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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Austin, MN

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Austin. Average rating: 4.13/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Austin, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.13/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Austin offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.13/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Austin

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Austin zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
559125
4.13
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Austin (24–198 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Austin based on parent reviews

St Olaf Wee Learning Center

5(1)

306 2nd St Nw, Austin, MN

One parent describes an exceptional experience at the center, highlighting the director's and teachers' engagement with children and families. The reviewer specifically appreciated the welcoming back-to-school party, which included room tours, food, and entertainment, noting how comfortable and confident they felt leaving their grandchild there.

supportive and amazing teachersengaging and fun eventscomfortable and trustworthy environment

Apple Lane Community Child Care Center

4.4(3)

1900 8th Ave Nw, Austin, MN

One parent describes a family-style atmosphere with clean facilities and welcoming staff that provide peace of mind through secure access and ID checks for visitors. Another reviewer highlights that their son was happy and kept busy by loving staff, while a single negative review claims the center failed to care for their child.

family-style atmosphereclean facilitieswelcoming and warm staff

Discovery Learning Center

3(2)

1802 2nd Ave Sw, Austin, MN

One parent reports that the center's online presence displays extremely inappropriate content, while another criticizes the facility for failing to take COVID-19 precautions seriously.

None mentioned

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Austin, Minnesota

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Austin, Minnesota. 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 Austin have an average rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.13 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Austin, 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 Austin

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St Olaf Wee Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes an exceptional experience at the center, highlighting the director's and teachers' engagement with children and families. The reviewer specifically appreciated the welcoming back-to-school party, which included room tours, food, and entertainment, noting how comfortable and confident they felt leaving their grandchild there.

supportive and amazing teachersengaging and fun eventscomfortable and trustworthy environment
Address
306 2nd St Nw, Austin, MN
Phone
(507) 433-6463
Apple Lane Community Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

One parent describes a family-style atmosphere with clean facilities and welcoming staff that provide peace of mind through secure access and ID checks for visitors. Another reviewer highlights that their son was happy and kept busy by loving staff, while a single negative review claims the center failed to care for their child.

family-style atmosphereclean facilitieswelcoming and warm staff
Address
1900 8th Ave Nw, Austin, MN
Phone
(507) 433-0070
Discovery Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent reports that the center's online presence displays extremely inappropriate content, while another criticizes the facility for failing to take COVID-19 precautions seriously.

None mentioned
Address
1802 2nd Ave Sw, Austin, MN
Phone
(507) 437-2875
Congregational Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1910 3rd Ave Nw, Austin, MN
Phone
(507) 433-2301
Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
704 1st Dr Nw, Austin, MN
Phone
(507) 433-1804

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Austin, Minnesota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Austin have an average Google rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Austin, 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
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 Austin for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Austin 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.