
Compare 27 daycare centers in Minot. Average rating: 4.69/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Minot has 27 licensed daycares with 38 parent reviews averaging 4.69/5.11 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 85% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 58703 (avg 4.73 stars), while 58701 has the largest selection (17 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
305 8 Ave Ne, Minot, ND · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children
Trini Tots Daycare receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the staff's responsiveness, communication via the Brightwheel app, and loving care of children, with several long-term families expressing strong satisfaction. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff ratios, health and safety protocol violations, and specific incidents including improper diaper changes and a child being dropped.
1420 20 Ave Se, Minot, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 80 children
Li'l Acorns receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents whose children thrived academically and socially, but significant concerns from others about staff demeanor and communication. Supporters value the structured, no-nonsense approach and report children are well-prepared for school, while critics describe staff as rude, loud, and creating an uncomfortable environment.
Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Minot
Top qualities mentioned across 38 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Minot, based on parent reviews
Minot zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58703 | 10 | 4.73 | 5 | |
| 58701 | 17 | 4.66 | 6 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Minot (15–228 children)
Small
up to 30 children
4
Medium
31–75 children
7
Large
76–150 children
6
Very Large
150+ children
2
Highest rated daycares in Minot based on parent reviews
1512 3 Ave Sw, Minot, ND
Parents describe Children's Garden Preschool as a well-lit, play-based center with experienced teachers that effectively prepares children for kindergarten. Reviewers highlight the program's excellent value and robust educational materials, noting that alumni are ready for first grade, while one parent expresses excitement about their new student's experience. The few reviews so far mention that the facility is considered the best in the area by multiple families.
1000 3 St Ne, Minot, ND
Parents highlight the center as an excellent choice in Minot, noting great teachers and engaging holiday programs. Reviewers appreciate the hands-on activities and feel confident that their children are well cared for.
1105 16 St Nw, Minot, ND
One parent highlights that their children developed strong abilities while attending. Another reviewer praises both the staff and the facility as being excellent.
601 18 Ave Se, Minot, ND
One parent describes an excellent experience for an infant, highlighting the staff's warmth and the facility's cleanliness. Another review notes that teachers provide lots of love and that the families are amazing.
1000 3 St Ne, Minot, ND
Reviewers describe the YWCA Early Learning Center as an excellent preschool with caring teachers and engaging holiday programs. Parents report that their children enjoy the hands-on activities and feel well-cared for in a worry-free environment.
1500 Univ Ave W, Minot, ND
Reviewers highlight the center's great staff and awesome facility, noting that children developed strong abilities during their time there. The limited feedback emphasizes positive growth and a supportive environment.
There are 27 daycare centers in Minot, North Dakota. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Minot have an average rating of 4.69 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 85% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.85 stars. Our analysis covers 38 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Minot, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents highlight the center as an excellent choice in Minot, noting great teachers and engaging holiday programs. Reviewers appreciate the hands-on activities and feel confident that their children are well cared for.
One parent highlights that their children developed strong abilities while attending. Another reviewer praises both the staff and the facility as being excellent.
One parent reports a positive five-year experience with the center, noting that their son enjoys attending and appreciates all the teachers. The reviewer states they have encountered no issues during this time.
One parent reports that the Head Start program successfully prepared their son for kindergarten, expressing high satisfaction with the outcome. The review highlights the effectiveness of the early childhood education provided over a one-year period.
Parents describe Children's Garden Preschool as a well-lit, play-based center with experienced teachers that effectively prepares children for kindergarten. Reviewers highlight the program's excellent value and robust educational materials, noting that alumni are ready for first grade, while one parent expresses excitement about their new student's experience. The few reviews so far mention that the facility is considered the best in the area by multiple families.
One parent describes an excellent experience for an infant, highlighting the staff's warmth and the facility's cleanliness. Another review notes that teachers provide lots of love and that the families are amazing.
Reviewers describe the YWCA Early Learning Center as an excellent preschool with caring teachers and engaging holiday programs. Parents report that their children enjoy the hands-on activities and feel well-cared for in a worry-free environment.
One parent highlights a positive transition for their two-year-old, noting that despite initial crying during the first week, the child quickly adjusted and began looking forward to attending. The reviewer attributes this success to the love, care, and patience provided by Carla and the staff, which helped ease the family's move to a new town.
Reviewers highlight the center's great staff and awesome facility, noting that children developed strong abilities during their time there. The limited feedback emphasizes positive growth and a supportive environment.
One parent notes that their children developed strong abilities while attending, and another highlights the quality of the staff and facility.
One parent highlights that the Head Start program effectively prepared their child for kindergarten. The reviewer expresses strong satisfaction with the educational outcomes provided by the center.
Trini Tots Daycare receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the staff's responsiveness, communication via the Brightwheel app, and loving care of children, with several long-term families expressing strong satisfaction. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff ratios, health and safety protocol violations, and specific incidents including improper diaper changes and a child being dropped.
Li'l Acorns receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents whose children thrived academically and socially, but significant concerns from others about staff demeanor and communication. Supporters value the structured, no-nonsense approach and report children are well-prepared for school, while critics describe staff as rude, loud, and creating an uncomfortable environment.
Several parents express high satisfaction with Head Start programs, noting that children love attending and appreciate the teachers and positive outcomes. However, one family reported a negative experience involving potential discrimination related to their son's speech delay and alleged delays in enrollment despite being on a long waiting list.
Parents highlight that children enjoy the program and appreciate the teachers, with one noting significant positive development. However, one family reported being denied enrollment due to perceived discrimination regarding their son's speech delay.
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