1,323 Daycare Centers in Minnesota

Dawn of Discovery is a highly-regarded family-owned center in Elk River with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the caring, knowledgeable staff at all levels, strong curriculum, and excellent communication. Children show significant academic progress and emotional attachment to the facility.

Kinderstube is highly praised as an exceptional German immersion preschool with long-tenured, dedicated staff who create a warm, child-focused environment. Parents consistently highlight the quality of German language instruction, outdoor play, social-emotional development, and calm Montessori-inspired approach that keeps children engaged and happy.

Bernie's Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight caring, experienced teachers who foster academic growth and a love of learning while maintaining a warm, structured environment. The school is noted as affordable, well-established (30+ years), and offering enriching field trips and activities.

Sleepy Tigers Chinese Immersion Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the school's effective Chinese language instruction, caring teachers, and strong sense of community. Parents report their children are excited to attend, have made significant progress in both Chinese and English, and are well-prepared for elementary school. Multiple families indicate they tried other daycares before finding Sleepy Tigers and consider it one of their best decisions.

Rayito de Sol Spanish Immersion receives universal praise from parents who highlight the caring, skilled teachers and strong Spanish language instruction. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with genuine excitement about attending daycare. The center is noted for its warm, family-like environment and NAEYC accreditation.

Bernie's Montessori School in Minneapolis receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, experienced staff, strong academic instruction, and engaging activities including field trips. Parents consistently report their children are happy, thriving, and eager to attend.

Parents consistently praise Eden Prairie Montessori for its warm, nurturing environment and experienced staff with exceptional longevity. Children demonstrate strong academic preparation for kindergarten along with development of social-emotional skills like kindness, independence, and community responsibility. Families describe the center as a trusted extension of their home.

Grant Community Preschool is a church-based facility in Minneapolis with a 4.9/5 rating. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, friendly atmosphere and community-oriented environment. Reviews highlight religious services, activities like choir and arts & crafts, and the pastoral leadership.

Holy Nativity Christian Child Care Center receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the experienced, long-tenured staff, safe and loving environment, and strong sense of trust they feel leaving their children in the center's care. The facility is particularly noted for its home-like atmosphere, Christian values, and individualized attention to children's needs.

Linden Hills Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, strong emotional connections, and home-like atmosphere. The center has maintained an excellent reputation over 35 years with low teacher turnover. One parent noted the basement location is not an ideal physical space but emphasized that staff quality outweighs facility limitations.

Reviewers highlight the center's strong family-oriented atmosphere and engaging, Christ-centered ministry. Parents appreciate the supportive community and the pastor's clear, relatable teaching style for children and families.

Step by Step Montessori School of Brooklyn Park receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring, dedicated teachers and directors who create a nurturing, safe learning environment where children thrive emotionally and intellectually. Parents appreciate the school's professionalism, communication, flexibility, and focus on health and safety.

Community Preschool of First Lutheran Church in Alexandria receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, strong community feel, and well-maintained facilities. Parents appreciate the biblical focus and the facility's involvement in local scouting programs.

Parents consistently praise Creative Kids Academy for exceptional staff care, strong leadership, and a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organized communication, and engaging enrichment activities. Multiple reviewers highlight the director Cassie's hands-on involvement and the staff's genuine passion for childcare.

Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy Waconia for its warm, caring staff who genuinely invest in children's development and well-being. Reviewers highlight engaging daily activities, strong communication through the facility's app, and a welcoming family-like environment that makes parents feel confident leaving their children in their care. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high satisfaction with the center's educational programming and community engagement.

Small World Learning Center in Farmington receives exclusively positive feedback from parents, with consistent praise for caring staff, strong child development outcomes, and excellent communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children are enthusiastic about attending and feel safe, loved, and engaged in learning activities.

The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the welcoming community, pastoral leadership, and children's ministry programs. No reviews specifically address daycare services or educational programming.

Parents consistently praise Peaceful Heights Montessori for its caring, experienced staff, clean facilities, and Montessori-based educational approach that emphasizes academic skills alongside social-emotional development. Multiple families report smooth transitions for their children, thoughtful communication, and strong community feel. Children show measurable academic progress and enthusiasm for school.

Sunflower Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff, bilingual Russian language immersion program, and structured educational activities. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, strong teacher-child bonds, fresh homemade meals, frequent outdoor time, and director Irina's professional leadership. Children reportedly adapt quickly and show genuine excitement about attending.

Sunrise International Montessori Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the caring, engaged staff and owner Jay's genuine investment in each child's development. Parents consistently report their children thrived academically and socially, with many noting strong preparation for kindergarten and minimal staff turnover. The center is commended for flexibility, communication, and creating a warm, nurturing learning environment.

Parents consistently praise Dodge Nature Preschool for its outdoor-based, nature-focused curriculum that encourages curiosity and exploration. Staff are described as knowledgeable, caring, and passionate about early childhood education. Multiple families express strong satisfaction and wish they could continue attending or had known about the program earlier.

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One review describes the location as a very nice church, while another highlights a successful Saturday morning bazaar with numerous craft items.

Smart Start Childcare & Learning Center in Stillwater receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, dedicated staff led by owner Gina, the educational curriculum, outdoor learning opportunities, and the center's ability to help children thrive developmentally. Many parents report their children are excited to attend and feel confident in the quality of care provided.

Parents highlight the nurturing staff, low classroom ratios, and high-quality education, with one noting the affordable pricing and new nature playground. A single review mentions looking at the facility without providing specific feedback.

Parents highlight exceptional staff professionalism and warmth, noting that children thrive in the smaller, home-like Eagles Nest environment. Reviewers appreciate the frequent communication, including daily updates and photos, as well as the emphasis on outdoor play and field trips. One child’s positive experience was so significant that they did not notice their parent leaving.

St Peter Community Childcare Center receives consistently high ratings for being a welcoming facility with good resources and amenities. Parents appreciate the space, library, and recreational facilities available. Limited parking is the primary concern mentioned by multiple reviewers.

Parents overwhelmingly praise Children's Center Montessori School for its caring, attentive staff and high-quality Montessori curriculum. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, forming lasting friendships and developing strong foundational skills for kindergarten and beyond. Multiple parents describe the school as a warm, nurturing community that feels like a second family.

Parents highlight the staff as amazing and describe the program as great for learning. The few reviews so far mention high satisfaction, with one family noting that all three of their daughters attended and highly recommending the preschool.