How do I choose the right daycare in Grand Forks?

When choosing a daycare in Grand Forks, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with North Dakota's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Dakota) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Grand Forks?

Grand Forks offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 8 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Forks, North Dakota (4 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in North Dakota?

Daycare costs in North Dakota 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 Grand Forks for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grand Forks

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.

All About Kids

4.8 score

5(20)

2830 S Washington St, Grand Forks, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 89 children

All About Kids is a highly regarded school-based daycare in Grand Forks with consistently excellent parent reviews. Parents praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, attentive director Jen, strong developmental focus, and excellent communication through daily updates and photos. Children reportedly enjoy learning, adapt well from infants through preschool, and parents feel confident leaving their kids in a safe, clean environment.

caring and dedicated staffdirector present dailydevelopmental focus and stimulating activitiescommunication app with photos and updates

University Childrens Center

4.6 score

4.8(15)

Stop 9026, Grand Forks, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 103 children

University Children's Center in Grand Forks receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the highly educated and caring staff, child-centered curriculum, and balanced approach to learning and development. Parents consistently report feeling confident in their children's safety and wellbeing while noting significant positive impacts on their children's growth and love of learning. Multiple reviewers with educational backgrounds affirm the center's use of best practices and quality standards.

Highly educated and experienced staffchild-driven emergent curriculumbalance of learning and playsafe and nurturing environment

Wonder Years

4.56 score

4.7(20)

2550 28 Ave S, Grand Forks, ND · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 240 children

Wonder Years receives universally positive reviews with all 10 ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and dedicated staff, engaging learning activities, and safe environment where children thrive developmentally and socially.

Caring and loving teachersprofessional and organized staffchild development and learning focusweekly activity rotation

Little Miracles INC

4.55 score

5(6)

2951 S 34 St, Grand Forks, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 88 children

Little Miracles Inc receives universal praise from parents who report their children are well-cared for, calm, and happy. Parents consistently highlight the caring and hardworking staff, clean facility, and quality educational programs, particularly the pre-K curriculum. Many parents express gratitude for the center's flexibility and responsiveness to their children's needs.

Caring and hardworking staffpeaceful and calm environmentclean facilitychildren happy and well-cared for

St Marys Project Kids & Tots

4.48 score

4.6(20)

216 Belmont Rd, Grand Forks, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 70 children

Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews provided are for St. Mary's Church in Grand Forks, not St. Mary's Project Kids & Tots daycare center. No parent reviews of the daycare facility were available.

None - reviews are for the churchnot the daycare

United Day Nursery INC

3.79 score

3.7(12)

324 Chestnut St, Grand Forks, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 165 children

United Day Nursery receives mostly positive reviews praising staff kindness, communication, cleanliness, and educational activities, though two negative reviews cite serious concerns about management, hygiene practices, and child supervision. Parents generally report their children are happy and learning, with appreciation for spacious indoor and outdoor play areas.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong parent communicationclean and professional environmenteducational activities

Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Forks, North Dakota

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Grand Forks, North Dakota, making up 31% of the 13 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.

When choosing a daycare in Grand Forks, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Grand Forks, North Dakota, out of 13 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Grand Forks, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with North Dakota's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Dakota)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Grand Forks offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 8 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 North Dakota 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 Grand Forks for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Grand Forks must be licensed by North Dakota'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.

4 Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Forks, North Dakota

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grand Forks

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