Best Daycares in Minneapolis, MN — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 45 daycares and childcare centers in Minneapolis based on listed credentials, recorded public reviews, and profile information.

Top Daycares in Minneapolis

  1. #1 — Casa de Corazón Score: 35/100

    Edina Daycare Spanish Immersion & After School Programs

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Grandma's House Children's Center Score: 32/100

    Children's Day Care

    Programs: There are only 1,825 days from birth to the first day of kindergarten, Contact us to schedule a visit or to learn more., Living Options Skilled Nursing Transitional Care, Skilled Nursing Long Term Care, Hospice Care, Respite Care, Spiritual Care, Children’s Day Care, Photos, Life at Redeemer, Find a Community, Give, Events, Senior Housing Development, Roomy indoor play areas, Large outdoor play space, Comfortable nap areas, Nutritious meals and snacks, Tables, chairs and supplies for learning and creative activity, Christian Based culture emphasizes honesty, respectfulness and kindness, Educated teachers model positive, helpful interactions, Learning through formal teacher direction as well as play, peer interaction and activities, Basic skills teaching along with: Culture · Diversity · Music · Art · Literature, Children learn at their own rate, without pressure to achieve milestones, Regularly scheduled activities with the “grandmas and grandpas,” residents of Redeemer, Engagement in reading, crafts, play or simply talking and listening, Special friendships span the generations, Joy Filled interactions are uniquely memorable and priceless, URL This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Kinderberry Hill Score: 30/100

    Preschool and Daycare in Minneapolis, MN

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Gartner School Score: 29/100

    The Gardner School of Minneapolis

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Como Early Learning Center Score: 28/100

    Como Early Learning Center

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Bright Horizons Score: 27/100

    Bright Horizons is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool. Website: http://brighthorizons.com.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Casa de Corazon Score: 27/100

    Casa de Corazon is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: https://casaearlylearning.com/location/edina-mn-5oth-france/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Center of Excellence Preschool and Learning Center Score: 27/100

    Center of Excellence Preschool and Learning Center is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://centerofexcellencepreschool.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Como Early Learning Center Score: 27/100

    Como Early Learning Center is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.comoelc.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Creekside Montessori School Score: 27/100

    Creekside Montessori School is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, elementary school, school. Website: http://www.creeksidemontessorimpls.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Greenbrier Montessori Score: 27/100

    Greenbrier Montessori is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, elementary school, home service. Website: https://linktr.ee/greenbriermontessori.

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, Home service. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Hidden Meadow Montessori Score: 27/100

    Hidden Meadow Montessori is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: https://hiddenmeadowmontessori.godaddysites.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Jardin Kingfield Score: 27/100

    Jardin Kingfield is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://jardinmn.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Joyce Preschool Score: 27/100

    Joyce Preschool is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.joycepreschool.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Lake Harriet United Methodist Preschool Score: 27/100

    Lake Harriet United Methodist Preschool is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.lakeharrietumpreschool.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — New Horizon Academy Score: 27/100

    New Horizon Academy is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, specialty school. Website: https://www.newhorizonacademy.net/location/minneapolis-downtown-east/.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Specialty school. View full profile →

  17. #17 — McKnight Early Childhood Family Development Center Score: 27/100

    Find a Center

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Mi Casa Montessori Home Preschool Score: 26/100

    Mi Casa Montessori Home Preschool is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://micasamontessorihomepreschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Girasol Montessori School Score: 25/100

    Girasol Montessori School is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.girasolmontessorimn.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  20. #20 — KinderCare Score: 25/100

    University KinderCare | Daycare, Preschool & Early Education in Minneapolis, MN

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Mayflower Early Childhood Center Score: 24/100

    Mayflower Early Childhood Center is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool. Website: http://www.mayflowerchildren.org.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Academia Elze Spanish Immersion Early Learning Center Score: 24/100

    Vivabu Spanish Immersion Child Care Center

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Four Directions Family Center Score: 24/100

    Four Directions Family Center is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, school, education. Website: http://www.thefamilypartnership.org/contact/locations/.

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Acorn Montessori Score: 22/100

    Acorn Montessori is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool. Website: https://minneapolisschoolfinder.org.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Bethlehem Child Care Center Score: 21/100

    Bethlehem Child Care Center is catalogued here for people researching daycares in Minneapolis, MN. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: Minneapolis, MN.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  26. #26 — Bright Prospects Cooperative Preschool Score: 20/100

    Bright Prospects Cooperative Preschool is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.brightprospectspreschool.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Elim Preschool (Minneapolis) Score: 20/100

    Elim Preschool (Minneapolis) is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.elimpreschoolmpls.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Grace Neighborhood Nursery School Score: 20/100

    Grace Neighborhood Nursery School is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.gracenns.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Green Earth Children's Academy Score: 20/100

    Green Earth Children's Academy is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.greenearthpreschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  30. #30 — Jack & Jill Preschool & Childcare Score: 20/100

    Jack & Jill Preschool & Childcare is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.jackandjilledu.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

The Directory information score is a 0–100 summary of captured profile and public review information. Fixed point limits apply to public ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience. Missing information contributes no points. A low score may reflect missing data; the score does not measure service quality or guarantee suitability. Read our full methodology →

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Minneapolis?
Casa de Corazón is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Minneapolis based on our Directory information score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and available profile information. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Minneapolis?
The Directory information score is a 0–100 summary of captured profile and public review information. Fixed point limits apply to public ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience. Missing information contributes no points. A low score may reflect missing data; the score does not measure service quality or guarantee suitability. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Minneapolis?
Childcare costs in Minneapolis vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.