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Best Headstart Programs in Rochester, MN

Compare 1 headstart programs in Rochester. Average rating: 4.56/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rochester, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.56/5
Parent reviews
234
Top rated (4.5+)
10

Rochester has 1 licensed headstart programs with 234 parent reviews averaging 4.56/5.10 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 55904 (avg 4.83 stars), while 55901 has the largest selection (16 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rochester

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
    Kingdom Kids
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    4400 55th St Nw, Rochester, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 178 children

    Kingdom Kids Christian Preschool in Rochester, Minnesota receives outstanding parent feedback with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, faith-based curriculum, strong kindergarten preparation, and welcoming community atmosphere. Families appreciate the flexible scheduling options and frequent community events that foster connections among families.

    Caring and professional staffChristian/faith-based educationstrong kindergarten readiness preparationwelcoming and family-oriented environment
  2. 2
    Rainbow School
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    624 3rd Ave Sw, Rochester, MN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

    Rainbow School is a highly-rated preschool program in Rochester where parents report their children thrived academically and socially. Teachers are praised for being warm, caring, and attentive to individual needs, creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. Children consistently show readiness for kindergarten with strong development in both academics and soft skills.

    Warm and caring teachersindividualized attentionacademic progress in writing and mathsocial-emotional development
  3. 3
    Aldrich Memorial Nursery School
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    855 Essex Pkwy Nw, Rochester, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 148 children

    Aldrich Memorial Nursery School receives universal praise from parents across multiple reviews. Parents consistently highlight the nurturing staff, play-based curriculum, outdoor learning emphasis, and strong sense of community and family involvement as key strengths that prepare children well for kindergarten.

    Caring and nurturing teachersplay-based learning approachoutdoor play encouraged in all weatherwelcoming community atmosphere
  4. 4
    Primrose School Of Rochester
    4.38 score
    4.5(16)

    2600 2nd Street Sw, Rochester, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 185 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Rochester as an exceptional daycare with highly attentive, caring staff and strong educational programs. Families report their children feel safe, loved, and thrive in a nurturing environment with excellent communication and responsiveness from leadership to teachers.

    Excellent educators and staffMontessori curriculumstrong emotional and social development focusresponsive communication with daily updates and photos
  5. 5
    Endless Journey Child Care
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    7411 Airport View Dr Sw, Rochester, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children

    Endless Journey Child Care receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the hands-on ownership, stable staff with 10+ year tenure, and welcoming environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, smooth transitions, and quality care across all age groups from infants through pre-K.

    Dedicated owner involvementstaff stability and longevityclean facilityreasonable pricing
  6. 6
    Quality Kid Care Center INC
    4.16 score
    4.2(18)

    3212 22nd St Nw, Rochester, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    Quality Kid Care Center in Rochester receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring staff, clean facility, child development support, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and reaching developmental milestones.

    Caring and dedicated staffclean facilitychild safety and well-being prioritizedstrong social and language development
  7. 7
    Knowledge Beginnings #071706
    3.93 score
    3.9(11)

    2801 Superior Dr Nw, Rochester, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 204 children

    Knowledge Beginnings #071706 in Rochester, Minnesota receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff dedication, communication, and child safety, though recent reviews indicate significant concerns following a leadership change in late 2025, including staffing shortages, communication decline, and questionable inclusion practices for children with developmental delays.

    Friendly and approachable staffresponsive communication with parentsclean atmospheres
  8. 8
    Discover Magical Moments Daycare Center
    3.52 score
    3.4(20)

    5450 Royal Place Nw, Rochester, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children

    Discover Magical Moments Daycare Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, clean facilities, strong educational programs, and a family-oriented environment where children form lasting relationships with teachers and peers.

    Organized and clean facilityfair pricingwelcoming atmosphereconsistent and caring staff with low turnover

Rating Distribution

Based on 14 daycares with Google ratings in Rochester

4.5 - 5.0
10
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 234 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
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Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.52avg rating
28 daycares · 13 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Rochester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
559046
4.83
3
559027
4.7
3
5590116
4.25
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rochester (16–204 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

10

Very Large

150+ children

8

Map

Daycare types in Rochester

Child Daycare & Preschools 28Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

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Headstart Programs in Rochester, Minnesota

There are 1 headstart programs in Rochester, Minnesota, making up 3% of the 33 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 Rochester have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 234 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Rochester, 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 Rochester

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Child Care Resource & Referral Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1026 E Center St, Rochester, MN
Phone
(507) 287-2020

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Rochester, Minnesota, out of 33 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 Rochester have an average Google rating of 4.56 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities. About 71% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Rochester, 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
Rochester offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 28 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Rochester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rochester 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.