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Best Before or After School Daycare in Shoreview, MN

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Shoreview. Average rating: 4.93/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shoreview, Minnesota at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.93/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Shoreview has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 40 parent reviews averaging 4.93/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 55126 zip code, averaging 4.93 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shoreview

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.

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    3382 North Lexington Ave, Shoreview, MN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Children's Way Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who consistently praise the caring, engaged teachers and play-based, child-led curriculum. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, strong sense of community, and focus on social-emotional development. Multiple families report positive academic outcomes and lasting connections with the school.

    Caring and engaged teacherschild-led play-based learningsocial-emotional focusup-to-date curriculum

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Shoreview

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Shoreview zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
551267
4.93
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shoreview (20–161 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Before or After School Daycare in Shoreview, Minnesota

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Shoreview, Minnesota, making up 14% of the 7 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 Shoreview have an average rating of 4.93 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.93 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shoreview, 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 1 before or after school daycares in Shoreview, Minnesota, out of 7 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 Shoreview have an average Google rating of 4.93 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shoreview, 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
Shoreview offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 Shoreview for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shoreview 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.