Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lakeville, MN
Compare 13 child daycare & preschools in Lakeville. Average rating: 4.57/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Lakeville, Minnesota at a glance
- Programs
- 13
- Avg rating
- 4.57/5
- Parent reviews
- 145
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 6
Lakeville has 13 licensed child daycare & preschools with 145 parent reviews averaging 4.57/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 86% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 55044 zip code, averaging 4.57 stars across 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lakeville
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.
- 1Celebration Academy4.71 score5(12)
16655 Kenyon Ave, Lakeville, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Celebration Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff, enriching curriculum, and welcoming environment where children thrive both academically and emotionally.
Loving and attentive staffstrong curriculum with academic preparation for kindergartenenrichment activities (artdance - 2Little Trenders4.64 score5(9)
20855 Kensington Blvd, Lakeville, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Parents consistently praise Windy Willow for its nurturing, hands-on approach to early childhood education using the Reggio Emilia and nature-based learning methods. Staff are described as warm, dedicated, and genuinely invested in each child's development, creating a family-like community atmosphere. Children reportedly thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with lasting positive impacts extending into elementary school.
Hands-on and creative learning activitiesReggio Emilia curriculumnature-based learningwarm and caring staff - 3Four Square Preschool & Daycare4.58 score5(7)
17671 Glacier Way, Lakeville, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 131 children
Four Square Preschool & Daycare in Lakeville receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's care, professionalism, and compassion. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, quality curriculum, cleanliness, and strong communication with families. Children show visible happiness and developmental growth, with staff noted for patience in helping with transitions and adjustments.
Caring and passionate staffsafe and nurturing environmentprofessional and organizedquality and engaging curriculum - 4Primrose School Of Lakeville North4.52 score4.7(14)
9711 163rd Street West, Lakeville, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 181 children
Primrose School of Lakeville North receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight excellent staff, strong curriculum, personalized learning approaches, and safe facilities. Multiple families report their children have made significant developmental and academic progress during their time at the center.
Caring and attentive staffstrong curriculumpersonalized learning for individual abilitiessafe and clean facility - 5Tutor Time Of Lakeville3.12 score2.9(20)
9475 176th St W, Lakeville, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 103 children
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time of Lakeville for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and parents appreciate the educational activities, clean facilities, and daily communication through the app. Multiple families report long-term enrollment spanning years, indicating high satisfaction.
Caring and attentive staffknowledgeable director (Becky)low teacher turnoverclean and safe facilities
Rating Distribution
Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Lakeville
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 145 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Lakeville, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Lakeville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55044 | 13 | 4.57 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Lakeville (18–181 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
3
Large
76–150 children
6
Very Large
150+ children
3
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Lakeville based on parent reviews
Celebration Academy
16655 Kenyon Ave, Lakeville, MN
Celebration Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff, enriching curriculum, and welcoming environment where children thrive both academically and emotionally.
Little Trenders
20855 Kensington Blvd, Lakeville, MN
Parents consistently praise Windy Willow for its nurturing, hands-on approach to early childhood education using the Reggio Emilia and nature-based learning methods. Staff are described as warm, dedicated, and genuinely invested in each child's development, creating a family-like community atmosphere. Children reportedly thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with lasting positive impacts extending into elementary school.
Four Square Preschool & Daycare
17671 Glacier Way, Lakeville, MN
Four Square Preschool & Daycare in Lakeville receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's care, professionalism, and compassion. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, quality curriculum, cleanliness, and strong communication with families. Children show visible happiness and developmental growth, with staff noted for patience in helping with transitions and adjustments.
Primrose School Of Lakeville North
9711 163rd Street West, Lakeville, MN
Primrose School of Lakeville North receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight excellent staff, strong curriculum, personalized learning approaches, and safe facilities. Multiple families report their children have made significant developmental and academic progress during their time at the center.
Club House Childcare And Preschool (The)
16105 Cedar Ave S, Lakeville, MN
Parents highlight the center's excellence in providing safe, play-based early education, with specific praise for staff diligence regarding severe food allergies and the positive developmental changes observed in children. Reviewers appreciate the clean environment, welcoming staff, and the center's ability to build confidence and social skills in young learners.
Tutor Time Of Lakeville
9475 176th St W, Lakeville, MN
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time of Lakeville for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and parents appreciate the educational activities, clean facilities, and daily communication through the app. Multiple families report long-term enrollment spanning years, indicating high satisfaction.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Lakeville, Minnesota
There are 13 child daycare & preschools in Lakeville, Minnesota, making up 93% of the 14 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.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Lakeville have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 86% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 145 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Lakeville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Four Square Preschool & Daycare in Lakeville receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the staff's care, professionalism, and compassion. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, quality curriculum, cleanliness, and strong communication with families. Children show visible happiness and developmental growth, with staff noted for patience in helping with transitions and adjustments.
- Address
- 17671 Glacier Way, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 891-5437
Parents consistently praise Windy Willow for its nurturing, hands-on approach to early childhood education using the Reggio Emilia and nature-based learning methods. Staff are described as warm, dedicated, and genuinely invested in each child's development, creating a family-like community atmosphere. Children reportedly thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with lasting positive impacts extending into elementary school.
- Address
- 20855 Kensington Blvd, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 469-6140
Celebration Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff, enriching curriculum, and welcoming environment where children thrive both academically and emotionally.
- Address
- 16655 Kenyon Ave, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 898-5784
Primrose School of Lakeville North receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight excellent staff, strong curriculum, personalized learning approaches, and safe facilities. Multiple families report their children have made significant developmental and academic progress during their time at the center.
- Address
- 9711 163rd Street West, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 435-8885
Parents highlight the center's excellence in providing safe, play-based early education, with specific praise for staff diligence regarding severe food allergies and the positive developmental changes observed in children. Reviewers appreciate the clean environment, welcoming staff, and the center's ability to build confidence and social skills in young learners.
- Address
- 16105 Cedar Ave S, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 469-4102
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time of Lakeville for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and parents appreciate the educational activities, clean facilities, and daily communication through the app. Multiple families report long-term enrollment spanning years, indicating high satisfaction.
- Address
- 9475 176th St W, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 898-0555
New Horizon Academy in Lakeville receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, individualized attention to children's needs, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center is recognized for fostering social and language development while maintaining a nurturing, welcoming environment.
- Address
- 9085 203rd St W, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 469-6659
New Horizon Academy receives unanimous 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, developmental progress, and a sense of community. The center is particularly noted for excellent infant care and responsive leadership.
- Address
- 7802 W 175th St, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 953-0555
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Lakeville for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly thrive and enjoy attending daily, with parents appreciating transparent communication, cleanliness, and the app for daily updates. The center is particularly noted as accommodating for children with varying needs.
- Address
- 17455 Kenrick Ave., Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 898-1200
- Address
- 19795 Holyoke Ave, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 985-9936
One parent reports that their daughter enjoyed attending HOSANNA! PRESCHOOL in Lakeville, Minnesota, giving the center-based program a top rating. The limited feedback highlights a positive experience but does not provide broader insights into daily operations or staff interactions.
- Address
- 9600 163rd St W, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 435-3080
Anna's Bananas Daycare & Preschool in Lakeville has received exclusively positive reviews from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, strong curriculum, and excellent communication through the Daily Connect app. Children show notable developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending.
- Address
- 6700 160th St W, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 683-9200
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Lakeville for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational focus. Multiple long-term families (5+ years) highlight excellent communication, child development support, and a welcoming family-like environment. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no negative feedback.
- Address
- 17420 Dodd Blvd, Lakeville, MN
- Phone
- (952) 469-6005
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