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Best Church Daycare in Apple Valley, MN

Compare 1 church daycare in Apple Valley. Average rating: 4.68/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Apple Valley, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.68/5
Parent reviews
121
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Apple Valley has 1 licensed church daycare with 121 parent reviews averaging 4.68/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 55124 zip code, averaging 4.68 stars across 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Apple Valley

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
    Celebrating Children Preschool
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    12650 Johnny Cake Rdg Rd, Apple Valley, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Parents consistently praise SOTV Preschool for its caring, attentive teachers and supportive director Linda. Children are excited to attend daily and develop strong social-emotional and academic skills through play-based learning, with excellent kindergarten readiness preparation.

    Caring and attentive teacherskind and accommodating directorplay-based curriculumflexible scheduling options
  2. 2
    Tutor Time Of Apple Valley
    3.84 score
    3.8(20)

    14370 Glenda Dr, Apple Valley, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 144 children

    Parents consistently praise Tutor Time of Apple Valley for its exceptional staff, comprehensive curriculum that balances play with structured learning, and strong focus on child development. Children show measurable progress in academics and social skills, with parents noting high satisfaction and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is commended for flexibility, communication, and creating a warm, caring environment.

    Exceptionalcaring staff and teachersstrong curriculum and intentional learning approachchildren excel in early childhood screenings and kindergarten readiness

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Apple Valley

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 121 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Strong teacher-child relationships
3
2Dance
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Apple Valley, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
12 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Apple Valley zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
5512414
4.68
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Apple Valley (17–172 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Apple Valley based on parent reviews

Heritage Lutheran Church

4.6(4)

13401 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Apple Valley, MN

One parent highlights the warm, genuine staff and their son's positive social development, while another criticizes a funeral experience for lacking personal support and family speaking rights. A third review notes the small congregation size and direct biblical teaching style.

friendly and genuine staffstrong peer and teacher relationshipschild enjoys school

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Daycare types in Apple Valley

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

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🎨 Preschools 3🌱 Montessori 3

Church Daycare in Apple Valley, Minnesota

There are 1 church daycare in Apple Valley, 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 Apple Valley have an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 121 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in Apple Valley

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Heritage Lutheran Church
Church Daycare
4.6

One parent highlights the warm, genuine staff and their son's positive social development, while another criticizes a funeral experience for lacking personal support and family speaking rights. A third review notes the small congregation size and direct biblical teaching style.

friendly and genuine staffstrong peer and teacher relationshipschild enjoys school
Address
13401 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Apple Valley, MN
Phone
(952) 431-6225

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Apple Valley, 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 Apple Valley have an average Google rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Apple Valley, 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
Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Apple Valley 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.