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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Marshall, MN

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Marshall. Average rating: 4.87/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Marshall, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.87/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Marshall offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.87/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 56258 zip code, averaging 4.87 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marshall

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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    St Stephen Preschool
    4.39 score
    4.6(9)

    1301 S 4th St, Marshall, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    St Stephen Preschool in Marshall, Minnesota is a church-based center that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community atmosphere, pastoral leadership, and openness to hosting outside groups and recovery meetings. One reviewer noted they would not return for worship services.

    friendly staffwelcoming communityaccommodating to outside groupsgood pastoral leadership

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Marshall

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Marshall, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.87avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Marshall zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
562586
4.87
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Marshall (20–55 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Marshall based on parent reviews

St Stephen Preschool

4.6(9)

1301 S 4th St, Marshall, MN

St Stephen Preschool in Marshall, Minnesota is a church-based center that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community atmosphere, pastoral leadership, and openness to hosting outside groups and recovery meetings. One reviewer noted they would not return for worship services.

friendly staffwelcoming communityaccommodating to outside groups

Southwest Minnesota State University Child Day Care Center

5(1)

1502 Birch St, Marshall, MN

One parent highlights the friendly staff and notes that children enjoy attending the center. The single review provided offers a positive perspective without detailing specific operational aspects or complaints.

friendly staffchildren enjoy the center

Stepping Stones Childcare & Preschool LLC

5

550 S 4th St, Marshall, MN

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Daycare types in Marshall

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Marshall, Minnesota

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Marshall, Minnesota, making up 67% of the 6 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 Marshall have an average rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.87 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Marshall, 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 Marshall

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Southwest Minnesota State University Child Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the friendly staff and notes that children enjoy attending the center. The single review provided offers a positive perspective without detailing specific operational aspects or complaints.

friendly staffchildren enjoy the center
Address
1502 Birch St, Marshall, MN
Phone
(507) 537-6014
Stepping Stones Childcare & Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
550 S 4th St, Marshall, MN
Phone
(507) 530-6044
St Stephen Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

St Stephen Preschool in Marshall, Minnesota is a church-based center that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community atmosphere, pastoral leadership, and openness to hosting outside groups and recovery meetings. One reviewer noted they would not return for worship services.

friendly staffwelcoming communityaccommodating to outside groups
Address
1301 S 4th St, Marshall, MN
Phone
(507) 537-1516
Wee Care Preschool Of Marshall, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
501 S Whitney, Marshall, MN
Phone
(507) 532-6642

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Marshall, Minnesota, out of 6 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 Marshall have an average Google rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Marshall, 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
Marshall offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Marshall for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Marshall 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.