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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Wayzata, MN

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Wayzata. Average rating: 4.77/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Wayzata, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.77/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Wayzata offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.77/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 55391 zip code, averaging 4.77 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wayzata

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
    Shoreline Early Childhood Development Center
    4.15 score
    4.3(5)

    3745 Shoreline Dr, Wayzata, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 81 children

    Shoreline Early Childhood Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current and former families, who praise the caring staff, small family-friendly environment, and quality educational programming. One prospective parent reported difficulty reaching the director and poor responsiveness to enrollment inquiries. The center appears to operate at or near capacity based on word-of-mouth referrals.

    Caring and kind staffsmall family-friendly environmentquality learning experiencesinclusive practices

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Wayzata

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Wayzata, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.65avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Wayzata zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
553916
4.77
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Wayzata (20–116 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Wayzata based on parent reviews

Step By Step Montessori Of Wayzata

5(1)

15300 Wayzata Blvd, Wayzata, MN

One parent reports that Step By Step Montessori of Wayza provides high-quality care and academic preparation, with children developing reading and writing skills early. The reviewer highlights a loving, calm environment and strong teacher-student relationships, noting that staff have long tenure and engage parents in detailed daily updates. While the center is small, it is described as making effective use of its space with ample Montessori materials and supplemental activities.

Academic preparation for kindergartenloving and calm environmentteacher-student relationships

Shoreline Early Childhood Development Center

4.3(5)

3745 Shoreline Dr, Wayzata, MN

Shoreline Early Childhood Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current and former families, who praise the caring staff, small family-friendly environment, and quality educational programming. One prospective parent reported difficulty reaching the director and poor responsiveness to enrollment inquiries. The center appears to operate at or near capacity based on word-of-mouth referrals.

Caring and kind staffsmall family-friendly environmentquality learning experiences

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Daycare types in Wayzata

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Wayzata, Minnesota

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Wayzata, Minnesota, making up 67% of the 6 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 Wayzata have an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Wayzata, 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 Wayzata

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Step By Step Montessori Of Wayzata
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that Step By Step Montessori of Wayza provides high-quality care and academic preparation, with children developing reading and writing skills early. The reviewer highlights a loving, calm environment and strong teacher-student relationships, noting that staff have long tenure and engage parents in detailed daily updates. While the center is small, it is described as making effective use of its space with ample Montessori materials and supplemental activities.

Academic preparation for kindergartenloving and calm environmentteacher-student relationships
Address
15300 Wayzata Blvd, Wayzata, MN
Phone
(952) 476-0240
Shoreline Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Shoreline Early Childhood Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current and former families, who praise the caring staff, small family-friendly environment, and quality educational programming. One prospective parent reported difficulty reaching the director and poor responsiveness to enrollment inquiries. The center appears to operate at or near capacity based on word-of-mouth referrals.

Caring and kind staffsmall family-friendly environmentquality learning experiences
Address
3745 Shoreline Dr, Wayzata, MN
Phone
(952) 471-8541
Minnetonka Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3121 Groveland School Rd, Wayzata, MN
Phone
(952) 473-7665
Redeemer Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
115 W Wayzata Blvd, Wayzata, MN
Phone
(952) 473-5356

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Wayzata, Minnesota, out of 6 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 Wayzata have an average Google rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Wayzata, 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
Wayzata offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Wayzata for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wayzata 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.