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1,132 Child Daycare & Preschools in Minnesota

Browse 1,132 child daycare & preschools across Minnesota. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Minnesota

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Minnesota can make the decision-making process smoother.

Minnesota has about 1,323 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Minnesota. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Minnesota

There are 1,323 daycares in Minnesota: 107 headstart facilities, 28 before/after school centers, 56 religious facility daycares, and 1,132 childcare and preschool centers.

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Little Flowers Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Flowers Montessori receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the Montessori teaching method, caring and experienced staff, and nurturing environment that fosters child development and independence. Most reviews highlight visible academic progress and children's enthusiasm for attending. A small number of parents reported communication issues and one parent declined to specify their concerns.

Montessori teaching methodexperienced and ca
Address
5224 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN
Phone
(952) 925-3876
Mayflower Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for Mayflower UCC, a church/religious institution, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming community, personalized services, and community involvement, but do not address childcare quality or daycare operations.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentfriendly staffcommunity involvement
Address
106 E Diamond Lk Rd, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 825-5914
Unlimited Potential In Education INC Operating As Jack & Jill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Jack & Jill is highly praised by parents for its exceptional educational quality, structured yet fun learning environment, and warm, dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, nutritious meals, engaging activities, and a strong sense of community. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and would not consider switching providers.

Outstanding teachers and staffstructured learning environmentstrong academic preparation
Address
2812 Anthony Lane S, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 455-8955
Happy Time Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Happy Time Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its developmental curriculum, caring staff, and outdoor learning opportunities. Parents highlight the center's focus on creativity, emotional intelligence, and kindergarten preparation, along with nutritious meal programs. The facility is NECPA accredited with a 4-star Parent Aware rating.

Experienced and nurturing staffcomprehensive curriculum fostering creativity and emotional intelligenceextensive outdoor play year-round
Address
203 N 25th Ave W, Duluth, MN
Phone
(218) 722-0927
Sonnet Montessori INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sonnet Montessori in Prior Lake receives consistently high praise from parents for its Montessori approach, experienced staff, and strong academic outcomes. Parents report their children are thriving, progressing quickly in skills like reading and math, and genuinely enjoying school. The center is noted for its nurturing environment, individualized attention, and strong communication with families.

Montessori educational approachacademic progress (reading and math skills)caring and dedicated staff
Address
4637 Park Nicollet Ave, Prior Lake, MN
Phone
(952) 226-6675
River Valley Ymca In Prior Lake Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

River Valley YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center in Prior Lake receives consistently high praise from parents. The daycare is noted for its friendly, attentive staff and modern facilities. Parents appreciate the caring teachers, including staff member Mike Watson, and feel the center meets their families' needs well.

Friendly and helpful staffmodern facilityclean environment
Address
3575 North Berens Rd Nw, Prior Lake, MN
Phone
(952) 230-6697
Sunshine Station Childcare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
8956 Walnut St, Rockford, MN
Phone
(763) 477-5273
Creative Kids Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Creative Kids Academy Anoka receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, safe learning environment, good communication through daily updates, and thoughtful curriculum. Children are reported to thrive emotionally and developmentally at the center.

Caring and professional staffexcellent communication and daily updates via appsafe and engaging environment
Address
1135 W Hwy 10, Anoka, MN
Phone
(763) 323-4067
Rainbow School And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Rainbow School and Child Care in Fridley receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong academic preparation, diverse and inclusive environment, and family-like atmosphere that makes children excited to attend.

Loving and dedicated teachersexcellent academic preparation for kindergartendiverse and inclusive environment
Address
680 Mississippi St Ne, Fridley, MN
Phone
(763) 571-7521
Colleenies Beanies LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Error: The reviews provided are for Mei Wei, a Chinese restaurant in Farmington, Minnesota, not for Colleenies Beanies LLC daycare center. The reviews cannot be accurately summarized for the daycare as they describe restaurant dining experiences.

Unable to assess - reviews are for a restaurantnot a daycare center
Address
18500 Pilot Knob Road, Farmington, MN
Phone
(651) 341-9774
Club House Child Care & Preschool (The)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Clubhouse Child Care & Preschool in Rosemount receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, reasonable pricing, and comprehensive amenities including meals, bilingual teachers, and on-site gym. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and strong satisfaction with their children's development and comfort.

caring and loving staffexperienced teachersclean and organized facility
Address
2975 145th St W, Rosemount, MN
Phone
(651) 423-0363
All Ages & Faces Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

caring and acc
Address
580 Fuller Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 488-2097
Apple Lane Community Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1900 8th Ave Nw, Austin, MN
Phone
(507) 433-0070
Playhouse Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This appears to be a community recreation center rather than a daycare, offering indoor and outdoor pools, a large indoor playground, ice rinks, and other facilities. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, reasonable pricing, helpful staff, and variety of activities available for children and families.

Large indoor playgroundmultiple pools with water featuresaffordable pricing for residents and non-residents
Address
12951 Weaver Lake Rd, Maple Grove, MN
Phone
(763) 494-6529
Children'S Center (The)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
605 James Ave, Albert Lea, MN
Phone
(507) 373-7979
Fun Factory Child Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Fun Factory Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight excellent staff training, strong educational curriculum, individualized child development, and reliable compliance with Minnesota standards. The center maintains a 4-Star Parent Aware rating and creates a safe, nurturing environment where children are excited to attend.

Highly trained and caring staffindividualized child assessments and learning plansstrong curriculum balancing education and play
Address
2929 County Rd 136, Saint Cloud, MN
Phone
(320) 203-1606
St Croix Kids Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

St. Croix Kids receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth, low turnover, small class sizes, and strong academic/social preparation for kindergarten. However, one parent raised serious concerns about differential treatment of children based on race, including isolation and exclusion from events.

Low staff turnoversmall class sizeswarm and caring environment
Address
111 E Orleans St, Stillwater, MN
Phone
(651) 439-3616
Hallie Q Brown Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

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.

Caring and dedicated staffcommunity support servicesfood assistance
Address
270 N Kent St, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 224-4601
Sandcastle Child Care Center I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

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.

Kind and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsstrong educational curriculum
Address
486 View St, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 293-3945
Sandcastle Child Care Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Sandcastle Child Care Center II for its caring, professional staff and strong communication with families. Children across all age groups (infant through preschool) enjoy attending, and parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and educational programming. Multiple families have used the center for extended periods and would recommend it to others.

Warm and kind staffexcellent communication with parentsconsistent teachers
Address
749 Juno Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 293-3945
World Around Us Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

World Around Us Child Development Center receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents consistently praising the caring and attentive staff, safe environment, strong communication, and balance of play and learning activities. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and developing academically and socially.

Kind and attentive staffexcellent communication via app with photos and updatessafe and nurturing environment
Address
5065 Stewart Ave, White Bear Lake, MN
Phone
(651) 773-1406
Multicultural Therapeutic Children'S Programs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Multicultural Therapeutic Children's Programs as an excellent facility with caring, hands-on staff. Reviewers highlight the quality of teaching, therapeutic services, and the supportive environment for their children. The center receives strong recommendations from long-term families.

Caring and attentive staffquality teachingtherapeutic services available
Address
1501 Xerxes Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(763) 521-3477
Towerlight Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Towerlight Child Care for its compassionate, creative staff and strong curriculum. The standout feature is the intergenerational program connecting children with seniors at the adjacent TowerLight Senior Living facility, which parents credit with teaching empathy and social skills. The center maintains strong community engagement and provides enrichment activities including music classes, art, and cooking.

Compassionate and dedicated teachersintergenerational Grandfriends programcreative curriculum
Address
3601 Wooddale Ave S, St Louis Park, MN
Phone
(952) 920-8112
New Horizon Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

New Horizon Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its safe, clean, and nurturing environment. Parents highlight exceptional staff dedication, particularly in the infant room, and note strong academic and social development in their children. The center is described as feeling like a family with warm, caring leadership and excellent parent communication.

Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and dedicated staffstrong infant room care (especi
Address
8547 Edinburgh Centre Drive, Brooklyn Park, MN
Phone
(763) 315-3033
Babys Space
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2438 18th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 729-5171
Discoveries For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Discoveries for Children (operating as TowerLight) for its exceptional staff, creative programming, and unique intergenerational program connecting children with seniors. The center is noted for strong curriculum, excellent communication, engaging activities, and creating a supportive community environment. Multiple parents report high satisfaction and cite the facility as a deciding factor in where they live.

Compassionate and creative staffintergenerational Grandfriends programstrong curriculum
Address
3801 Wooddale Ave S, St Louis Park, MN
Phone
(952) 922-8411
Fraser Early Childhood Family Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
700 N Humboldt, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 377-7422
Judson Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Judson Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its play-based curriculum, warm and caring staff, strong community atmosphere, and child development outcomes. However, one recent parent raised serious concerns about incident reporting delays, inadequate handling of special needs, and administrative communication failures.

Play-based learning philosophycaring and engaged teachershands-on director involvement
Address
4101 Harriet Ave South, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 822-0915
Primrose School Of Eden Prairie
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Eden Prairie for its exceptional staff, strong academic and social preparation, and family-oriented environment. Children are reported to be happy and excited to attend, with parents appreciating the responsive communication, healthy food quality, and comprehensive daily updates. The school is described as top-notch compared to other area daycares.

Caring and professional staffstrong curriculum and academic preparationresponsive and transparent management
Address
7800 Eden Prairie Rd, Eden Prairie, MN
Phone
(952) 944-6023
Project Secure/Fraser Early Childhood Family Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
700 Humboldt Ave N, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 377-7422

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,132 child daycare & preschools daycares across Minnesota. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Minnesota are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Minnesota's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Minnesota, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Minnesota sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Minnesota vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.