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Tangela & her Fort day care felt like a second home to us. Our kiddo was in wonderful hands and enjoyed the fun games, creative play & backyard adventures, not to forget the yummy & healthy organic food! It comes highly recommended!
Jennifer Woyda
Jennifer Woyda
Sep 08, 2018
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My 3 year old was only at FORT for a little over a summer, but it was a perfect summer full of imagination, exploration and friend-making. Tangela is caring and communicative, and the kids love being with her.
Patrick Santelli
Patrick Santelli
Aug 18, 2018
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Tangela and Fort were a great experience for our little dude. Tangela is great with kids, understands the needs of each child and works to accommodate the needs of each child. Her introduction of foods which the kid actually tried and ate (apparently our cooking of Brussels sprouts at home could never compare to Tangela's!)the fun learning games, outdoor play, dance parties were all much appreciated by the parents.