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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Mendota Heights, MN

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

Mendota Heights, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
24
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Mendota Heights has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 24 parent reviews averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mendota Heights

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'S Country Day School
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    1588 S Victoria Rd, Mendota Heights, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Parents consistently praise Children's Country Day School for its engaging outdoor environment, caring staff, and animal interactions. The facility offers excellent grounds, ample playground space, and regular communication with families. One parent noted limited operating hours and higher tuition as trade-offs for the quality experience.

    Outdoor play and nature learninganimal interactionsqualified and caring staffspacious grounds with varied playground equipment

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Mendota Heights

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 Mendota Heights, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Mendota Heights (40–136 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mendota Heights based on parent reviews

Children'S Country Day School

5(5)

1588 S Victoria Rd, Mendota Heights, MN

Parents consistently praise Children's Country Day School for its engaging outdoor environment, caring staff, and animal interactions. The facility offers excellent grounds, ample playground space, and regular communication with families. One parent noted limited operating hours and higher tuition as trade-offs for the quality experience.

Outdoor play and nature learninganimal interactionsqualified and caring staff

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Daycare types in Mendota Heights

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Mendota Heights, Minnesota

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Mendota Heights, 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 Mendota Heights have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 24 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Mendota Heights, 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 Mendota Heights

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Children'S Country Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Children's Country Day School for its engaging outdoor environment, caring staff, and animal interactions. The facility offers excellent grounds, ample playground space, and regular communication with families. One parent noted limited operating hours and higher tuition as trade-offs for the quality experience.

Outdoor play and nature learninganimal interactionsqualified and caring staff
Address
1588 S Victoria Rd, Mendota Heights, MN
Phone
(651) 454-4000
Convent Of The Visitation School-Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2455 Visitation Dr, Mendota Heights, MN
Phone
(651) 683-1700

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mendota Heights, 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 Mendota Heights have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Mendota Heights, 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
Mendota Heights offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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 Mendota Heights for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mendota Heights 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.