How do I choose the right daycare in Duluth?

When choosing a daycare in Duluth, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Duluth, Minnesota (26 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Duluth?

Duluth offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 26 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.

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 Duluth for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Duluth

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.

Happy Time Day Care Center

4.31 score

4.4(18)

203 N 25th Ave W, Duluth, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

Happy Time Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its developmental curriculum, caring staff, and outdoor learning opportunities. Parents highlight the center's focus on creativity, emotional intelligence, and kindergarten preparation, along with nutritious meal programs. The facility is NECPA accredited with a 4-star Parent Aware rating.

Experienced and nurturing staffcomprehensive curriculum fostering creativity and emotional intelligenceextensive outdoor play year-roundfresh food program with child-grown vegetables

Creation Station

4.24 score

4.3(20)

2101 Trinity Rd, Duluth, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

These reviews appear to be for Lake Superior College, not a daycare center. The reviews praise the college's beautiful campus, helpful instructors, diverse program offerings, and affordable education options.

Beautiful campus and facilitiesfriendly and caring staff and instructorswell-equipped amenities (fitness centercafe

Little Lambs Learning Center

4.06 score

4.1(7)

802 Maple Grove Rd, Duluth, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children

Little Lambs Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, Christian-based curriculum, clean facilities, and child development approach. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving inadequate supervision, a fall down stairs, lack of incident reporting, and delayed notification of the accident.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong communication with parentsclean and organized facilityage-appropriate curriculum

Benedictine Developmental Preschool

4 score

4(20)

935 Kenwood Ave, Duluth, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children

Note: These reviews appear to be for Benedictine Care Center, a senior living and rehabilitation facility, not a developmental preschool. Reviews consistently praise the compassionate, knowledgeable staff across all service lines including assisted living, memory care, independent living, and physical/occupational therapy. Residents and families report excellent care quality, engaging activities, good food, and smooth transitions.

Compassionate and knowledgeable staffexcellent physical and occupational therapypersonalized care approachon-site activities and mass

Little Learners' Enrichment Center

3.92 score

3.9(20)

714 W College St, Duluth, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

Little Learners' Enrichment Center (also known as Northwoods) receives consistently high praise from families. Reviews highlight the facility's success in helping children with behavioral and emotional challenges, particularly those from foster care and trauma backgrounds. Staff are described as caring, knowledgeable, and supportive of both children and families.

Caring and knowledgeable staffhands-on learning approachhelp managing anger and emotional regulationclean facilities

Summit Childcare/Preschool

3.78 score

3.6(6)

1600 N 8th Ave E, Duluth, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children

Summit Childcare receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the creative teachers, engaging curriculum, and enrichment activities like music, art, and Spanish classes. However, two significant concerns were raised: one parent reported the center refused to administer necessary prescription medication and handled the situation unprofessionally, while another noted peer conflict among children.

Enthusiastic staffcreative activities and curriculumoutdoor exploration timeenrichment classes (music

St. Mary'S Child Care Center

3.6 score

3.5(20)

530 E 2nd St, Duluth, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

These reviews appear to be mismatched to this daycare listing, as they describe hospital care rather than child care services. The reviews cannot be accurately summarized for St. Mary's Child Care Center as submitted.

None applicable - reviews describe hospital services not daycare

Observation Hill Children'S Center

3.4 score

2.9(6)

826 W 3rd St, Duluth, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

Reviews are highly polarized. Parents with enrollment experience praise the center's child development focus, safety, and educational quality, reporting children learn ahead of kindergarten level. However, other reviewers report misleading waitlist communications, staffing issues, and poor staff behavior.

child development focussafe environmenteducational advancementstaff care and attentiveness

Child Daycare & Preschools in Duluth, Minnesota

There are 26 child daycare & preschools in Duluth, Minnesota, making up 96% of the 27 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 Duluth, 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 26 child daycare & preschools daycares in Duluth, Minnesota, out of 27 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 Duluth, 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

Duluth offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 26 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 Duluth for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Duluth 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.

26 Child Daycare & Preschools in Duluth, Minnesota

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Duluth

Top Rated

Cornerstone Preschool Childcare Center LLC

Happy Time Day Care Center

Duluth Preschool Of Fine Arts

University Nursery-Copper Top

Creation Station

St Michaels Lakeside Early Learning

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