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Top Daycare Centers in Mankato

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KinderCare Learning Center at Mankato

KinderCare Education

★★★★☆
4.7/5

KinderCare Mankato offers a comprehensive educational approach with research-based curriculum across all age groups. The center features highly qualified early childhood educators with ongoing professional development, maintaining excellent teacher-to-child ratios. Facilities include age-appropriate classrooms, secure entry systems, and outdoor play areas. Their curriculum focuses on literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development, with daily communication to parents through the KinderCare app. The center is known for its structured learning environment combined with nurturing care and strong safety protocols.

Experience:15 years
Reviews:42 parent reviews
1910 Northwood Drive, Mankato, MN 56003

Daycare Services:

Infant CareToddler CarePreschoolPre-KBefore & After School CareSummer Camp
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Little Sprouts Learning Center

Independent

★★★★☆
4.8/5

Little Sprouts provides a nature-inspired, play-based learning environment with certified early childhood teachers. The center emphasizes hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, and individualized developmental tracking. Features include a large natural playground, organic garden for children to tend, and nutrition-focused meal programs. Staff maintain low child-to-teacher ratios and participate in continuous training. The curriculum integrates STEM activities, creative arts, and social skills development, with regular parent-teacher conferences and detailed progress reports.

Experience:12 years
Reviews:68 parent reviews
1615 Warren Street, Mankato, MN 56001

Daycare Services:

Infant CareToddler CarePreschoolPre-KBefore & After School Care
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The Goddard School of Mankato

Goddard Systems, Inc.

★★★★☆
4.6/5

The Goddard School offers F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic preparation with social development and citizenship. The center features state-licensed teachers with bachelor's or associate degrees in early childhood education. Facilities include secure keypad entry, age-specific learning centers, and multiple playgrounds. The curriculum emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and technology through play-based learning. The school maintains rigorous safety standards with comprehensive background checks for staff and regular safety drills.

Experience:8 years
Reviews:35 parent reviews
2000 Bassett Drive, Mankato, MN 56001

Daycare Services:

Infant CareToddler CarePreschoolPre-KindergartenBefore & After School CareSummer Camp