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Best Daycare Centers in Crookston, MN

Compare 4 daycare centers in Crookston. Average rating: 3.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Crookston, Minnesota at a glance

Daycares
4
Avg rating
3.75/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Crookston offers 4 licensed daycares, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.75/5.75% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Crookston.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Crookston

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Sunrise Center For Children And Families
    3.73 score
    3.5(6)

    702 Summit Ave, Crookston, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    The reviews provided do not appear to be for this daycare center. Most reviews reference a Catholic cathedral and church services rather than childcare services. Only one review mentions a daughter attending school at this location and describes a welcoming environment.

    Welcoming and nice staffclean facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Crookston

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Crookston, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Crookston (20–96 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Crookston based on parent reviews

Tri-Valley Crookston Head Start Center

4

1407 Erskine St, Crookston, MN

Sunrise Center For Children And Families

3.5(6)

702 Summit Ave, Crookston, MN

The reviews provided do not appear to be for this daycare center. Most reviews reference a Catholic cathedral and church services rather than childcare services. Only one review mentions a daughter attending school at this location and describes a welcoming environment.

Welcoming and nice staffclean facilities

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Daycare types in Crookston

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1

Daycare Centers in Crookston, Minnesota

There are 4 daycare centers in Crookston, Minnesota. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Crookston have an average rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Crookston, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Crookston

Showing 4 results

Tri-Valley Crookston Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4
Address
1407 Erskine St, Crookston, MN
Phone
(218) 281-1343
Sunrise Center For Children And Families
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

The reviews provided do not appear to be for this daycare center. Most reviews reference a Catholic cathedral and church services rather than childcare services. Only one review mentions a daughter attending school at this location and describes a welcoming environment.

Welcoming and nice staffclean facilities
Address
702 Summit Ave, Crookston, MN
Phone
(218) 281-6540
Our Savior'S Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
217 S Broadway, Crookston, MN
Phone
(218) 281-5191
Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2900 University Ave, Crookston, MN
Phone
(218) 281-8285

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 all daycares in Crookston, Minnesota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Crookston have an average Google rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Crookston, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Minnesota's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Minnesota)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Crookston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Minnesota typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Crookston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Crookston must be licensed by Minnesota's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.