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5 Montessori Daycares in Burnsville, Minnesota

Find the best montessori daycares in Burnsville, Minnesota. Browse 5 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Montessori Daycares in Burnsville

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — montessori daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    2521 Horizon Dr, Burnsville, MN · Capacity: 49 children

    Sunrise International Montessori Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the caring, engaged staff and owner Jay's genuine investment in each child's development. Parents consistently report their children thrived academically and socially, with many noting strong preparation for kindergarten and minimal staff turnover. The center is commended for flexibility, communication, and creating a warm, nurturing learning environment.

    Caring and invested staffOwner Jay's hands-on involvementStrong academic preparation for kindergartenExcellent social-emotional development
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    2525 Williams Dr, Burnsville, MN · Capacity: 74 children

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Montessori Daycares in Burnsville, Minnesota

Montessori daycares in Burnsville follow the Maria Montessori method, emphasizing child-led learning, mixed-age classrooms, and hands-on materials. These 5 programs offer an alternative to traditional daycare with a focus on independence and self-directed activity.

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

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There are 5 montessori daycares in Burnsville, Minnesota. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
The Montessori method is an educational approach developed by Dr. Maria Montessori that emphasizes child-led learning, hands-on activities, and mixed-age classrooms. Children choose their own activities from a range of options, learning at their own pace. Montessori classrooms use specialized materials designed to develop practical life skills, sensory awareness, language, math, and cultural understanding.
Most Montessori programs in Burnsville serve children from infancy (as young as 6 weeks) through age 6, with some extending to elementary and even middle school. The core Montessori age groups are infant/toddler (0–3 years), primary/preschool (3–6 years), and lower elementary (6–9 years).
Montessori school tuition in Burnsville typically ranges from $800 to $2,000+ per month for full-time enrollment, depending on the child's age and the program. Infant and toddler programs tend to cost more due to smaller group sizes. Some Montessori schools offer financial aid, sliding scale fees, or sibling discounts.
When selecting a montessori daycare in Burnsville, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with Minnesota's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities