How do I choose the right daycare in Owatonna?

When choosing a daycare in Owatonna, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Owatonna, Minnesota (7 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Owatonna?

Owatonna offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Minnesota?

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 Owatonna for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Owatonna

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.

Wee Pals Child Care Center

4.16 score

4.2(19)

560 Dunnell Dr, Owatonna, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

Parents consistently praise Wee Pals Child Care Center for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming family atmosphere. The facility offers diverse learning activities, strong communication with parents, and smooth transitions between age groups. Children reportedly love attending and parents feel confident in their child's safety and development.

Caring and engaging staffexcellent daily communicationsmooth room transitionsdiverse activities and field trips

Cedar Kids

3.6 score

3.4(10)

2429 N Cedar Ave, Owatonna, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 154 children

Cedar Kids receives highly polarized reviews with five 5-star ratings praising staff warmth, communication, and child development, and five 1-star ratings citing safety concerns, high costs, and general dissatisfaction. Positive reviewers highlight patient staff, strong parent-teacher relationships, and welcoming environment, while negative reviewers raise serious safety issues without providing specific details.

Patient and compassionate staffstrong communication with parentswelcoming environmentage-appropriate learning with emphasis on play

Kid'S Korner Educare

3.49 score

3.2(9)

600 Florence Ave, Owatonna, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 260 children

Kid's Korner Educare receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational programs, and long-term positive experiences, with several families having attended for years. However, a small number of parents report concerns about the facility's ability to support children with additional needs and management responsiveness.

caring and well-trained staffstrong educational curriculumwelcoming environmentgood preparation for elementary school

Child Daycare & Preschools in Owatonna, Minnesota

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Owatonna, Minnesota, making up 78% of the 9 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 Owatonna, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Owatonna, Minnesota, out of 9 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 Owatonna, 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

Owatonna offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 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 Owatonna for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Owatonna 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.

7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Owatonna, Minnesota

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Owatonna

Top Rated

Trinity Nursery School

Wee Pals Child Care Center

Cedar Kids

Kid'S Korner Educare

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Daycare types in Owatonna