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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Excelsior, MN

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Excelsior. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Excelsior, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Excelsior offers 6 licensed child daycare & preschools, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 55331 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Excelsior

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
    Children Of Faith Preschool
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    7595 Minnewashta Pkwy, Excelsior, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents praise Children of Faith Preschool as a welcoming, Bible-centered facility with a friendly atmosphere and non-judgmental community. Multiple reviewers highlight the quality of teachings, family-oriented environment, and absence of pressure to donate or join. The center receives consistently high marks for creating an inclusive space where families of all faith maturity levels can grow together.

    welcoming and friendly staffBible-centered curriculumfamily-orientednon-judgmental atmosphere

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Excelsior

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Excelsior zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
553316
5
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Excelsior (20–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Excelsior based on parent reviews

Children Of Faith Preschool

5(8)

7595 Minnewashta Pkwy, Excelsior, MN

Parents praise Children of Faith Preschool as a welcoming, Bible-centered facility with a friendly atmosphere and non-judgmental community. Multiple reviewers highlight the quality of teachings, family-oriented environment, and absence of pressure to donate or join. The center receives consistently high marks for creating an inclusive space where families of all faith maturity levels can grow together.

welcoming and friendly staffBible-centered curriculumfamily-oriented

Our Savior Early Childhood Center

5(4)

23290 Hwy 7, Excelsior, MN

Parents highlight the school's small, mixed-grade classes that foster strong relationships and individualized academic and spiritual support. Reviewers appreciate the caring staff, effective communication with administrators, and a community atmosphere that extends beyond the classroom. No negative feedback was reported in the available reviews.

small mixed-grade classesindividualized attentioncaring and dedicated teachers

Minnetonka Montessori

5

471 3rd St, Po Box 295, Excelsior, MN

Excelsior Covenant Preschool

5

19955 Excelsior Blvd, Excelsior, MN

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Excelsior, Minnesota

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Excelsior, 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 Excelsior have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Excelsior, 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 Excelsior

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Minnetonka Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
471 3rd St, Po Box 295, Excelsior, MN
Phone
(952) 474-4922
Excelsior Covenant Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
19955 Excelsior Blvd, Excelsior, MN
Phone
(952) 474-1684
Our Savior Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the school's small, mixed-grade classes that foster strong relationships and individualized academic and spiritual support. Reviewers appreciate the caring staff, effective communication with administrators, and a community atmosphere that extends beyond the classroom. No negative feedback was reported in the available reviews.

small mixed-grade classesindividualized attentioncaring and dedicated teachers
Address
23290 Hwy 7, Excelsior, MN
Phone
(952) 474-5181
Children Of Faith Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents praise Children of Faith Preschool as a welcoming, Bible-centered facility with a friendly atmosphere and non-judgmental community. Multiple reviewers highlight the quality of teachings, family-oriented environment, and absence of pressure to donate or join. The center receives consistently high marks for creating an inclusive space where families of all faith maturity levels can grow together.

welcoming and friendly staffBible-centered curriculumfamily-oriented
Address
7595 Minnewashta Pkwy, Excelsior, MN
Phone
(952) 474-4966
Mount Calvary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
301 Cty Rd 19, Excelsior, MN
Phone
(952) 474-5542
Westwood Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3121 Westwood Dr, Excelsior, MN
Phone
(952) 224-7300

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Excelsior, Minnesota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Excelsior have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Excelsior, 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 Excelsior for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Excelsior 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.