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Best Headstart Programs in Cloquet, MN

Compare 1 headstart programs in Cloquet. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Cloquet, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Cloquet has 1 licensed headstart programs with 28 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 55720 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cloquet

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
    Lakes And Pines Head Start Cloquet
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1418 Doddridge Ave, Cloquet, MN · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 15 children

    Lakes and Pines Head Start in Cloquet receives consistently positive feedback from families who have utilized their services. Parents praise the professional, kind, and respectful staff who provide comprehensive support during difficult times. The organization is recognized as a valuable community resource offering multiple assistance programs across several counties.

    professional and kind staffhelpful with housing assistancesupportive during financial hardshipmultiple community resources available
  2. 2
    Laugh & Learn
    3.45 score
    3.1(8)

    1506 Washington Ave, Cloquet, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Laugh & Learn receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents for caring staff and child-centered approach, but serious concerns raised by others regarding security, communication, and administrative reliability.

    Caring and attentive staffchildren's happiness and learninginfant room qualityowner involvement in daily operations

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Cloquet

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.37avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Cloquet zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
557207
4.5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Cloquet (15–76 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Cloquet based on parent reviews

Lakes And Pines Head Start Cloquet

4.4(20)

1418 Doddridge Ave, Cloquet, MN

Lakes and Pines Head Start in Cloquet receives consistently positive feedback from families who have utilized their services. Parents praise the professional, kind, and respectful staff who provide comprehensive support during difficult times. The organization is recognized as a valuable community resource offering multiple assistance programs across several counties.

professional and kind staffhelpful with housing assistancesupportive during financial hardship

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Daycare types in Cloquet

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

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🎨 Preschools 3

Headstart Programs in Cloquet, Minnesota

There are 1 headstart programs in Cloquet, Minnesota, making up 14% of the 7 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 Cloquet have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

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

All Headstart Programs in Cloquet

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Lakes And Pines Head Start Cloquet
Headstart Programs
4.4

Lakes and Pines Head Start in Cloquet receives consistently positive feedback from families who have utilized their services. Parents praise the professional, kind, and respectful staff who provide comprehensive support during difficult times. The organization is recognized as a valuable community resource offering multiple assistance programs across several counties.

professional and kind staffhelpful with housing assistancesupportive during financial hardship
Address
1418 Doddridge Ave, Cloquet, MN
Phone
(320) 679-1800

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Cloquet, Minnesota, out of 7 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 Cloquet have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Cloquet, 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
Cloquet offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church 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 Cloquet for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Cloquet 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.