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 - Kingfield Score: 35/100

    Spanish Immersion Daycare Minneapolis

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Casa de Corazón Score: 35/100

    Edina Daycare Spanish Immersion & After School Programs

    Programs: General Childcare. 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 — Jardin Spanish Immersion Academy Score: 28/100

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  6. #6 — Como Early Learning Center Score: 28/100

    Como Early Learning Center

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  7. #7 — McKnight Early Childhood Family Development Center Score: 27/100

    Find a Center

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Tierra Encantada Score: 27/100

    Tierra Encantada is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: https://www.tierraencantada.com/.

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

  9. #9 — 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 →

  10. #10 — 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 →

  11. #11 — Southwest Montessori School Score: 27/100

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

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

  12. #12 — 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 →

  13. #13 — 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 →

  14. #14 — 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 →

  15. #15 — It Starts With Luv Score: 27/100

    Learning Center

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  16. #16 — 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 →

  17. #17 — Pillsbury Early Education Center Score: 26/100

    Pillsbury Early Education Center is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://pillsburyearlyeducation.org/.

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

  18. #18 — 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 →

  19. #19 — KinderCare Score: 25/100

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

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Southwest KinderCare Score: 25/100

    Southwest 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 — 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 →

  24. #24 — Tierra Encantada Score: 22/100

    Tierra Encantada is a Minneapolis, MN childcare center with public contact and service details collected for comparison. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 4012 Minnehaha Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55406.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  25. #25 — The Baby Blue Score: 22/100

    The Baby Blue is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, dance club, childrens clothing store. Website: https://law.resource.org/pub/us/code/blue/IndigoBook.html.

    Programs: Preschool, Dance club, Childrens clothing store. View full profile →

  26. #26 — 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 →

  27. #27 — Jewish Beginnings Score: 20/100

    Jewish Beginnings is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool. Website: https://www.jbeginnings.com/.

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

  28. #28 — Minnehaha Area Child Care Score: 20/100

    Minnehaha Area Child Care is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.maccschool.com/.

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

  29. #29 — Urban Arts Academy Score: 20/100

    Urban Arts Academy is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool. Website: http://www.urbanartsacademy.org.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  30. #30 — Judson Preschool Score: 20/100

    Judson Preschool is a childcare center in Minneapolis, MN. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://JudsonPreschool.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 - Kingfield 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.