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Best Headstart Programs in Coon Rapids, MN

Compare 1 headstart programs in Coon Rapids. Average rating: 4.51/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Coon Rapids, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.51/5
Parent reviews
134
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Coon Rapids has 1 licensed headstart programs with 134 parent reviews averaging 4.51/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 55433 zip code, averaging 4.52 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Coon Rapids

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
    Lil Tykes Childcare LLC
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    15 121st Ave Nw, Coon Rapids, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children

    Parents consistently praise Li'l Tykes for its caring, attentive staff who provide a nurturing, family-like environment. The center offers enriching educational activities, special events, and excellent facilities including outdoor play areas and an indoor gym. Children show strong developmental progress and enthusiasm about attending.

    Warmcaringand invested staffEducational and engaging curriculum
  2. 2
    Cross Of Christ Lutheran Preschool
    4.53 score
    4.7(16)

    9931 Foley Blvd Nw, Coon Rapids, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

    Cross of Christ Lutheran Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its Christ-centered education, dedicated staff, and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the school's academic rigor, small class sizes, and integration of Christian values with comprehensive extracurricular offerings. The facility is noted for fostering genuine relationships among students of different ages and maintaining excellent communication with families.

    Christian values integrated into curriculumsmall class sizesdedicated and caring teachersstrong academic performance
  3. 3
    Peace Lutheran Church Preschool
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    20 Northdale Blvd Nw, Coon Rapids, MN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    Peace Lutheran Church Preschool in Coon Rapids receives consistently positive feedback from parents and alumni. Parents praise the caring, kind staff and teachers who actively engage students in learning through games, crafts, music, and play. Multiple families report their children have thrived academically and emotionally at the facility over many years.

    caring and kind staffengaged teachersstrong learning outcomesvariety of activities (games
  4. 4
    Bridge To Knowledge Montessori
    4 score
    4(5)

    11337 Flintwood St, Coon Rapids, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Bridge to Knowledge Montessori receives mixed reviews. Long-term parents praise the nurturing environment, individualized Montessori education, attentive staff, and safety measures. However, some prospective parents report poor communication and restrictive tour policies.

    Nurturing and clean environmentattentive and amazing staffindividualized care and attentionMontessori education for infants and toddlers
  5. 5
    Crayon Box Child Care Center (The)
    3.71 score
    3.5(7)

    9554 Foley Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children

    The Crayon Box Child Care Center in Coon Rapids receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff as caring, professional, and helpful, with children enjoying attendance. However, serious concerns have been raised including allegations of physical abuse and staff rudeness.

    Experienced and professional staffaccommodating to individual family needscaring and patient caregiversincludes male staff members

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Coon Rapids

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 134 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Small class sizes
3
2Welcoming environment
3
3Children excited to attend
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Coon Rapids, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.38avg rating
12 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Coon Rapids zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
554339
4.52
4
554485
4.5
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Coon Rapids (40–320 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Coon Rapids based on parent reviews

Head Start Family Development Center

4.7(2)

9574 Foley Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN

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Daycare types in Coon Rapids

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

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🎨 Preschools 3

Headstart Programs in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

There are 1 headstart programs in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, making up 7% of the 14 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 Coon Rapids have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 134 parent reviews. Parents in Coon Rapids most frequently praise daycares for small class sizes, welcoming environment, and children excited to attend.

When choosing a daycare in Coon Rapids, 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 Coon Rapids

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Head Start Family Development Center
Headstart Programs
4.7
Address
9574 Foley Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN
Phone
(763) 783-4300

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, out of 14 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 Coon Rapids have an average Google rating of 4.51 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 71% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Coon Rapids, 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
Coon Rapids offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 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 Coon Rapids for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Coon Rapids 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.