How do I choose the right daycare in Columbia Heights?

When choosing a daycare in Columbia Heights, 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

What types of daycare are available in Columbia Heights?

Columbia Heights offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbia Heights, Minnesota (4 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Minnesota?

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 Columbia Heights for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Columbia Heights

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.

Little Voyageurs Montessori School INC

4.69 score

5(11)

825 51st Ave Ne, Columbia Heights, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

Little Voyageurs Montessori School receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, engaged staff and strong academic and social development outcomes. Parents highlight the welcoming, inclusive environment, low staff turnover, excellent communication, and flexible scheduling options. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate measurable growth in skills and confidence.

Low staff turnoverexcellent communicationwelcoming and inclusive environmentsmall class sizes

Faithful Beginnings At Immaculate Conception Catholic School

4.48 score

4.6(20)

4030 Jackson St Ne, Columbia Heights, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the daycare center itself. Instead, the reviews focus on the affiliated Catholic church, praising its community, clergy, and worship experience. No substantive information about daycare operations, staff, or child care quality is available.

Strong Catholic communitywelcoming atmosphereengaging priestfamily-friendly religious education program

David'S Christian Learning Center

4.47 score

4.7(10)

4101 Washington St Ne, Columbia Heights, MN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 72 children

Parents consistently praise David's Christian Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and safe, clean environment. Children are reported to be happy and excited to attend, with strong communication between teachers and parents. One concern about frequent biting incidents was noted by one reviewer.

Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilitystrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent communication with parents

Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbia Heights, Minnesota

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, making up 67% 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.

When choosing a daycare in Columbia Heights, 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 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Columbia Heights, 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

Columbia Heights offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 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 Columbia Heights for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Columbia Heights 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.

4 Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Columbia Heights

Top Rated

Little Voyageurs Montessori School INC

Faithful Beginnings At Immaculate Conception Catholic School

Madina Academy LLC

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Daycare types in Columbia Heights