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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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Ruth O. Benner Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.3

Ruth O. Benner Head Start Center receives consistently high marks from parents, with most giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the teachers' dedication to children's learning and development, noting strong support for academics and take-home learning materials. The center is described as helpful and highly recommendable.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong focus on academics (lettersnumbers
Address
586 Fuller Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 224-4363
Sandcastle Child Care Center I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Sandcastle Child Care Center for its caring, attentive staff who form genuine relationships with children and maintain excellent communication with families. The center offers reasonable pricing, strong educational programming, and a welcoming environment where children are excited to attend. Multiple families have used the facility for several years and recommend it highly.

Kind and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsstrong educational curriculum
Address
486 View St, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 293-3945
Sandcastle Child Care Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Sandcastle Child Care Center II for its caring, professional staff and strong communication with families. Children across all age groups (infant through preschool) enjoy attending, and parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and educational programming. Multiple families have used the center for extended periods and would recommend it to others.

Warm and kind staffexcellent communication with parentsconsistent teachers
Address
749 Juno Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 293-3945
World Around Us Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

World Around Us Child Development Center receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents consistently praising the caring and attentive staff, safe environment, strong communication, and balance of play and learning activities. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and developing academically and socially.

Kind and attentive staffexcellent communication via app with photos and updatessafe and nurturing environment
Address
5065 Stewart Ave, White Bear Lake, MN
Phone
(651) 773-1406
Multicultural Therapeutic Children'S Programs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Multicultural Therapeutic Children's Programs as an excellent facility with caring, hands-on staff. Reviewers highlight the quality of teaching, therapeutic services, and the supportive environment for their children. The center receives strong recommendations from long-term families.

Caring and attentive staffquality teachingtherapeutic services available
Address
1501 Xerxes Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(763) 521-3477
Towerlight Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Towerlight Child Care for its compassionate, creative staff and strong curriculum. The standout feature is the intergenerational program connecting children with seniors at the adjacent TowerLight Senior Living facility, which parents credit with teaching empathy and social skills. The center maintains strong community engagement and provides enrichment activities including music classes, art, and cooking.

Compassionate and dedicated teachersintergenerational Grandfriends programcreative curriculum
Address
3601 Wooddale Ave S, St Louis Park, MN
Phone
(952) 920-8112
New Horizon Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

New Horizon Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its safe, clean, and nurturing environment. Parents highlight exceptional staff dedication, particularly in the infant room, and note strong academic and social development in their children. The center is described as feeling like a family with warm, caring leadership and excellent parent communication.

Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and dedicated staffstrong infant room care (especi
Address
8547 Edinburgh Centre Drive, Brooklyn Park, MN
Phone
(763) 315-3033
Babys Space
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the program's holistic approach, staff passion, and strong community involvement, with some noting that children enjoy the experience and progress smoothly to school. However, one review raises concerns about staff workload and potential burnout, citing an instance of a caregiver appearing overwhelmed and distressed while managing a large group of children.

holistic and personal growth focussafe and healthy environmentpassionate and compassionate staff
Address
2438 18th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 729-5171
Discoveries For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Discoveries for Children (operating as TowerLight) for its exceptional staff, creative programming, and unique intergenerational program connecting children with seniors. The center is noted for strong curriculum, excellent communication, engaging activities, and creating a supportive community environment. Multiple parents report high satisfaction and cite the facility as a deciding factor in where they live.

Compassionate and creative staffintergenerational Grandfriends programstrong curriculum
Address
3801 Wooddale Ave S, St Louis Park, MN
Phone
(952) 922-8411
Fraser Early Childhood Family Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviewers highlight the center's strong community support and caring staff, while one parent details extensive free services including meals and health care but questions the financial structure and executive compensation. Feedback emphasizes the program's value for low-income families alongside concerns about administrative costs.

caring staffcommunity pillarfree meals
Address
700 N Humboldt, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 377-7422
Fraser School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Fraser School receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the quality of care and staff dedication. Parents appreciate the flexible hours and individualized attention given to each child. Multiple reviewers describe the school as transformative for their families.

Caring and loving staffflexible hoursindividualized child-centered approach
Address
2400 W 64th St, Richfield, MN
Phone
(612) 861-1688
Judson Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Judson Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its play-based curriculum, warm and caring staff, strong community atmosphere, and child development outcomes. However, one recent parent raised serious concerns about incident reporting delays, inadequate handling of special needs, and administrative communication failures.

Play-based learning philosophycaring and engaged teachershands-on director involvement
Address
4101 Harriet Ave South, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 822-0915
Primrose School Of Eden Prairie
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Eden Prairie for its exceptional staff, strong academic and social preparation, and family-oriented environment. Children are reported to be happy and excited to attend, with parents appreciating the responsive communication, healthy food quality, and comprehensive daily updates. The school is described as top-notch compared to other area daycares.

Caring and professional staffstrong curriculum and academic preparationresponsive and transparent management
Address
7800 Eden Prairie Rd, Eden Prairie, MN
Phone
(952) 944-6023
Project Secure/Fraser Early Childhood Family Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the center as a supportive community pillar with caring staff and comprehensive services, including free meals and health resources for children aged 0-5. One reviewer notes the program's broad support system but raises concerns regarding high executive compensation and the financial burden on government taxpayers.

supportive staffcommunity pillarfree meals and snacks
Address
700 Humboldt Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 377-7422
Seward Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2323 32nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 724-3030
Shoreline Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Shoreline Early Childhood Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current and former families, who praise the caring staff, small family-friendly environment, and quality educational programming. One prospective parent reported difficulty reaching the director and poor responsiveness to enrollment inquiries. The center appears to operate at or near capacity based on word-of-mouth referrals.

Caring and kind staffsmall family-friendly environmentquality learning experiences
Address
3745 Shoreline Dr, Wayzata, MN
Phone
(952) 471-8541
Step By Step Montessori School Of Corcoran
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent highlights significant speech improvements and praises the staff's kindness, patience, and organization for their children's enrollment. Conversely, another parent reports severe concerns, alleging emotional and physical abuse, neglect, and shaming by staff, leading to their child's withdrawal and a DHS report.

speech improvementstaff kindnesspatience
Address
23610 County Rd.10, Corcoran, MN
Phone
(763) 498-5437
Cobber Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1306 3rd St South, Moorhead, MN
Phone
(218) 299-4204
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent reports that their daughter thoroughly enjoys the program, highlighting the faith-based curriculum and engaging field trips as key benefits. Another reviewer expresses general satisfaction with the church itself, though specific childcare details are not provided.

faith-based curriculumchallenging kindergarten preparationwonderful teachers
Address
1401 Sw 6th St, Willmar, MN
Phone
(320) 235-4685
Rocking Horse Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Rocking Horse Ranch receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, long-tenured staff and warm, home-like environment. Parents report significant improvements in their children's confidence, engagement, and academic performance, with children eager to attend daily. One negative review cited sanitary concerns.

Loving and experienced staff with many working there for yearsstrong curriculum and learning outcomeshome-like atmosphere
Address
14859 Louisiana Ave S, Savage, MN
Phone
(952) 440-1777
Little Kidkare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little KidKare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent daily communication through photos and app updates. One parent reported frustration with management's unresponsiveness when attempting to address concerns and resolve issues. Overall, parents describe a loving environment where children are happy and engaged.

caring and dedicated staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdaily photos and app updates
Address
115 2nd St S, Montrose, MN
Phone
(763) 682-8473
Noah'S Ark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the caring teachers, flexible scheduling, and strong community as key benefits, though one reviewer reports significant hygiene and maintenance issues. While multiple families express high satisfaction with the curriculum and staff responsiveness, a single negative experience cites poor facility conditions. Overall, the feedback is mixed, with strong praise from long-term attendees contrasting sharply with one recent complaint.

caring teachersflexible pick-up/drop-off timesresponsive staff
Address
9185 N Lexington Ave, Circle Pines, MN
Phone
(763) 784-5928
Learn And Grow Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight exceptional staff dedication and low turnover, noting that children are excited to attend and engage in creative activities. Reviewers also appreciate reliable communication, comprehensive updates, and consistent operating hours even during school closures.

highly engaged and excited childrensupportive and experienced stafflow turnover
Address
13142 Central Ave Ne, Blaine, MN
Phone
(763) 757-9898
Tiger Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent describes the after-school program as professional and adept, while another simply notes it provides fun times. A third reviewer contrasts the experience of being a student there, which they found less than great, with the enjoyment of visiting teachers afterward.

professional staffadept programfun experience
Address
6085 7th St Ne, Fridley, MN
Phone
(763) 502-5119
Under The Rainbow Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Under the Rainbow Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the friendly and professional staff, strong curriculum including kindergarten readiness programs, clean facilities, and well-organized outdoor play areas. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning, and eager to attend daily.

Friendly and professional staffkindergarten readiness programage-appropriate outdoor playgrounds for each room
Address
555 Technology Dr, Red Wing, MN
Phone
(651) 388-6433
Day By Day Child Development Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Day by Day Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for attentive staff, small class sizes, and engaging activities. Children are reported to be happy and excited to attend. One negative review raises concerns about supervision and staff attentiveness.

small class sizesattentive and caring staffresponsive to parent concerns
Address
1565 Cliff Rd, Ste 9, Eagan, MN
Phone
(651) 405-8005
Ymca In Eagan Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise the YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center in Eagan for its caring, experienced staff, safe environment, and developmentally-focused programming. Children are reported to be excited about attending, and parents appreciate the smooth transitions, strong communication, and enrichment activities offered. Multiple reviewers highlight staff consistency and tenure as key factors in their children's growth and happiness.

Caring and attentive staff
Address
550 Opperman Dr, Eagan, MN
Phone
(651) 683-4713
Creative Wonders Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Creative Wonders Childcare in Eagan receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and passionate staff, owner Angela's involvement and flexibility, developmental activities, and the home-like atmosphere that keeps children excited to attend.

caring and passionate staffowner Angela's involvement and communicationclean facility
Address
1960 Cliff Lake Rd, Ste 104b, Eagan, MN
Phone
(651) 454-1264
Our Savior'S Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
14980 Diamond Path, Rosemount, MN
Phone
(651) 423-2580
Endless Journey Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Endless Journey Child Care receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the hands-on ownership, stable staff with 10+ year tenure, and welcoming environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, smooth transitions, and quality care across all age groups from infants through pre-K.

Dedicated owner involvementstaff stability and longevityclean facility
Address
7411 Airport View Dr Sw, Rochester, MN
Phone
(507) 281-2142

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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.