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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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Annies Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Annie's Childcare & Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews, with strong praise for staff caring and personalized attention in infant/toddler rooms, but serious complaints about preschool management, owner conduct, and alleged favoritism. Parents consistently commend the welcoming atmosphere and child development in younger age groups, though experiences deteriorate significantly in the preschool program.

Caring and nurturing staffpersonalized carewelco
Address
501 W College Dr, Brainerd, MN
Phone
(218) 855-8274
Annies Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Annie's Childcare & Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff's genuine care, personalized attention, and welcoming demeanor, particularly in infant and toddler rooms. However, several parents report serious concerns about management behavior, staff conduct, inconsistent quality between rooms, and alleged violations of court orders.

Loving and caring staffpersonalized carewelcoming atmosphere
Address
9630 Ostrowski Way, Brainerd, MN
Phone
(218) 829-9228
Precious Years Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
24646 Hazelwood Drive, Nisswa, MN
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Lincoln Community Center Mankato Abe
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
110 Fulton Street, Mankato, MN
Phone
(507) 345-5222
Raising Stars Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Raising Stars Childcare receives consistently high praise from parents who value the center's emphasis on active outdoor play, imaginative learning, and individualized child care. Parents highlight the staff's genuine commitment to each child's development, flexibility in accommodating needs, and nature-based curriculum. Multiple reviewers note smooth transitions from home care and strong preparation for kindergarten.

Active outdoor play encouragedsmall class sizesattentive and caring staff
Address
2600 County Rd D E, White Bear Lake, MN
Phone
(651) 773-7074
Lit'L Sprouts Child Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Lit'l Sprouts has strong parental satisfaction among current families, with four 5-star reviews praising flexible scheduling, activities, and caring staff. However, three recent 1-2 star reviews cite significant concerns about leadership professionalism, customer service, and staff responsiveness during enrollment and donation interactions.

Accommodating to flexible work schedulesengaging activities and arts and craftscaring and loving staff
Address
404 Whiskey Rd N, Suite C, Isanti, MN
Phone
(763) 444-5303
Primrose School Of Maple Grove
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Primrose School of Maple Grove receives overwhelming praise from parents, with nearly all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the clean facility, caring staff, balanced curriculum, and fresh meals. One prospective parent noted concerns about high costs and poor communication during the enrollment process.

Clean facilitycaring and professional staffbalanced curriculum with academics and creative activities
Address
6975 Wedgewood Rd, Maple Grove, MN
Phone
(763) 494-4330
Smiles Child Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
4324 Lyndale Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 886-2932
Safa Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

SAFA Child Care & Learning Center receives polarized reviews with strong opinions on both sides. Many parents praise the staff's care, cleanliness, and their children's development, while others raise serious concerns about the facility's history of violations, medication administration, and food quality.

Staff care about childrenfriendly staffclean facility
Address
3701 W Old Shakopee Rd, Suite 400, Bloomington, MN
Phone
(952) 303-6189
Little Learners Montessori & Childcare INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Little Learners Montessori & Childcare has strong academic programming with a Montessori approach and engaged staff who build relationships with children. Most parents report excellent educational progress, good communication through daily apps, and supportive environments. One parent had a negative experience involving staff unprofessionalism and concerns about their child's care.

Strong academic curriculum (advanced math and reading)Montessori approach with child
Address
8115 Hwy 7, St Louis Park, MN
Phone
(952) 939-9492
People Serving People Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

People Serving People Children's Center is a shelter-based facility that provides housing, meals, and childcare services to families in need. Reviews consistently praise the compassionate, helpful staff and the practical resources available. Reviewers emphasize that success requires residents to actively participate in programs and follow rules rather than expect a permanent solution.

Compassionate and professional staffclean facilityfree meals provided (3 daily)
Address
614 S 3rd Street, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 277-0249
Memories & Milestones Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Memories & Milestones Academy for its caring, attentive staff and personalized approach to childcare. The facility is noted for creating a positive learning environment with daily activities that support child development and growth. Parents express confidence in the quality of care and appreciation for the owner's personable nature.

Thoughtful and caring teacherspersonalized care and learning opportunitiespositive learning environment
Address
1501 1st Street Ne, New Prague, MN
Phone
(952) 758-5437
Tutor Time Of Apple Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time of Apple Valley for its exceptional staff, comprehensive curriculum that balances play with structured learning, and strong focus on child development. Children show measurable progress in academics and social skills, with parents noting high satisfaction and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is commended for flexibility, communication, and creating a warm, caring environment.

Exceptionalcaring staff and teachersstrong curriculum and intentional learning approach
Address
14370 Glenda Dr, Apple Valley, MN
Phone
(952) 953-3444
Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

The YMCA Preschool in Mankato receives consistently excellent reviews, with parents praising its comprehensive facilities, friendly and welcoming staff, and diverse programming for all ages. Parents highlight the quality of childcare, swimming lessons, fitness classes, and recreational amenities available to families. Multiple reviewers report being long-term members who feel valued and welcome.

Friendly and welcoming staffexcellent childcare/child watch programm
Address
1401 South Riverfront Dr, Mankato, MN
Phone
(507) 387-8255
Lasting Impressions Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Lasting Impressions has highly polarized reviews. Many recent parents praise reasonable pricing, flexible hours, responsive staff, good communication through apps, and improvements under current director Riley. However, older reviews cite management issues, staff turnover, safety concerns, cleanliness problems, and broken promises regarding enrollment and policies.

Reasonable pricingflexible hoursresponsive communication and daily updates via app
Address
2515 Wabash Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 227-9409
Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
616 Ruth St, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 735-4202
Agape I Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Agape I Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, who praise the caring and attentive staff, warm family-like environment, and individualized approach to child development. Parents report their children make significant developmental progress and feel safe while they work, and note that management goes above and beyond by providing community support and flexibility with family needs.

Caring and respectful staffwarm welcoming environmentindividualized attention to children
Address
2304 Emerson Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 287-9775
Mount Olivet Day Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Mount Olivet Day Services receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from families, with most reviewers praising the attentive, compassionate staff and comprehensive care provided to residents. Families highlight the facility's cleanliness, consistent staffing, inclusive pricing, and personalized approach to care. One reviewer noted inconsistency in care quality across different floors and staff members.

Attentive and compassionate staffconsistent staffing with low turnoverinclusive pricing with meals and amenities included
Address
5517 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 821-3446
Step By Step Montessori School Of Plymouth
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Step by Step Montessori School of Plymouth receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the Montessori curriculum, caring staff, and welcoming environment, reporting their children thrive and enjoy attending. However, a minority of parents report serious concerns about staff behavior, lack of empathy toward children, poor communication from administration, and alleged discrimination against children with IEPs.

Montessori approach effectivenesscaring and attentive teacherswelcoming atmosphere
Address
4355 Hwy 169, Plymouth, MN
Phone
(763) 557-6555
Our Redeemer Christian Children'S Center
Church Daycare
3.7
Address
1000 14th St S, Moorhead, MN
Phone
(218) 233-8270
Kiddy Karousel
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
3920 13th Ave E, Hibbing, MN
Phone
(218) 263-7450
Learning Lodge LLC (The)
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

The Learning Lodge receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the attentive and professional staff, engaging curriculum with diverse activities and field trips, excellent outdoor play spaces, and the center's ability to support children's development including those with special needs.

Attentive and friendly staffengaging curriculum with themed learningoutdoor play spaces
Address
6139 157th Ln Nw, Ramsey, MN
Phone
(763) 427-2587
Town Square Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7

Reviews for Town Square Head Start are overwhelmingly positive with a 5-star average. Parents appreciate the facility's helpful staff, useful services, and convenient location. However, many reviews appear to reference other businesses located in the building rather than the daycare itself.

Helpful and friendly staffjob search assistance availablebus pass services
Address
201 S Lyndale, Faribault, MN
Phone
(507) 333-6450
Kids Of Christ Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
223 E 5th St, Zumbrota, MN
Phone
(507) 732-5367
Hastings Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Hastings Child Development Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring, attentive staff, educational programs, and director Liz's responsiveness, with particular recognition for supporting children with special needs and developmental delays. However, a minority of parents report issues with management practices, including full payment during closures, dismissive responses to complaints, and sudden terminations without explanation.

caring and attentive staffeducational programmingdirector Liz's responsiveness
Address
210 17th St W, Hastings, MN
Phone
(651) 438-9119
Elm Care Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
900 4th St Sw, Waseca, MN
Phone
(507) 835-5875
Tutor Time Of Blaine
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time of Blaine for its caring and competent staff, responsive management, and safe environment. The facility is highly regarded for its curriculum, flexibility, cleanliness, and communication tools like the Sprout About app that allows real-time monitoring. Multiple parents with children attending for several years express strong satisfaction and recommend the center.

Caring and attentive staffresponsive managementlive monitoring app with daily photos
Address
1570 109th Ave, Blaine, MN
Phone
(763) 784-1287
Wellcome Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Note: These reviews appear to be for Wellcome Manor, a residential treatment and recovery facility, not a daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (10/10 five-star ratings), with clients praising the program's support for addiction recovery, mental health treatment, and parenting skills. Clients credit the facility with transforming their lives, achieving sobriety, and rebuilding relationships with their children.

Supportive and caring staffeffective add
Address
114 West Pleasant St, Garden City, MN
Phone
(507) 546-3295
Mother Duck Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Mother Duck Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers emphasizing caring, dedicated staff, strong community feel, and quality early childhood education. Parents highlight the hands-on director Jen, reasonable and stable tuition rates, reliable operations, and frequent family engagement events. Children are reported to transition well to kindergarten and form lasting friendships.

caring and dedicated teachershands-on directorreasonable and stable tuition
Address
6301 Penn Ave S, Richfield, MN
Phone
(612) 866-8996
N.E. Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

N.E. Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, experienced directors, and quality learning activities. However, one parent reported serious concerns about bullying, inadequate supervision, and discriminatory treatment of their minority daughter.

Experienced and compassionate directorscaring and attentive stafffrequent parent communication
Address
1700 Second St Ne, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 787-4025

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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.