Child Care Centers, Family Child Care & Preschools in Balaton, MN

Balaton, Minnesota is served by 2 state-licensed child care providers. Use the care-type sections below to compare licensing, inspections, ratios, and program details.

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Family Child Care Homes in Balaton

2 licensed family child care homess are listed in Balaton. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Family Child Care Home Lensing Bobbie L Balaton, MN 56115 Capacity 12 Family Child Care Home Sherman Darleen J Balaton, MN 56115 Capacity 12

ZIP codes in Balaton

ZIP 56115Care providers
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How to pick care in Balaton

A practical first step is to check licensing status and inspection history, since that is the backbone of what is publicly known about a program. Then look at the things licensing does not measure - group sizes, caregiver consistency, and how the daily rhythm actually feels to your family.

For families in Balaton, MN, the key questions are availability and waitlists, tuition and fees, hours of operation, and how caregivers communicate with parents each day. A visit plus direct questions remains the surest way to judge whether a program fits.

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Frequently asked questions

How many care facilities does Balaton, MN have?
Based on current licensing data, Balaton is home to 2 state-licensed providers: 0 child care centers, 2 family child care homes, and 0 preschools.
How do Balaton facilities score on average quality ratings?
State licensing agencies publish quality ratings for some providers. Open individual facility pages in Balaton to view ratings where available.
Is child care in Balaton licensed?
Not every provider in this directory is licensed; state-licensed listings are. Licensing rules and costs vary by setting, so confirm licensing status and costs with the provider and at ChildCare.gov before deciding.

Data sources

Data source: ChildCare.gov state licensing resources and Head Start Service Locations (HHS/ACF). Data as of 2026-10-07. This page is informational and is not professional advice.

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