How do I choose the right daycare in Mandan?

When choosing a daycare in Mandan, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with North Dakota's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Dakota) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

Daycare Centers in Mandan, North Dakota (9 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Mandan?

Mandan offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 5 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in North Dakota?

Daycare costs in North Dakota 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 Mandan for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mandan

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.

Creative Preschoolers

4.39 score

4.6(9)

2133 37 St, Mandan, ND · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

Creative Preschoolers receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising teacher Mrs. Roller for creating a well-balanced learning environment that combines academics, hands-on activities, and structured play. Children show significant social and academic growth, with parents reporting improved confidence, readiness for kindergarten, and enthusiasm for attending. One negative review cited poor customer service during an initial phone inquiry.

Patient and kind teacherbalanced academics and play-based learninghands-on activitieswell-structured environment

Mandan Activities & Care

4.11 score

4.2(6)

2600 46 Ave Se, Mandan, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 105 children

Parents who visited MANDAN ACTIVITIES & CARE reported having fun experiences, particularly praising the water park activities. However, there is a significant issue with the facility's phone number being confused with Mandan City Parks and Recreation, causing unwanted calls to Child Protection Services.

Fun activitieswater parkgood time for grandchildren

First Steps Learning Center

3.61 score

3.4(9)

Po Box 865, Mandan, ND · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

First Steps Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, educational curriculum, and strong communication. However, several parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision/security protocols, failure to notify parents of child injuries, staff payment issues, and misleading pricing policies.

Warm and nurturing environmentcaring and attentive staffclean and organized facilityengaging educational curriculum with age-appropriate activities

Daycare Centers in Mandan, North Dakota

There are 9 daycare centers in Mandan, North Dakota. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 9 all daycares in Mandan, North Dakota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Mandan, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with North Dakota's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Dakota)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Mandan offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 North Dakota 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 Mandan for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Mandan must be licensed by North Dakota'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.

9 Daycare Centers in Mandan, North Dakota

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mandan

Top Rated

Creative Preschoolers

Mandan Activities & Care

First Steps Learning Center

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Daycare types in Mandan