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Best Church Daycare in La Crescent, MN

Compare 1 church daycare in La Crescent. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

La Crescent, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
9
Top rated (4.5+)
2

La Crescent offers 1 licensed church daycare, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in La Crescent

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
    Peli Preschool & Family Center
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    21 N Hill St, La Crescent, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Parents consistently praise PELI Preschool & Family Center for its welcoming and caring environment. Staff members are described as kind, nice, and amazing. The facility is noted as a positive place for family growth and learning.

    Welcoming atmospherecaring staffkind peopleamazing director

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in La Crescent

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in La Crescent, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in La Crescent (30–54 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in La Crescent based on parent reviews

First Steps Early Learning Center

5(1)

414 Main St, La Crescent, MN

One parent describes the center as a great place to work with kids, appreciating the structured activities and the focus on proper child development. The review highlights a positive experience with the training and guidance provided to children.

structured activitiesfocus on child developmentpositive work environment

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Daycare types in La Crescent

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1

Church Daycare in La Crescent, Minnesota

There are 1 church daycare in La Crescent, Minnesota, making up 33% of the 3 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 La Crescent have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 9 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in La Crescent, 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 La Crescent

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First Steps Early Learning Center
Church Daycare
5

One parent describes the center as a great place to work with kids, appreciating the structured activities and the focus on proper child development. The review highlights a positive experience with the training and guidance provided to children.

structured activitiesfocus on child developmentpositive work environment
Address
414 Main St, La Crescent, MN
Phone
(507) 895-5704

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in La Crescent, Minnesota, out of 3 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 La Crescent have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in La Crescent, 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
La Crescent offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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 La Crescent for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in La Crescent 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.