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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Alexandria, MN

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Alexandria. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Alexandria, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Alexandria has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 56308 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Alexandria

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.

  1. 1
    Community Preschool Of First Lutheran Church
    4.45 score
    4.9(5)

    822 Douglas, Alexandria, MN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 35 children

    Community Preschool of First Lutheran Church in Alexandria receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, strong community feel, and well-maintained facilities. Parents appreciate the biblical focus and the facility's involvement in local scouting programs.

    welcoming environmentfriendly staffcommunity atmospherebeautiful and new building
  2. 2
    Alexandria Area Ymca Center East
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    110 Karl Dr, Alexandria, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 136 children

    Alexandria Area YMCA Center East receives consistently high praise from parents and visitors. Reviewers highlight the clean, well-maintained facility with excellent staff, diverse programming including day camps and fitness classes, and children's enthusiasm about attending. The center offers quality childcare combined with full YMCA amenities including pools, gym facilities, and organized activities.

    friendly and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitydiverse programming (day campsswimming lessons
  3. 3
    Little Learners Academy LLC
    4.05 score
    4.1(6)

    1405 Broadway St, Ste B, Alexandria, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    Little Learners Academy receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the flexible hours, caring teachers, and daily communication, while others report serious concerns including staff no-shows, billing issues, safety problems, and unprofessional management.

    Flexible schedulingextended hours (early opening and late closing)caring and loving teachersdaily updates and photos

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Alexandria

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Alexandria, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Alexandria zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
563086
4.5
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Alexandria (20–136 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Alexandria based on parent reviews

Alexandria Area Ymca Center East

4.5(20)

110 Karl Dr, Alexandria, MN

Alexandria Area YMCA Center East receives consistently high praise from parents and visitors. Reviewers highlight the clean, well-maintained facility with excellent staff, diverse programming including day camps and fitness classes, and children's enthusiasm about attending. The center offers quality childcare combined with full YMCA amenities including pools, gym facilities, and organized activities.

friendly and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitydiverse programming (day camps

Little Learners Academy LLC

4.1(6)

1405 Broadway St, Ste B, Alexandria, MN

Little Learners Academy receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the flexible hours, caring teachers, and daily communication, while others report serious concerns including staff no-shows, billing issues, safety problems, and unprofessional management.

Flexible schedulingextended hours (early opening and late closing)caring and loving teachers

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Daycare types in Alexandria

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Alexandria, Minnesota

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Alexandria, Minnesota, making up 83% of the 6 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Alexandria have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Alexandria

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Alexandria Area Ymca Center East
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Alexandria Area YMCA Center East receives consistently high praise from parents and visitors. Reviewers highlight the clean, well-maintained facility with excellent staff, diverse programming including day camps and fitness classes, and children's enthusiasm about attending. The center offers quality childcare combined with full YMCA amenities including pools, gym facilities, and organized activities.

friendly and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitydiverse programming (day camps
Address
110 Karl Dr, Alexandria, MN
Phone
(320) 834-9622
Little Learners Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Learners Academy receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the flexible hours, caring teachers, and daily communication, while others report serious concerns including staff no-shows, billing issues, safety problems, and unprofessional management.

Flexible schedulingextended hours (early opening and late closing)caring and loving teachers
Address
1405 Broadway St, Ste B, Alexandria, MN
Phone
(320) 763-4927
All Pro Childcare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
503 Hawthorne St, Suite 103, Alexandria, MN
Phone
(320) 759-1788
Calvary Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
605 Douglas, Alexandria, MN
Phone
(320) 763-4099
Zion Lutheran Preshool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
300 Lake St, Alexandria, MN
Phone
(320) 763-4842

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Alexandria, Minnesota, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Alexandria have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Alexandria, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Minnesota's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Minnesota)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Alexandria offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Minnesota 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 Alexandria for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Alexandria must be licensed by Minnesota'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.