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Best Headstart Programs in Oakdale, MN

Compare 1 headstart programs in Oakdale. Average rating: 4.92/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Oakdale, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.92/5
Parent reviews
63
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Oakdale has 1 licensed headstart programs with 63 parent reviews averaging 4.92/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 55128 zip code, averaging 4.92 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oakdale

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
    Paidea Child Development Center
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    949 Geneva Ave, Oakdale, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children

    Parents consistently praise Paidea for its warm, community-focused environment and long-tenured, highly dedicated staff. The center emphasizes emotional intelligence and social-emotional development alongside enriching curriculum and activities. Multiple parents report their children's attitudes toward daycare transformed positively after enrolling, and highlight the director Sarah's involvement and parenting support.

    Caring and experienced staff with low turnoverstrong focus on emotional intelligence and life skills developmentexcellent parent-teacher communicationcommunity building through parent events and involvement opportunities
  2. 2
    Carol Matheys Center For Children & Families
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    6060 43rd St N, Oakdale, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Carol Matheys Center for Children & Families receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising the caring, professional staff and small class sizes that enable individual attention and child development. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with low staff turnover creating a stable, family-like environment. The center is particularly noted for its Transition Kindergarten program and Treasured Tykes infant/toddler program.

    Caring and professional staffsmall class sizesindividual attentionstrong academic and social skill development

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Oakdale

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9avg rating
7 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Oakdale zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
551288
4.92
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Oakdale (20–176 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Oakdale based on parent reviews

Oakdale Head Start

5

6355 10th St N, Oakdale, MN

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Daycare types in Oakdale

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Oakdale, Minnesota

There are 1 headstart programs in Oakdale, Minnesota, making up 13% of the 8 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 Oakdale have an average rating of 4.92 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 63 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Oakdale, 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 Oakdale

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Oakdale Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
6355 10th St N, Oakdale, MN
Phone
(651) 748-0021

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Oakdale, Minnesota, out of 8 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 Oakdale have an average Google rating of 4.92 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Oakdale, 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
Oakdale offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Oakdale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Oakdale 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.