There are so many reasons to raise your kids in the Southern Valley area; one being the abundance of forward-thinking opportunities for youth and peace of mind for parents.  Working families can rest easy knowing that North Dakota ranks as the third most-affordable state for childcare for an infant (don’t worry, this includes Wilkin County). For a two-parent middle class household, its costs roughly nine percent of the average income in North Dakota verses closer to fifteen percent in Minnesota.

Knowledge Is The Future

Wordsmiths, mathletes, and science wizards build strong foundations in Southern Valley’s highly rated public-school systems. The K-12 options include some of the best school districts in the Southern Valley. Check out each school district and everything that is offered across the Valley.

Higher Education

Our higher-ed scene includes the NDSCS,a respected two-year college of science offering programs like Agriculture, Business & Finance, Engineering, Education, Architecture & Construction, Public Safety, Liberal Arts and more. We see a lot of young professionals migrate to the area to be a part of the area’s finest programs for Dental Hygiene, Nursing, and Diesel Technology.

Find a little TLC for your little ones

We get it. You’re ready to jump into work, but only want the highest quality childcare for your little one. Whether you’re looking for a top-quality preschool to prepare your youngster for kindergarten or simply want a loving and safe environment for your baby while you’re away – the childcare options in Southern Valley are as expansive as our beautiful terrain.

Find the right childcare option for your family. SoVal offers referrals to licensed and top-notch registered childcare facilities for families of all income levels. Take a look for yourself.