Licensed Daycare in Side Lake, Minnesota

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Side Lake?

Statewide averages in Minnesota run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1020/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Side Lake?

Minnesota families can apply for Minnesota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (651) 431-3809). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Minnesota avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Side Lake

ChildCare Aware reports the Minnesota average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,020/month for preschool. City-level prices in Side Lake vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Minnesota families may also qualify for Minnesota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (651) 431-3809).

Full Minnesota licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Minnesota Department of Human Services — Licensing Division
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 81 kids

ZIP codes covered

55781 3

Program types in Side Lake

Infant & Toddler Center

2 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

All Side Lake licensed centers

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E Infant Care

Eagan Bright Futures Daycare #200

Side Lake

Preschool (2-5) Cap 107

K Infant Care

Kids R Us Rochester #144

Side Lake

Preschool (2-5) Cap 25

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Side Lake, Minnesota?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Side Lake, Minnesota, sourced from Minnesota Department of Human Services — Licensing Division. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Side Lake?

Statewide averages in Minnesota run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1020/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Side Lake daycares?

All licensed Minnesota centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Side Lake typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Side Lake?

Minnesota families can apply for Minnesota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (651) 431-3809). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Side Lake daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Minnesota Department of Human Services — Licensing Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.