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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Crystal, MN

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Crystal. Average rating: 4.9/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Crystal, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.9/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Crystal has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.9/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Crystal

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
    Evergreen Montessori
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    6700 46th Place North, Crystal, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Evergreen Montessori receives universally positive reviews from parents who praise the staff's kindness, communication, and Montessori approach to education. Parents consistently report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and thrive in a caring, community-focused environment. The center uses a parent communication app and welcomes family involvement in the classroom.

    Kind and compassionate staffexcellent kindergarten preparationstrong communication with parents via appcreative and welcoming environment
  2. 2
    Little Folks Daycare, INC.
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    6226 Bass Lake Rd, Crystal, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

    Little Folks Daycare receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and owner Steph. Parents highlight strong communication, engaging educational activities, and a warm home-like environment despite being a center-based facility. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents feeling confident in the quality of care provided.

    Caring and nurturing staffOwner Steph's personal attention and flexibilityClear communicationEngaging activities (music class

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Crystal

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Crystal (40–93 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Crystal based on parent reviews

Evergreen Montessori

5(11)

6700 46th Place North, Crystal, MN

Evergreen Montessori receives universally positive reviews from parents who praise the staff's kindness, communication, and Montessori approach to education. Parents consistently report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and thrive in a caring, community-focused environment. The center uses a parent communication app and welcomes family involvement in the classroom.

Kind and compassionate staffexcellent kindergarten preparationstrong communication with parents via app

Little Folks Daycare, INC.

4.8(20)

6226 Bass Lake Rd, Crystal, MN

Little Folks Daycare receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and owner Steph. Parents highlight strong communication, engaging educational activities, and a warm home-like environment despite being a center-based facility. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents feeling confident in the quality of care provided.

Caring and nurturing staffOwner Steph's personal attention and flexibilityClear communication

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Crystal, Minnesota

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Crystal, 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 Crystal have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Crystal, 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 Crystal

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Evergreen Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Evergreen Montessori receives universally positive reviews from parents who praise the staff's kindness, communication, and Montessori approach to education. Parents consistently report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and thrive in a caring, community-focused environment. The center uses a parent communication app and welcomes family involvement in the classroom.

Kind and compassionate staffexcellent kindergarten preparationstrong communication with parents via app
Address
6700 46th Place North, Crystal, MN
Phone
(763) 535-3553
Little Folks Daycare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Little Folks Daycare receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and owner Steph. Parents highlight strong communication, engaging educational activities, and a warm home-like environment despite being a center-based facility. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents feeling confident in the quality of care provided.

Caring and nurturing staffOwner Steph's personal attention and flexibilityClear communication
Address
6226 Bass Lake Rd, Crystal, MN
Phone
(763) 533-0169

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Crystal, Minnesota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Crystal have an average Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Crystal, 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 Crystal for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Crystal 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.