Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Saint Paul, MN
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, Minnesota at a glance
- Programs
- 69
- Avg rating
- 4.54/5
- Parent reviews
- 492
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 30
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.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Saint Paul
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.
- 1Jean Lyle Children'S Center4.8 score5(20)
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.
Exceptional teacher-to-student ratiosexperienced and consistent staff with low turnoverplay-based learning approachstrong socio-emotional development focus - 2Macalester Plymouth Preschool4.8 score5(20)
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.
Warm and welcoming staffpersonalized attention to individual children's needsplay-based learning approachcreative curriculum blending art music science and cultural awareness - 3Edgcumbe Montessori & Day Care4.72 score5(13)
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.
Warm and caring staffMontessori/nature-based curriculumextensive outdoor play area (2 acres)responsive director and owners - 4Community Child Care Center4.58 score5(7)
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.
caring and attentive teachers and staffdiverse community representing 14 languageswell-planned educational activitieslarge outdoor playground - 5Macdonald Montessori School4.56 score4.7(20)
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.
Caring and trained teacherslow staff turnoverMontessori teaching approachclean and well-organized facility - 6
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.
Experienced and caring staff with strong German language skillsGerman immersion program with natural language acquisitionextensive outdoor playtime and neighborhood adventureshands-on activities including art and music - 7Children'S Center Montessori School (The)4.55 score4.8(11)
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.
Caring and attentive staffstrong academic preparation for kindergartenMontessori program qualitynurturing environment - 8Faithful Beginnings At St Marks Catholic School4.53 score4.7(16)
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.
Kind and patient teachersflexible schedulingabundant playtimefaith-based education - 9Little School INC (The)4.35 score4.7(5)
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.
Experienced and caring teachers with low turnoverexceptional teacher-to-child ratios (3 infants4 toddlers per group)creative curriculum and activities - 10All Ages & Faces Academy4.28 score4.4(11)
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.
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Rating Distribution
Based on 46 daycares with Google ratings in Saint Paul
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 492 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Saint Paul, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
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 |
Facility Sizes
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
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Saint Paul based on parent reviews
Jean Lyle Children'S Center
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.
Macalester Plymouth Preschool
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.
Edgcumbe Montessori & Day Care
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.
Community Child Care Center
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.
Kinderstube German Immersion Preschool Germanic American Institute
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.
Children'S Center Montessori School (The)
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.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Saint Paul, Minnesota
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.
All Child Daycare & Preschools in Saint Paul
Showing 69 results
- Address
- 433 Cleveland, Saint Paul, MN
- Phone
- (651) 690-0590
- Address
- 1459 Jefferson Ave, Saint Paul, MN
- Phone
- (651) 695-1566
- Address
- 2004 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, MN
- Phone
- (651) 690-6608
The reviews provided are for Progressive Baptist Church, not the Progressive Early Childhood Education Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.
- Address
- 1505 Burns Ave, Saint Paul, MN
- Phone
- (651) 774-5503
New Horizon Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and nurturing staff, personalized attention to children's needs, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center is described as creating a welcoming, family-like environment that makes transitions to daycare easier for both children and parents.
- Address
- 1385 Conway Street, Saint Paul, MN
- Phone
- (651) 778-9441
Sonshine Learning Center Luther receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the loving, nurturing environment and strong teacher-child relationships. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, good communication, and developmental support their children received, with many citing it as rare and exceptional. The center is noted for affordability, inclusion of children with disabilities, and a strong community feel that extends to parents.
- Address
- 1570 Eustis St, Saint Paul, MN
- Phone
- (651) 756-1530
New Horizon Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and stable staff, strong communication, and genuine investment in children's development and well-being across all age groups from infants through pre-K.
- Address
- 1295 Rice Street, Saint Paul, MN
- Phone
- (651) 488-6085
New Horizon Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the welcoming, friendly staff and strong leadership, particularly directors Abby and Vanessa. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, engagement, and developmental progress, along with excellent communication through the ProCare app and personalized family care.
- Address
- 2204 Lower Afton Rd, Saint Paul, MN
- Phone
- (651) 735-7311
- Address
- 1770 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN
- Phone
- (651) 690-2255
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- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Minnesota)
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