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7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Oakdale, Minnesota

Browse all 7 child daycare & preschools in Oakdale, Minnesota. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oakdale

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
    Paidea Child Development Center
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    949 Geneva Ave, Oakdale, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children

    Parents consistently praise Paidea for its warm, community-focused environment and long-tenured, highly dedicated staff. The center emphasizes emotional intelligence and social-emotional development alongside enriching curriculum and activities. Multiple parents report their children's attitudes toward daycare transformed positively after enrolling, and highlight the director Sarah's involvement and parenting support.

    Caring and experienced staff with low turnoverstrong focus on emotional intelligence and life skills developmentexcellent parent-teacher communicationcommunity building through parent events and involvement opportunities
  2. 2
    Carol Matheys Center For Children & Families
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    6060 43rd St N, Oakdale, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Carol Matheys Center for Children & Families receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising the caring, professional staff and small class sizes that enable individual attention and child development. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with low staff turnover creating a stable, family-like environment. The center is particularly noted for its Transition Kindergarten program and Treasured Tykes infant/toddler program.

    Caring and professional staffsmall class sizesindividual attentionstrong academic and social skill development

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Oakdale based on parent reviews

Paidea Child Development Center

5(20)

949 Geneva Ave, Oakdale, MN

Parents consistently praise Paidea for its warm, community-focused environment and long-tenured, highly dedicated staff. The center emphasizes emotional intelligence and social-emotional development alongside enriching curriculum and activities. Multiple parents report their children's attitudes toward daycare transformed positively after enrolling, and highlight the director Sarah's involvement and parenting support.

Caring and experienced staff with low turnoverstrong focus on emotional intelligence and life skills developmentexcellent parent-teacher communication

Carol Matheys Center For Children & Families

4.7(10)

6060 43rd St N, Oakdale, MN

Carol Matheys Center for Children & Families receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising the caring, professional staff and small class sizes that enable individual attention and child development. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with low staff turnover creating a stable, family-like environment. The center is particularly noted for its Transition Kindergarten program and Treasured Tykes infant/toddler program.

Caring and professional staffsmall class sizesindividual attention

Little Angels Christian Preschool

5(1)

8260 4th Street No, Oakdale, MN

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Oakdale, Minnesota

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Oakdale, Minnesota, making up 88% of the 8 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.

When choosing a daycare in Oakdale, 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 Oakdale

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Little Angels Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8260 4th Street No, Oakdale, MN
Phone
(651) 730-7450
Paidea Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Paidea for its warm, community-focused environment and long-tenured, highly dedicated staff. The center emphasizes emotional intelligence and social-emotional development alongside enriching curriculum and activities. Multiple parents report their children's attitudes toward daycare transformed positively after enrolling, and highlight the director Sarah's involvement and parenting support.

Caring and experienced staff with low turnoverstrong focus on emotional intelligence and life skills developmentexcellent parent-teacher communication
Address
949 Geneva Ave, Oakdale, MN
Phone
(651) 714-8646
Carol Matheys Center For Children & Families
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Carol Matheys Center for Children & Families receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising the caring, professional staff and small class sizes that enable individual attention and child development. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with low staff turnover creating a stable, family-like environment. The center is particularly noted for its Transition Kindergarten program and Treasured Tykes infant/toddler program.

Caring and professional staffsmall class sizesindividual attention
Address
6060 43rd St N, Oakdale, MN
Phone
(651) 777-6668
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Oakdale has received 10 five-star reviews with parents consistently praising the caring staff, strong communication, and individualized attention to children. Parents highlight the professionalism of leadership (particularly Director Sarah) and the welcoming environment that has earned their trust and loyalty.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication via app and in-personDirector Sarah's leadership and support
Address
7380 10th St N, Oakdale, MN
Phone
(651) 735-3711
Faithful Beginnings At Transfiguration Catholic Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6135 15th St N, Oakdale, MN
Phone
(651) 501-2220
Miniapple International Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools

Miniapple International Montessori in Oakdale receives overwhelmingly positive reviews for its Montessori curriculum, caring staff, and focus on social-emotional development alongside academics. Most parents report their children thrive, are well-prepared for kindergarten, and feel the school is a second home. However, a small number of parents experienced feeling socially excluded and report the school may not be welcoming to families outside a certain socioeconomic profile

Address
780 Helmo Ave, Oakdale, MN
Phone
(651) 739-6275
Little Minds Learning Center Woodbury LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
470 Imperial Ave N, Oakdale, MN
Phone
(651) 493-9247

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Oakdale, Minnesota, out of 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Oakdale, 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
Oakdale offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 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 Oakdale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Oakdale 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.