Treks & Trails Preschool

About the Preschool

Treks and Trails is a preschool program for children ages 3 to 5 years old offered by the Chaska Parks and Recreation Department. With dedicated rooms designed specifically for Treks and Trails, the program and the unique amenities the Community Center has to offer the preschool program has flourished through the years. If you would like to have a personal tour or more information about the program please call us at 952-227-7791.  The staff ratio is 1 teacher for every 10 kids. 

2026-2027 School Year Rates - 9am - Noon!

2 Day Class (3 year-olds*)

Tuesday/Thursdays, 9 am-Noon

$220/month for residents of Chaska and Carver or $258 regular

*Must be 3 years of age by September 1, 2026.

3 Day Class (4 and 5 year-olds**)

Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 9 am-Noon

$291/month for residents of Chaska and Carver or $342 regular

**Must be 4 years of age by September 1, 2026.

Register for the 2026-2027 Treks and Trails Preschool 

Classroom Experience

Treks and Trails is known for its dedicated teachers with a unique hands-on curriculum that prepares the whole child for their next school experience. From station exploration to learning letter and sound recognition coupled with science, art, music, and language experiences and writing exercises the program works with your child at their individual level. The preschool is also well known for our detailed screening and conference time with the parents and teachers twice a year.

Chaska Community Center Use

In addition to the classroom experiences, the children also have the opportunity to experience the CCC. The children enjoy the following programs and amenities:

• Book Nook in The Lodge with the Active Older Adults (AOAs) (the kids refer to them as the Grandfriends)
• Gallery art shows each spring 
• Holiday program on the stage in the Theater
• Seasonal field trips

Teachers 

Sandy Jansen
Recreation Supervisor-Youth

I'm a dynamic and dedicated teacher who places the well-being of my students above all else. With 19 years of experience at Treks & Trails Preschool, every moment in the classroom is a source of genuine happiness for me. Apart from my role as a teacher, I uncover meaningful life lessons through our shared experiences, year after year!

Heather LeSueur

Lead Teacher for the Mon/Wed/Fri Class

Teaching is about relationships to me. I love getting to know each child … their favorite color, activities they love in and out of school, who and what is important to them. Encouraging them to try their best, to believe in themselves, and seeing the excitement that comes into their eyes when they learn something new and realize they can.

Miss Sungin

Lead Teacher for Tu/Th Class

I take great pride in helping children develop important skills and knowledge that will serve them well throughout their lives. I love seeing the joy and wonder on my students' faces as they learn and discover new things. It is a privilege to be able to make a positive impact on their lives, and I am grateful for the opportunity to do so every day.