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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Cottage Grove, WI

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Cottage Grove. Average rating: 3.67/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Cottage Grove, Wisconsin at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
3.67/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Cottage Grove has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 35 parent reviews averaging 3.67/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cottage Grove

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
    Kids' Safari Learning Center
    4 score
    4(16)

    207 Commerce Pkwy, Cottage Grove, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 256 children

    Parents consistently praise Kids' Safari Learning Center for exceptional, loving care and strong staff-child relationships. The facility receives high marks for communication with parents, clean environment, healthy meals, and developmental support. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving.

    caring and patient staffstrong parent-child communicationclean and well-stocked facilityhealthy meals
  2. 2
    Learning Ladder Preschool And Cc
    3.64 score
    3.5(13)

    312 W Cottage Grove Rd, Cottage Grove, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Learning Ladder Preschool receives polarized reviews with most parents praising the teachers, care quality, and facility, while a smaller group reports serious concerns about management, handling of behavioral issues, and termination practices. The center appears to excel in classroom instruction and daily communication but struggles with administrative professionalism and inclusivity of children with different behavioral needs.

    Caring and qualified teacherswell-stocked classroomsstructured curriculumexcellent playground facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Cottage Grove

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Cottage Grove (45–256 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Cottage Grove based on parent reviews

Kids' Safari Learning Center

4(16)

207 Commerce Pkwy, Cottage Grove, WI

Parents consistently praise Kids' Safari Learning Center for exceptional, loving care and strong staff-child relationships. The facility receives high marks for communication with parents, clean environment, healthy meals, and developmental support. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving.

caring and patient staffstrong parent-child communicationclean and well-stocked facility

Creative Kids Nursery And Daycare

3.7(4)

400 Progress, Cottage Grove, WI

Parents report that staff are supportive and communicative, with one noting the center accommodated a special needs child's enrollment and another highlighting positive after-school care for an elementary student. Conversely, a separate review alleges that the center pressured a family to withdraw a child with autism, citing disruptive behavior during nap time as the reason for disenrollment.

responsive staff via appsharing daily photosaccommodating enrollment for special needs

Kozy Kids Koral

3.5(2)

459 N Main St, Cottage Grove, WI

Feedback for Kozy Kids Koral highlights a personalized, family-like atmosphere where staff actively support parents and accommodate special family situations. However, some parents report significant operational challenges, including perceived teacher shortages, inconsistent communication regarding waitlists, and difficulty securing spots for new children.

smaller class size fostering familiarityaccommodating flexible schedulesinclusive approach for children without fathers in the picture

Learning Ladder Preschool And Cc

3.5(13)

312 W Cottage Grove Rd, Cottage Grove, WI

Learning Ladder Preschool receives polarized reviews with most parents praising the teachers, care quality, and facility, while a smaller group reports serious concerns about management, handling of behavioral issues, and termination practices. The center appears to excel in classroom instruction and daily communication but struggles with administrative professionalism and inclusivity of children with different behavioral needs.

Caring and qualified teacherswell-stocked classroomsstructured curriculum

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin. 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 Cottage Grove have an average rating of 3.67 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.67 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Cottage Grove, 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 Cottage Grove

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Kids' Safari Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Kids' Safari Learning Center for exceptional, loving care and strong staff-child relationships. The facility receives high marks for communication with parents, clean environment, healthy meals, and developmental support. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving.

caring and patient staffstrong parent-child communicationclean and well-stocked facility
Address
207 Commerce Pkwy, Cottage Grove, WI
Phone
(608) 839-9095
Quality
Creative Kids Nursery And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents report that staff are supportive and communicative, with one noting the center accommodated a special needs child's enrollment and another highlighting positive after-school care for an elementary student. Conversely, a separate review alleges that the center pressured a family to withdraw a child with autism, citing disruptive behavior during nap time as the reason for disenrollment.

responsive staff via appsharing daily photosaccommodating enrollment for special needs
Address
400 Progress, Cottage Grove, WI
Phone
(608) 839-0297
Quality
Kozy Kids Koral
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Feedback for Kozy Kids Koral highlights a personalized, family-like atmosphere where staff actively support parents and accommodate special family situations. However, some parents report significant operational challenges, including perceived teacher shortages, inconsistent communication regarding waitlists, and difficulty securing spots for new children.

smaller class size fostering familiarityaccommodating flexible schedulesinclusive approach for children without fathers in the picture
Address
459 N Main St, Cottage Grove, WI
Phone
(608) 839-3814
Quality
Learning Ladder Preschool And Cc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Learning Ladder Preschool receives polarized reviews with most parents praising the teachers, care quality, and facility, while a smaller group reports serious concerns about management, handling of behavioral issues, and termination practices. The center appears to excel in classroom instruction and daily communication but struggles with administrative professionalism and inclusivity of children with different behavioral needs.

Caring and qualified teacherswell-stocked classroomsstructured curriculum
Address
312 W Cottage Grove Rd, Cottage Grove, WI
Phone
(608) 839-5437

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Cottage Grove have an average Google rating of 3.67 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Cottage Grove, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Wisconsin's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Wisconsin)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Wisconsin 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 Cottage Grove for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Cottage Grove must be licensed by Wisconsin'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.