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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Saint Peter, MN

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Saint Peter. Average rating: 3.83/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Saint Peter, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
3.83/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Saint Peter offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 3.83/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Saint Peter

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
    St Peter Community Childcare Center INC
    4.47 score
    4.8(7)

    600 South 5th St, Saint Peter, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    St Peter Community Childcare Center receives consistently high ratings for being a welcoming facility with good resources and amenities. Parents appreciate the space, library, and recreational facilities available. Limited parking is the primary concern mentioned by multiple reviewers.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Saint Peter

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Saint Peter, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.75avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

2avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Saint Peter (20–157 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Saint Peter based on parent reviews

St Peter Community Childcare Center INC

4.8(7)

600 South 5th St, Saint Peter, MN

St Peter Community Childcare Center receives consistently high ratings for being a welcoming facility with good resources and amenities. Parents appreciate the space, library, and recreational facilities available. Limited parking is the primary concern mentioned by multiple reviewers.

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Kids Corner Child Care Center

4.7(1)

600 S 5th St, Box 106a, Saint Peter, MN

One parent highlights the center's affordable pricing and friendly staff, noting a welcoming environment with engaging art projects. The facility also features enhanced safety measures, including auto-lock doors with key fobs and cameras, which the reviewer appreciates for their infant room experience.

affordable pricingfriendly staffwelcoming environment

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Daycare types in Saint Peter

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Saint Peter, Minnesota

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Saint Peter, Minnesota, making up 75% of the 4 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Saint Peter have an average rating of 3.83 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.75 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Saint Peter, 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 Peter

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St Peter Community Childcare Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

St Peter Community Childcare Center receives consistently high ratings for being a welcoming facility with good resources and amenities. Parents appreciate the space, library, and recreational facilities available. Limited parking is the primary concern mentioned by multiple reviewers.

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Address
600 South 5th St, Saint Peter, MN
Phone
(507) 934-3606
Kids Corner Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

One parent highlights the center's affordable pricing and friendly staff, noting a welcoming environment with engaging art projects. The facility also features enhanced safety measures, including auto-lock doors with key fobs and cameras, which the reviewer appreciates for their infant room experience.

affordable pricingfriendly staffwelcoming environment
Address
600 S 5th St, Box 106a, Saint Peter, MN
Phone
(507) 934-1002
St Peter Community Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1616 W Jefferson Ave, Saint Peter, MN
Phone
(507) 934-3606

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Saint Peter, Minnesota, out of 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Saint Peter have an average Google rating of 3.83 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Saint Peter, 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
Saint Peter offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Saint Peter for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Saint Peter 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.