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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Orono, MN

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Orono. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Orono, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
16
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Orono offers 1 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 Orono

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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    Creative Kids Academy INC
    4.46 score
    4.6(16)

    2180 North Shore Dr, Orono, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

    Creative Kids Academy - Orono receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong leadership, nurturing environment, and comprehensive curriculum as reasons they chose to stay or recommend the facility to others.

    Outstanding and nurturing staffstrong leadership (directors Amber and Sarah)clean and well-maintained facilityage-appropriate activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Orono

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Orono (88–88 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Orono based on parent reviews

Creative Kids Academy INC

4.6(16)

2180 North Shore Dr, Orono, MN

Creative Kids Academy - Orono receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong leadership, nurturing environment, and comprehensive curriculum as reasons they chose to stay or recommend the facility to others.

Outstanding and nurturing staffstrong leadership (directors Amber and Sarah)clean and well-maintained facility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Orono, Minnesota

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Orono, Minnesota. 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 Orono have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 16 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Orono, 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 Orono

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Creative Kids Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Creative Kids Academy - Orono receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong leadership, nurturing environment, and comprehensive curriculum as reasons they chose to stay or recommend the facility to others.

Outstanding and nurturing staffstrong leadership (directors Amber and Sarah)clean and well-maintained facility
Address
2180 North Shore Dr, Orono, MN
Phone
(952) 473-1225

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Orono, Minnesota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Orono 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 Orono, 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
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 Orono for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Orono 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.