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1,323 Daycare Centers in Minnesota

Browse 1,323 daycare centers across Minnesota. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Minnesota

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Minnesota can make the decision-making process smoother.

Minnesota has about 1,323 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Minnesota. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Minnesota

There are 1,323 daycares in Minnesota: 107 headstart facilities, 28 before/after school centers, 56 religious facility daycares, and 1,132 childcare and preschool centers.

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After School Kids At Calvary Church
Church Daycare
4.4

These reviews appear to be for Calvary Church itself rather than the After School Kids daycare program. Parents praise the church's welcoming community, quality preaching, and worship experiences. One parent mentions their daughter enjoys the childcare program and looks forward to attending.

Welcoming communityquality preachingexcellent worship music
Address
2120 N Lexington Ave, Roseville, MN
Phone
(651) 487-2855
Tutor Time Of White Bear Lake
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time of White Bear Lake for its caring, dedicated staff and safe, clean environment. Families report children are engaged in educational activities, develop strong social skills, and show academic advancement. Multiple parents with multi-year enrollments express high confidence in the center and would recommend it to others.

Caring and attentive staffDirector Ashley's leadershiplow teacher turnover
Address
4673 White Bear Pkwy, White Bear Lake, MN
Phone
(651) 653-8877
Ashby Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4
Address
300 Birch Ave, Ashby, MN
Phone
(218) 747-2257
Koala Bear Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Koala Bear Child Care for its caring, experienced staff who provide individualized attention to each child. The center is highly regarded for its unique intergenerational program with an attached senior living community, diverse activities, and strong communication with families. Multiple parents report high staff retention and note their children are excited and thriving at the center.

Caring and patient teacherslow staff turnoverindividualized child support
Address
4559 Shoreline Drive, Spring Park, MN
Phone
(952) 471-6095
Hooyo Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Hooyo Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the small, family-like environment, bilingual Spanish-English instruction, educational focus, professional staff, and reasonable pricing. The center holds a 4-star Parent Aware quality rating and has strong staff retention.

bilingual Spanish immersion programsmall center with personalized attentionexperienced and friendly teachers
Address
3600 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 545-5779
Kids Care Zone Limited
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise Kids Care Zone Limited (operated by Sabathani Community Center) for its welcoming atmosphere, supportive staff, and valuable community resources. Parents highlight the cultural richness of the facility, positive programs like The Father Project, and the center's important role in the South Minneapolis community.

Welcoming and friendly staffculturally rich environmentcomfortable facilities
Address
310 E 38th St, Ste 226, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(651) 757-0796
Cross View Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
6645 Mccauley Trl, Edina, MN
Phone
(952) 941-0009
Higher Education Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive about the facility and community services. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, supportive staff, and diverse programming. However, reviews appear to focus more on community center services (food shelf, job fair, concerts) than childcare specifically.

Welcoming and friendly staffrich cultural atmospherecommunity resources and programs
Address
310 E 38th St, # 135, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 821-2392
Hope Church School
Church Daycare
4.4

Hope Church School is a religious facility in Richfield, Minnesota with a 4.4/5 Google rating. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, strong community, and quality children's programs. The church is noted for its biblical teachings, warm pastoral leadership, and engaging worship experiences.

Welcoming and friendly staffstrong sense of communityquality children's programs
Address
7132 Portland Ave South, Richfield, MN
Phone
(612) 866-0677
Kids Core-Westonka School Age Kids Core
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kids Core receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring and creative staff, engaging activities including homework help and themed summer programs, and a welcoming atmosphere. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns: one parent experienced unresponsive communication and felt ignored during the enrollment process, while another reported inappropriate behavior and comments from staff and students that caused emotional distress.

Kind and professional staffcreative activitiesschool year homework help
Address
2451 Fairview Ln, Mound, MN
Phone
(952) 472-6882
King Of Grace Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating. Parents praise the staff's care and dedication to children's development. However, many reviews appear to reference the facility's church and community programs rather than specifically the preschool/daycare services.

Caring principal and teacherschild development and progresscommunity involvement opportunities
Address
6000 Duluth St, Golden Valley, MN
Phone
(763) 546-3131
La Creche Early Childhood Centers, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

La Creche Early Childhood Centers receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, passionate staff who treat children like their own, create a safe environment, and provide strong educational programming including field trips and art projects.

loving and passionate staffsafe environmenteducational curriculum
Address
1800 Olson Memorial Hwy, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 377-1786
Lake Harriet Christian Child Care Center
Church Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise Lake Harriet Christian Child Care Center for its caring, compassionate teachers and strong sense of community. The facility is noted for creating a nurturing environment that supports children's learning, imagination, and social development across infant through preschool ages.

Welcoming and thoughtful staffstrong curriculumnurturing teachers
Address
5009 Beard Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 926-2283
Little Flowers Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Flowers Montessori receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the Montessori teaching method, caring and experienced staff, and nurturing environment that fosters child development and independence. Most reviews highlight visible academic progress and children's enthusiasm for attending. A small number of parents reported communication issues and one parent declined to specify their concerns.

Montessori teaching methodexperienced and ca
Address
5224 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN
Phone
(952) 925-3876
Mayflower Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for Mayflower UCC, a church/religious institution, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming community, personalized services, and community involvement, but do not address childcare quality or daycare operations.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentfriendly staffcommunity involvement
Address
106 E Diamond Lk Rd, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 825-5914
Shiloh Temple International Ministries
Church Daycare
4.4

This facility appears to be a religious church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the spiritual leadership, community support, and welcoming atmosphere of the church and its pastors. Reviewers highlight the compassionate care provided to members in need.

Compassionate leadershipspiritual environmentcommunity support
Address
1201 W Broadway, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 302-1463
Unlimited Potential In Education INC Operating As Jack & Jill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Jack & Jill is highly praised by parents for its exceptional educational quality, structured yet fun learning environment, and warm, dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, nutritious meals, engaging activities, and a strong sense of community. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and would not consider switching providers.

Outstanding teachers and staffstructured learning environmentstrong academic preparation
Address
2812 Anthony Lane S, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 455-8955
Happy Time Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Happy Time Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its developmental curriculum, caring staff, and outdoor learning opportunities. Parents highlight the center's focus on creativity, emotional intelligence, and kindergarten preparation, along with nutritious meal programs. The facility is NECPA accredited with a 4-star Parent Aware rating.

Experienced and nurturing staffcomprehensive curriculum fostering creativity and emotional intelligenceextensive outdoor play year-round
Address
203 N 25th Ave W, Duluth, MN
Phone
(218) 722-0927
Sonnet Montessori INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sonnet Montessori in Prior Lake receives consistently high praise from parents for its Montessori approach, experienced staff, and strong academic outcomes. Parents report their children are thriving, progressing quickly in skills like reading and math, and genuinely enjoying school. The center is noted for its nurturing environment, individualized attention, and strong communication with families.

Montessori educational approachacademic progress (reading and math skills)caring and dedicated staff
Address
4637 Park Nicollet Ave, Prior Lake, MN
Phone
(952) 226-6675
River Valley Ymca In Prior Lake Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

River Valley YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center in Prior Lake receives consistently high praise from parents. The daycare is noted for its friendly, attentive staff and modern facilities. Parents appreciate the caring teachers, including staff member Mike Watson, and feel the center meets their families' needs well.

Friendly and helpful staffmodern facilityclean environment
Address
3575 North Berens Rd Nw, Prior Lake, MN
Phone
(952) 230-6697
Sunshine Station Childcare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
8956 Walnut St, Rockford, MN
Phone
(763) 477-5273
Mahube Otwa Community Action Partnership INC M/State Learning Center
Headstart Programs
4.4

Parents consistently praise this Head Start center for its exceptional staff and comprehensive support services. Reviewers highlight the organization's helpfulness with housing assistance, energy assistance, school supplies, and referrals to community programs. The facility is noted for its friendly, caring, and patient approach to serving low-income families.

Friendly and welcoming staffhelpful and supportive serviceshousing and energy assistance programs
Address
900 E Hwy 34, Detroit Lakes, MN
Phone
(218) 847-1385
Creative Kids Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Creative Kids Academy Anoka receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, safe learning environment, good communication through daily updates, and thoughtful curriculum. Children are reported to thrive emotionally and developmentally at the center.

Caring and professional staffexcellent communication and daily updates via appsafe and engaging environment
Address
1135 W Hwy 10, Anoka, MN
Phone
(763) 323-4067
Rainbow School And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Rainbow School and Child Care in Fridley receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong academic preparation, diverse and inclusive environment, and family-like atmosphere that makes children excited to attend.

Loving and dedicated teachersexcellent academic preparation for kindergartendiverse and inclusive environment
Address
680 Mississippi St Ne, Fridley, MN
Phone
(763) 571-7521
Colleenies Beanies LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Error: The reviews provided are for Mei Wei, a Chinese restaurant in Farmington, Minnesota, not for Colleenies Beanies LLC daycare center. The reviews cannot be accurately summarized for the daycare as they describe restaurant dining experiences.

Unable to assess - reviews are for a restaurantnot a daycare center
Address
18500 Pilot Knob Road, Farmington, MN
Phone
(651) 341-9774
Club House Child Care & Preschool (The)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Clubhouse Child Care & Preschool in Rosemount receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, reasonable pricing, and comprehensive amenities including meals, bilingual teachers, and on-site gym. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and strong satisfaction with their children's development and comfort.

caring and loving staffexperienced teachersclean and organized facility
Address
2975 145th St W, Rosemount, MN
Phone
(651) 423-0363
All Ages & Faces Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

All Ages & Faces Academy in Saint Paul receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication, and educational development of their children. Parents consistently highlight specific teachers by name and express high satisfaction with their children's growth and happiness. A few parents noted occasional inconsistencies in staff approach to toddler behavior management but remain satisfied overall.

caring and acc
Address
580 Fuller Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 488-2097
Apple Lane Community Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1900 8th Ave Nw, Austin, MN
Phone
(507) 433-0070
Playhouse Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This appears to be a community recreation center rather than a daycare, offering indoor and outdoor pools, a large indoor playground, ice rinks, and other facilities. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, reasonable pricing, helpful staff, and variety of activities available for children and families.

Large indoor playgroundmultiple pools with water featuresaffordable pricing for residents and non-residents
Address
12951 Weaver Lake Rd, Maple Grove, MN
Phone
(763) 494-6529
Lakes And Pines Head Start Cloquet
Headstart Programs
4.4

Lakes and Pines Head Start in Cloquet receives consistently positive feedback from families who have utilized their services. Parents praise the professional, kind, and respectful staff who provide comprehensive support during difficult times. The organization is recognized as a valuable community resource offering multiple assistance programs across several counties.

professional and kind staffhelpful with housing assistancesupportive during financial hardship
Address
1418 Doddridge Ave, Cloquet, MN
Phone
(320) 679-1800

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,323 all daycares across Minnesota. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Minnesota are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Minnesota's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Minnesota, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Minnesota sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Minnesota vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.