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Best Before or After School Daycare in Minot, ND

Compare 11 before or after school daycare in Minot. Average rating: 4.69/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Minot, North Dakota at a glance

Programs
11
Avg rating
4.69/5
Parent reviews
38
Top rated (4.5+)
11

Minot has 11 licensed before or after school daycare with 38 parent reviews averaging 4.69/5.11 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 85% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 58703 (avg 4.73 stars), while 58701 has the largest selection (17 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Minot

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
    Trini Tots Daycare
    3.67 score
    3.4(6)

    305 8 Ave Ne, Minot, ND · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children

    Trini Tots Daycare receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the staff's responsiveness, communication via the Brightwheel app, and loving care of children, with several long-term families expressing strong satisfaction. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff ratios, health and safety protocol violations, and specific incidents including improper diaper changes and a child being dropped.

    responsive and communicative staffuse of Brightwheel app for daily updatesstaff send photos throughout the dayexperienced workers
  2. 2
    Lil Acorns Child Care Cntr & Preschl
    3.3 score
    2.6(5)

    1420 20 Ave Se, Minot, ND · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

    Li'l Acorns receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents whose children thrived academically and socially, but significant concerns from others about staff demeanor and communication. Supporters value the structured, no-nonsense approach and report children are well-prepared for school, while critics describe staff as rude, loud, and creating an uncomfortable environment.

    Children well-prepared for kindergartenacademic success in elementary schoolstructured learning environmentstaff dedication (specifically Angela

Rating Distribution

Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Minot

4.5 - 5.0
11
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 38 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Hands-on activities
3
2Supportive teachers
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.85avg rating
14 daycares · 11 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3.8avg rating
11 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Minot zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
5870310
4.73
5
5870117
4.66
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Minot (15–228 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Minot based on parent reviews

Little Lions Learning Center

5(1)

800 University Ave W, Minot, ND

One parent reports a positive five-year experience with the center, noting that their son enjoys attending and appreciates all the teachers. The reviewer states they have encountered no issues during this time.

long-term attendanceenjoyable environment for childrensupportive teachers

Lil Acorns Child Care Cntr & Preschl

2.6(5)

1420 20 Ave Se, Minot, ND

Li'l Acorns receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents whose children thrived academically and socially, but significant concerns from others about staff demeanor and communication. Supporters value the structured, no-nonsense approach and report children are well-prepared for school, while critics describe staff as rude, loud, and creating an uncomfortable environment.

Children well-prepared for kindergartenacademic success in elementary schoolstructured learning environment

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Daycare types in Minot

Child Daycare & Preschools 14Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 11

Before or After School Daycare in Minot, North Dakota

There are 11 before or after school daycare in Minot, North Dakota, making up 41% of the 27 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 Minot have an average rating of 4.69 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 85% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.85 stars. Our analysis covers 38 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Minot, 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 Minot

Showing 11 results

Little Lions Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent reports a positive five-year experience with the center, noting that their son enjoys attending and appreciates all the teachers. The reviewer states they have encountered no issues during this time.

long-term attendanceenjoyable environment for childrensupportive teachers
Address
800 University Ave W, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 839-9588
Lil Acorns Child Care Cntr & Preschl
Before or After School Daycare
2.6

Li'l Acorns receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents whose children thrived academically and socially, but significant concerns from others about staff demeanor and communication. Supporters value the structured, no-nonsense approach and report children are well-prepared for school, while critics describe staff as rude, loud, and creating an uncomfortable environment.

Children well-prepared for kindergartenacademic success in elementary schoolstructured learning environment
Address
1420 20 Ave Se, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 839-9752
Mckinley School Clc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5 5 Ave Ne, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 857-7878
Lewis & Clark School Clc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2215 8 St Nw, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 857-7878
Roosevelt School Clc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
715 8 St Ne, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 857-7878
Sunnyside School Clc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1000 5 Ave Se, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 857-7878
Good Shepherd Sch Age Child Care Cnt
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1401 4 St Sw, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 839-9895
Lincoln School Clc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
17 St Sw, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 857-7878
Washington School Clc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
600 17 Ave Se, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 857-7469
Longfellow School Clc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
600 16 St Nw, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 857-7461
Perkett School Clc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2000 5 Ave Sw, Minot, ND
Phone
(701) 857-7468

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 before or after school daycares in Minot, North Dakota, out of 27 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 Minot have an average Google rating of 4.69 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities. About 85% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Minot, 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
Minot offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 11 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 Minot for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Minot 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.