
Compare 69 child daycare & preschools in Saint Paul. Average rating: 4.54/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Saint Paul has 69 licensed child daycare & preschools with 492 parent reviews averaging 4.54/5.30 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 65% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 55108 (avg 5 stars), while 55104 has the largest selection (17 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
130 N Howell St, Saint Paul, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
Jean Lyle Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff, small teacher-to-student ratios, and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight strong socio-emotional development, enriching activities (art, field trips, performances), and a welcoming community as transformative experiences for their children.
1658 Lincoln Ave, Saint Paul, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children
Parents consistently praise Macalester Plymouth Preschool for its warm, caring staff and play-based curriculum that fosters a love of learning. The school is noted for personalized attention to each child, creative weekly themes, and a strong sense of community. Multiple families with multiple children have enrolled, indicating high satisfaction and trust.
2149 Edgcumbe Rd, Saint Paul, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Edgcumbe Montessori & Day Care in Saint Paul receives perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, Montessori approach, extensive outdoor space (2 acres), and responsive leadership. Children show strong developmental growth and parents report high satisfaction with the facility's quality care and reasonable pricing.
1250 Fifield Ave, Saint Paul, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Community Child Care Center in Saint Paul receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, diverse and inclusive community, well-planned developmental activities, and welcoming environment that helps children thrive emotionally and academically.
175 S Western Ave, Saint Paul, MN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 188 children
Parents consistently praise MacDonald Montessori for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who are invested in children's growth and happiness. The Montessori approach encourages independence and curiosity, and families report excellent communication and flexible support. Children show enthusiasm for school and thrive in the well-organized, engaging classrooms.
301 Summit Ave, Saint Paul, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Kinderstube is highly praised as an exceptional German immersion preschool with long-tenured, dedicated staff who create a warm, child-focused environment. Parents consistently highlight the quality of German language instruction, outdoor play, social-emotional development, and calm Montessori-inspired approach that keeps children engaged and happy.
1536 Minnehaha Ave W, Saint Paul, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Parents overwhelmingly praise Children's Center Montessori School for its caring, attentive staff and high-quality Montessori curriculum. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, forming lasting friendships and developing strong foundational skills for kindergarten and beyond. Multiple parents describe the school as a warm, nurturing community that feels like a second family.
1983 Dayton Ave, Saint Paul, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Parents praise Faithful Beginnings at St. Mark's Catholic School for its caring, invested teachers and nurturing environment. Children are excited to attend and parents appreciate the flexible scheduling, faith-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. The school is noted for academic rigor and character development.
1795 Ford Pkwy, Saint Paul, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children
The Little School receives consistently high praise from parents for its exceptional teachers, small class ratios, and creative, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff and strong developmental support. One parent noted the facility doesn't accept childcare subsidies, which limits accessibility for some families.
580 Fuller Ave, Saint Paul, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
All Ages & Faces Academy in Saint Paul receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication, and educational development of their children. Parents consistently highlight specific teachers by name and express high satisfaction with their children's growth and happiness. A few parents noted occasional inconsistencies in staff approach to toddler behavior management but remain satisfied overall.
Based on 46 daycares with Google ratings in Saint Paul
Top qualities mentioned across 492 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Saint Paul, based on parent reviews
Saint Paul zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55108 | 5 | 5 | 3 | |
| 55105 | 10 | 4.8 | 2 | |
| 55116 | 8 | 4.58 | 3 | |
| 55102 | 9 | 4.58 | 3 | |
| 55106 | 8 | 4.5 | 3 | |
| 55104 | 17 | 4.47 | 8 | |
| 55119 | 6 | 4.3 | 2 | |
| 55101 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Saint Paul (20–206 children)
Small
up to 30 children
11
Medium
31–75 children
35
Large
76–150 children
29
Very Large
150+ children
4
Highest rated daycares in Saint Paul based on parent reviews
130 N Howell St, Saint Paul, MN
Jean Lyle Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff, small teacher-to-student ratios, and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight strong socio-emotional development, enriching activities (art, field trips, performances), and a welcoming community as transformative experiences for their children.
1658 Lincoln Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Parents consistently praise Macalester Plymouth Preschool for its warm, caring staff and play-based curriculum that fosters a love of learning. The school is noted for personalized attention to each child, creative weekly themes, and a strong sense of community. Multiple families with multiple children have enrolled, indicating high satisfaction and trust.
2149 Edgcumbe Rd, Saint Paul, MN
Edgcumbe Montessori & Day Care in Saint Paul receives perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, Montessori approach, extensive outdoor space (2 acres), and responsive leadership. Children show strong developmental growth and parents report high satisfaction with the facility's quality care and reasonable pricing.
1250 Fifield Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Community Child Care Center in Saint Paul receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, diverse and inclusive community, well-planned developmental activities, and welcoming environment that helps children thrive emotionally and academically.
301 Summit Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Kinderstube is highly praised as an exceptional German immersion preschool with long-tenured, dedicated staff who create a warm, child-focused environment. Parents consistently highlight the quality of German language instruction, outdoor play, social-emotional development, and calm Montessori-inspired approach that keeps children engaged and happy.
1536 Minnehaha Ave W, Saint Paul, MN
Parents overwhelmingly praise Children's Center Montessori School for its caring, attentive staff and high-quality Montessori curriculum. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, forming lasting friendships and developing strong foundational skills for kindergarten and beyond. Multiple parents describe the school as a warm, nurturing community that feels like a second family.
Saint Paul offers a robust selection of 69 childcare and preschool facilities, catering to diverse parenting needs and schedules. Parents consistently highlight reasonable pricing, clean environments, and strong communication as key strengths in their choice of provider. The directory also highlights specific neighborhoods, such as the 55108 zip code, which stands out for its consistent high performance across multiple local centers.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Saint Paul have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 across 46 rated facilities, with 65% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 492 parent reviews. Parents in Saint Paul most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, reasonable pricing, and excellent communication with parents.
When choosing a daycare in Saint Paul, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Community Child Care Center in Saint Paul receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, diverse and inclusive community, well-planned developmental activities, and welcoming environment that helps children thrive emotionally and academically.
Edgcumbe Montessori & Day Care in Saint Paul receives perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, Montessori approach, extensive outdoor space (2 acres), and responsive leadership. Children show strong developmental growth and parents report high satisfaction with the facility's quality care and reasonable pricing.
A small Saint Paul center with a Christian focus receives praise for its loving staff, low teacher-to-child ratios, and affordable pricing. Parents highlight the strong community feel, daily outdoor activities, and engaging educational programming.
Jean Lyle Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff, small teacher-to-student ratios, and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight strong socio-emotional development, enriching activities (art, field trips, performances), and a welcoming community as transformative experiences for their children.
One parent describes YANYO CHILDCARE CENTER INC as a good place with friendly employees.
Parents consistently praise Macalester Plymouth Preschool for its warm, caring staff and play-based curriculum that fosters a love of learning. The school is noted for personalized attention to each child, creative weekly themes, and a strong sense of community. Multiple families with multiple children have enrolled, indicating high satisfaction and trust.
Reviewers highlight exceptional, caring educators who foster child development through engaging arts, music, and outdoor activities. While families appreciate the supportive community and authentic care, some note that tuition is on the higher side and require parents to supply their own diapers and wipes.
Parents highlight the center's strong academic preparation and family-oriented atmosphere, noting that teachers effectively support children with special needs like ADHD. Reviewers appreciate the staff's patience, regular communication, and proactive engagement with families through conferences and progress reports.
Parents highlight the school's caring and creative teachers, noting that it fosters confidence, curiosity, and lifelong friendships through engaging activities like art shows. One parent who attended as a child praises the current staff for maintaining a joyful and welcoming atmosphere.
One parent describes the Bright Start Child Care Center as a great place for their child. The limited feedback currently available highlights a positive experience, though no specific details regarding staff, curriculum, or facilities are provided in the review.
One parent describes the center as the best child care available, while another notes they love the experience at this location. The limited feedback provided is entirely positive with no complaints noted.
Parents describe this center as a welcoming, family-oriented environment that prioritizes clean facilities and high-quality, real food. Reviewers highlight the staff's flexibility with schedules and late arrivals, noting that the atmosphere is supportive and inclusive for children of all backgrounds.
One parent describes COMO PARK LANGUAGE & ARTS PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE CENTER as a great place for children to grow, play, and learn. The reviewer highlights the quality of the staff, noting they are some of the most amazing teachers.
Kinderstube is highly praised as an exceptional German immersion preschool with long-tenured, dedicated staff who create a warm, child-focused environment. Parents consistently highlight the quality of German language instruction, outdoor play, social-emotional development, and calm Montessori-inspired approach that keeps children engaged and happy.
Parents overwhelmingly praise Children's Center Montessori School for its caring, attentive staff and high-quality Montessori curriculum. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, forming lasting friendships and developing strong foundational skills for kindergarten and beyond. Multiple parents describe the school as a warm, nurturing community that feels like a second family.
Parents highlight the center's NAEYC accreditation, four-star quality rating, and loving, individualized staff who effectively collaborate with early intervention services. Reviewers also appreciate the connection to community resources and the availability of 'The Den,' a dedicated parent space.
The Little School receives consistently high praise from parents for its exceptional teachers, small class ratios, and creative, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff and strong developmental support. One parent noted the facility doesn't accept childcare subsidies, which limits accessibility for some families.
Parents praise Faithful Beginnings at St. Mark's Catholic School for its caring, invested teachers and nurturing environment. Children are excited to attend and parents appreciate the flexible scheduling, faith-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. The school is noted for academic rigor and character development.
Parents report positive experiences with attentive and knowledgeable staff, with one teacher specifically noted as making a significant difference. However, a single review highlights concerns regarding communication and boundary management, specifically citing an incident involving children kissing that was not immediately reported to parents.
Kids Garden Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the clean facility, caring staff, age-appropriate activities, and inclusive curriculum. Parents highlight the professional administration, strong communication, and safe environment. One review raises concerns about fraud investigations at the facility.
Nativity Early Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the attentive staff, strong teacher-to-student ratios, low turnover, curriculum quality, and caring approach to child development. However, one parent reported a negative experience with a teacher's communication style that negatively impacted their child.
All Ages & Faces Academy in Saint Paul receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication, and educational development of their children. Parents consistently highlight specific teachers by name and express high satisfaction with their children's growth and happiness. A few parents noted occasional inconsistencies in staff approach to toddler behavior management but remain satisfied overall.
Parents praise Hallie Q Brown Early Learning Center for exceptional staff dedication and community support. The center is recognized for going beyond childcare to provide essential services including food assistance, school supplies, and coats to families in need. Staff are described as caring, warm-hearted, and respectful.
Parents consistently praise Sandcastle Child Care Center for its caring, attentive staff who form genuine relationships with children and maintain excellent communication with families. The center offers reasonable pricing, strong educational programming, and a welcoming environment where children are excited to attend. Multiple families have used the facility for several years and recommend it highly.
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