Description:

The City of North Oaks is a planned residential community covering approximately 6,500 acres of rolling wooded hills, open fields, lakes and wetlands in northern Ramsey County in the northeast quadrant of the Twin Cities Metro Area.

Most of the area within the present city limits was at one time known as the North Oaks Farm which was established in 1883 by James J. Hill, financier and railroad builder. In 1950, L. W. Hill, Jr. formed the North Oaks Company and began the development of the community, including a private 18 - hole golf course.

The development plan preserves the natural beauty of the area. Wherever possible, roads and homes are built to leave the natural topography, drainage, woodlands, and wetlands undisturbed. Winding roads, cul-de-sacs, and the absence of sidewalks and the limited use of street lights all contribute to the privacy and seclusion of the residents.

The city presently has about 1570 homes including three developments where neighborhood associations look after the maintenance responsibilities for the owners. The 2007 population is approximately 4500.

The North Oaks Home Owners’ Association is responsible for road maintenance and all recreational facilities. Apart from one short stretch of road entering the city, all of the North Oaks roads are privately owned. Recreational facilities include 25 miles of trails, tennis courts, ball fields, and a beach with canoe access. The trails connect all residential areas and also wend through the 620 acre Conservation Area.

The City of North Oaks is designated as a game refuge. This means that fish, deer and other wildlife are protected and controlled in cooperation with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The city attempts to strike a balance between preserving the environment and satisfying the needs of tax paying residents. Feeding the wild deer is prohibited. Feeding of other wildlife is discouraged.

In 1999, the North Oaks Company dedicated 885 acres of permanent open space to the city and the North Oaks Home Owners’ Association. Of this amount, 620 acres is a natural Conservation Area, a biopreserve. One of the activities that takes place in the Conservation Area is bird banding.

Schools:

The City of North Oaks is served by both the Mounds View School District & the White Bear Lake Area

School District.

Mounds View District 621:

Elementary Schools

Bel Air
Island Lake
Pinewood
Sunnyside
Turtle Lake
Valentine Hills

Middle Schools

Chippewa
Edgewood
Highview

High Schools

Irondale
Mounds View

If you would like contact information for any of the District 621 schools listed or would like to view a map of the attendance boundaries please click on the District Fact Sheet below. If you would like to hear testimonials from staff, students, parents, and alumni about the Mounds View School District please click on the District View Book below. More information can also be found on their website at www.moundsviewschools.org

White Bear Lake Area Schools

The White Bear Lake Area Schools serve all or parts of Birchwood, Gem Lake, Hugo, Little Canada, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Township, with eight elementary schools (K-5), two middle schools (6-8), a two-campus high school (9-12), an Area Learning Center, and an education center housing early childhood and senior programs. The school district, with a total population of approximately 50,000 residents, services approximately 9,200 students K-12.

Elementaries focus on basic-skills through innovative instruction, including a renowned mathematics curriculum. Parents choose between traditional and alternative classroom settings. A gifted program is offered for students demonstrating exceptional ability in communications and mathematics. School-aged childcare is available before and after school.

Middle schools take traditional studies into challenging new areas through inter-disciplinary teaching teams, providing a smooth transition from the elementary to high school classroom. Advanced classes are offered in select disciplines.

The high school operates on a block schedule, offering numerous opportunities to prepare students for post-secondary plans. College in the Schools and Advanced Placement courses offer students introductory-level college coursework.

The district offers many extra-curricular activities, providing students opportunities to excel outside the classroom. The district’s exceptional youth development program has gained both state and national attention for its focus on student leadership and community service.

A comprehensive special education department, including a recognized autism program, supplements learning whenever needed. The district also participates in a special education cooperative district, which services students with special needs.

The district is committed to offering curriculum and instruction rooted in best practice research and based on current data. Staff development and teacher training remain top priorities in the district to insure student success at all levels. The district's Educational Foundation also supports instruction by proving grants for innovative teaching projects and awarding numerous student scholarships.

The White Bear Lake Area Schools enjoy the atmosphere of a close-knit community with the learning opportunities of a major metropolitan center. The district is proud of its reputation for excellence in every part of a student's career as well in its commitment to professional and staff development.

Elementary

Schools:

Birch Lake Elementary

Centerpoint Elementary

Lakeaires Elementary

Lincoln Elementary

Oneka Elementary

Otter Lake Elementary

Parkview Elementary

Vadnais Heights Elementary

Willow Lane Elementary

Middle Schools

Central Middle School

Sunrise Park Middle School

High Schools

White Bear Lake Area High School – North Campus

White Bear Lake Area High School – South Campus

Please see the District Boundary Map and the District Fact Sheet below. If you need more information on the White Bear Lake School District please visit their website at http://www.whitebear.k12.mn.us/ or call them at 651-407-7500

North Oaks Golf Club:

In 1950 Stanley Thomson designed North Oaks Golf Club's 18-Hole Championship course. Thompson is renowned for his superb course designs, including those at Banff Springs and Jasper Park in the Canadian Rockies. His passion for natural beauty and community is deeply reflected in the North Oaks course, which blends seamlessly with its surroundings and nearby residences.

Golf Memberships

The Golf Membership is designed for a Golf Member, their spouse, and their children. For a child to qualify, he or she must be: under 21, unmarried, and living at home. Or, for children who are over 21, he or she must be: unmarried, enrolled as a full time student at an accredited university or college, and living at home.

Intermediate and Associate Golf Membership
Available to a qualified person, their spouse and their family, if both they and their spouse are under the age of 36. There is a discounted membership fee that can be paid over a number of years, depending on age at time of application. This is an affordable program designed for younger members

Social Memberships

Our menu of social events includes something for every taste. Family outings, special occasions and seasonal festivities combine to create an exciting calendar that will tantalize and delight you and your family.

Many of the events at North Oaks have become annual traditions that members have come to love. The Christmas buffets and New Year's Eve dinner party are perennial favorites. Sumptuous buffets served on Easter and Mother's day are also cherished occasions. Informal gatherings on Sundays have become a hallmark of our family traditions.

Our social events staff ensures that each year's itinerary is fresh and exciting. "Theme" nights such as our California wine dinner and Southwestern dinner are always interesting and fun. Fashion shows, bridge tournaments and special lunches for the children are wonderful ways to socialize and enjoy the afternoon. Our staff can also organize catering services for special events and business functions.

Please download the North Oaks Information Booklet below for more information on all this community has to offer.