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5 Before or After School Daycare in Mandan, North Dakota

Browse all 5 before or after school daycare in Mandan, North Dakota. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mandan

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
    Creative Preschoolers
    4.39 score
    4.6(9)

    2133 37 St, Mandan, ND · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Creative Preschoolers receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising teacher Mrs. Roller for creating a well-balanced learning environment that combines academics, hands-on activities, and structured play. Children show significant social and academic growth, with parents reporting improved confidence, readiness for kindergarten, and enthusiasm for attending. One negative review cited poor customer service during an initial phone inquiry.

    Patient and kind teacherbalanced academics and play-based learninghands-on activitieswell-structured environment
  2. 2
    Mandan Activities & Care
    4.11 score
    4.2(6)

    2600 46 Ave Se, Mandan, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 105 children

    Parents who visited MANDAN ACTIVITIES & CARE reported having fun experiences, particularly praising the water park activities. However, there is a significant issue with the facility's phone number being confused with Mandan City Parks and Recreation, causing unwanted calls to Child Protection Services.

    Fun activitieswater parkgood time for grandchildren
  3. 3
    First Steps Learning Center
    3.61 score
    3.4(9)

    Po Box 865, Mandan, ND · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    First Steps Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, educational curriculum, and strong communication. However, several parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision/security protocols, failure to notify parents of child injuries, staff payment issues, and misleading pricing policies.

    Warm and nurturing environmentcaring and attentive staffclean and organized facilityengaging educational curriculum with age-appropriate activities

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mandan based on parent reviews

Mandan Activities & Care

4.2(6)

2600 46 Ave Se, Mandan, ND

Parents who visited MANDAN ACTIVITIES & CARE reported having fun experiences, particularly praising the water park activities. However, there is a significant issue with the facility's phone number being confused with Mandan City Parks and Recreation, causing unwanted calls to Child Protection Services.

Fun activitieswater parkgood time for grandchildren

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Before or After School Daycare in Mandan, North Dakota

There are 5 before or after school daycare in Mandan, North Dakota, making up 56% of the 9 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 Mandan, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Before or After School Daycare in Mandan

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Mandan Activities & Care
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Parents who visited MANDAN ACTIVITIES & CARE reported having fun experiences, particularly praising the water park activities. However, there is a significant issue with the facility's phone number being confused with Mandan City Parks and Recreation, causing unwanted calls to Child Protection Services.

Fun activitieswater parkgood time for grandchildren
Address
2600 46 Ave Se, Mandan, ND
Phone
(701) 667-7326
Bismarck Extended School Program Esp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
309 Collins Ave, Mandan, ND
Phone
(701) 751-1404
St Josephs Early Years Learning Cntr
Before or After School Daycare
Address
410 Collins Ave, Mandan, ND
Phone
(701) 663-3003
Littlest Angels Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1100 3 St Nw, Mandan, ND
Phone
(701) 667-7196
Mandan Extended School Program Esp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
309 Collins Ave, Mandan, ND
Phone
(701) 751-1404

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 before or after school daycares in Mandan, North Dakota, out of 9 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 Mandan, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with North Dakota's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Dakota)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Mandan offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 North Dakota 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 Mandan for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mandan must be licensed by North Dakota'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.