Licensed Daycare in Chatfield, Minnesota
3 licensed daycares in Chatfield, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Minnesota licensing records.
Chatfield listings updated May 2026 from official Minnesota records.
Daycare in Chatfield: what parents should know
Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare providers in Chatfield, Minnesota, with Infant Care the most common type (about 67% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Minnesota license at indexing time, sourced from Minnesota Department of Human Services — Licensing Division.
For age coverage, 2 centers in Chatfield report infant care (roughly 67% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early).
Together, licensed providers in Chatfield report capacity for roughly 147 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Chatfield childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Chatfield
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 Chatfield 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 overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Minnesota Department of Human Services — Licensing Division
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:7
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 49 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Chatfield
Largest licensed centers in Chatfield
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Chatfield licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Chatfield
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programMinnesota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(651) 431-3809 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Minnesota Department of Human Services — Licensing Division.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Chatfield, Minnesota are compiled from official Minnesota Department of Human Services — Licensing Division licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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