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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Little Falls, MN

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Little Falls. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Little Falls, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Little Falls offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.6/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Little Falls

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.

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    Little Falls Head Start
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    501 Lemieur St, Little Falls, MN · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 58 children

    Little Falls Head Start receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff consistently praised for being friendly, attentive, and supportive. Parents highlight the quality of child development and skill-building provided. One parent noted room for improvement in communication, though they appreciated the center's helpfulness with county services.

    Attentive staffchild development focusfriendly and welcoming atmospherehelpful with family services

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Little Falls

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Little Falls, based on parent reviews

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Little Falls (32–81 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Little Falls, Minnesota

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Little Falls, Minnesota, making up 67% of the 3 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 Little Falls have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Little Falls, 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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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Little Falls, Minnesota, out of 3 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Little Falls have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Little Falls, 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
Little Falls offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Little Falls for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Little Falls 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.