How do I choose the right daycare in Eagan?

When choosing a daycare in Eagan, 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

Before or After School Daycare in Eagan, Minnesota (1 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Eagan?

Eagan offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities Before or After School 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.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Minnesota?

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 Eagan for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Eagan

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.

Becks Montessori Accelerated Learning Center

4.72 score

5(13)

4194 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 121 children

Parents consistently praise Becks Montessori Accelerated Learning Center for its warm, nurturing Montessori environment and dedicated, caring teachers. Children show strong academic preparation for kindergarten and develop important social-emotional skills. Parents report reasonable pricing, staff stability, and a welcoming atmosphere that helps children build confidence and independence.

Warm and welcoming environmentnurturing and attentive teachersstrong academic preparationstudent independence and autonomy

Primrose School Of Eagan

4.71 score

5(12)

4249 Jonny Cake Ridge Rd, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 181 children

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Eagan for exceptional care, nurturing teachers, and high-quality curriculum. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and developmentally engaged across all age groups. The facility is noted for cleanliness, professional staff, and strong communication with families.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe environmentcomprehensive curriculumclean facility

Sonshine Preschool

4.58 score

5(7)

670 Diffley Road, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 21 children

SONshine Preschool in Eagan receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, Christian-based learning environment. Parents highlight strong communication, individualized attention, engaging curriculum, and spiritual development. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally in the safe, clean facilities.

Caring and trustworthy staffChristian environment with age-appropriate Bible instructionsmall class sizes allowing individualized attentionstrong parent communication

Tierra Encantada INC

4.56 score

4.7(20)

4130 Blackhawk Rd, #140, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children

Tierra Encantada in Eagan receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the Spanish immersion program, dedicated and caring staff, nutritious homemade meals, beautiful facility, and strong sense of community. Families report smooth transitions, responsive administration, and meaningful developmental progress for their children.

Spanish immersion programbilingual staff who are native speakerswarm and caring teachersresponsive administration

Eagan Montessori & Childcare

4.56 score

4.7(20)

1250 Lone Oak Rd, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

Eagan Montessori & Childcare receives consistently high praise from parents for its Montessori approach, balanced learning environment, and dedicated staff. Parents report their children develop strong academic, social, and emotional skills while forming lasting friendships and positive relationships with teachers. Families consistently recommend the center and express sadness upon leaving.

Montessori curriculumchild independence and curiosity encouragedbalance of learning and funcaring and attentive staff

Easter Preschool

4.5 score

5(5)

4200 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

Easter Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents with a 5/5 rating across all submissions. Parents praise the caring and knowledgeable teaching staff, emphasis on learning through play, and strong focus on outdoor physical activity. Families report significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Caring and enthusiastic teacherslearning through play approachoutdoor/physical activity emphasisfresh healthy snacks

Knowledge Beginnings #071704

4.4 score

4.5(20)

4155 Lexington Ave, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 175 children

Parents consistently praise Knowledge Beginnings Eagan for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Children are reported to thrive academically and emotionally, with teachers who understand individual needs and make learning fun. Multiple long-term families highlight the strong sense of community and responsive leadership.

Caring and dedicated staffindividualized attention to each child's needsstrong curriculum focused on learning through playengaging activities and programs (phonics

St. John Neuman Preschool

4.4 score

4.5(20)

4030 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 67 children

The reviews provided are for St. John Neumann Church, not the preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, quality of services, and community programs, but do not contain information about the daycare center's operations, staff, or educational quality.

Welcoming and family-oriented environmentmultiple Mass timesgood facilities and parkingactive community programs

St. Thomas Becket Preschool

4.38 score

4.5(15)

4455 S. Robert Trail, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for St. Thomas Becket Church, not the preschool program. Based on available information, the facility is located in Eagan, Minnesota and is a center-based program. No parent reviews specifically about the preschool were found.

Welcoming communityprogressive Catholic valuesprofessional staffinclusive environment

Intergenerational Learning Center

4.31 score

4.5(8)

3386 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children

Intergenerational Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most families, who praise the caring staff, small community feel, creative facilities, and unique intergenerational program with a nearby senior living community. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving their child's injury, lack of communication about what happened, delayed documentation, and poor handling by the director.

caring and consistent staffsmall intimate en

Before or After School Daycare in Eagan, Minnesota

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Eagan, Minnesota, making up 4% of the 25 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Eagan, Minnesota, out of 25 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Eagan, 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

Eagan offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities
Before or After School 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 Eagan for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Eagan 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.

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