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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Willmar, MN

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Willmar. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Willmar, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Willmar offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 4.3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Willmar

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
    Stay N Play Child Care INC Dba Stay N Play Child Care Minn West
    3.36 score
    2.9(7)

    1707 18th St Ne, Willmar, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    Stay N Play receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring, patient staff who foster child development and engagement in learning activities. Negative reviews cite concerns about health screening practices, billing issues, disorganization, and leadership accountability.

    Caring and patient staffchild development and growthengaging learning activitiesfield trips

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Willmar

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Willmar zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
562016
4.3
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Willmar (20–92 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Willmar based on parent reviews

Childrens Corner Early Learning Center

5(1)

3821 Abbott Dr, Rm 101, Willmar, MN

Redeemer Lutheran Preschool

4.3(2)

1401 Sw 6th St, Willmar, MN

One parent reports that their daughter thoroughly enjoys the program, highlighting the faith-based curriculum and engaging field trips as key benefits. Another reviewer expresses general satisfaction with the church itself, though specific childcare details are not provided.

faith-based curriculumchallenging kindergarten preparationwonderful teachers

Loving Arms Child Care Center

5

1101 Sw Willmar Ave, Willmar, MN

Stay N Play Child Care INC Dba Stay N Play Child Care Minn West

2.9(7)

1707 18th St Ne, Willmar, MN

Stay N Play receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring, patient staff who foster child development and engagement in learning activities. Negative reviews cite concerns about health screening practices, billing issues, disorganization, and leadership accountability.

Caring and patient staffchild development and growthengaging learning activities

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Daycare types in Willmar

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Willmar, Minnesota

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Willmar, Minnesota, making up 83% 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 Willmar have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Willmar, 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 Willmar

Showing 5 results

Loving Arms Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1101 Sw Willmar Ave, Willmar, MN
Phone
(320) 235-7271
Childrens Corner Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3821 Abbott Dr, Rm 101, Willmar, MN
Phone
(320) 235-2529
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent reports that their daughter thoroughly enjoys the program, highlighting the faith-based curriculum and engaging field trips as key benefits. Another reviewer expresses general satisfaction with the church itself, though specific childcare details are not provided.

faith-based curriculumchallenging kindergarten preparationwonderful teachers
Address
1401 Sw 6th St, Willmar, MN
Phone
(320) 235-4685
Stay N Play Child Care INC Dba Stay N Play Child Care Minn West
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Stay N Play receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring, patient staff who foster child development and engagement in learning activities. Negative reviews cite concerns about health screening practices, billing issues, disorganization, and leadership accountability.

Caring and patient staffchild development and growthengaging learning activities
Address
1707 18th St Ne, Willmar, MN
Phone
(320) 222-3084
Eagles Nest Child Care Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1300 19th Ave Sw, Willmar, MN
Phone
(320) 235-0592

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Willmar, 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 Willmar have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Willmar, 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
Willmar offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Willmar for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Willmar 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.