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Best Daycare Centers in Holland, MI

Compare 36 daycare centers in Holland. Average rating: 4.67/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Holland, Michigan at a glance

Daycares
36
Avg rating
4.67/5
Parent reviews
91
Top rated (4.5+)
9

Holland has 36 licensed daycares with 91 parent reviews averaging 4.67/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 75% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 49424 (avg 5 stars), while 49423 has the largest selection (24 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Holland

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Harderwyk Little People'S Place
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    1619 Lakewood Blvd, Holland, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

    The reviews appear to be for Harderwyk Ministries, a church, rather than the daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality sermons, multiple service options, and youth programs. Parents highlight the friendly atmosphere and family-oriented environment.

    Welcoming and supportive communityquality preaching and Bible-centered teachingsmultiple service times and styles availableyouth programs and social events
  2. 2
    Buen Pastor Day Care Center At 3rd Reformed Church
    4.49 score
    4.7(12)

    111 W 13th St, Holland, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 69 children

    The reviews do not contain feedback from parents about the daycare center itself. Instead, reviews describe experiences at the church facility, including worship services, events, and community activities. The facility is consistently praised for its appearance and welcoming atmosphere.

    Beautiful and well-maintained buildingfriendly and kind staffclean facilitieswelcoming community
  3. 3
    St. Francis Desales Pre-School
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    171 W. 13th Street, Holland, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    St. Francis DeSales is a welcoming Catholic parish in Holland with strong community engagement and multilingual services. Parents consistently praise the spiritual atmosphere, inclusive environment, and supportive priest community. The facility also offers childcare services during mass that visitors can access.

    Welcoming and inclusive communitybeautiful facilitiesexperienced pastoral staffmultilingual services (English

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Holland

4.5 - 5.0
9
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Holland, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.92avg rating
20 daycares · 8 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
8 daycares

Church Daycare

4.17avg rating
7 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Holland zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4942412
5
2
4942324
4.61
7

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Holland (17–164 children)

Small

up to 30 children

10

Medium

31–75 children

15

Large

76–150 children

10

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Holland based on parent reviews

Harderwyk Little People'S Place

5(8)

1619 Lakewood Blvd, Holland, MI

The reviews appear to be for Harderwyk Ministries, a church, rather than the daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality sermons, multiple service options, and youth programs. Parents highlight the friendly atmosphere and family-oriented environment.

Welcoming and supportive communityquality preaching and Bible-centered teachingsmultiple service times and styles available

Buen Pastor Day Care Center At 3rd Reformed Church

4.7(12)

111 W 13th St, Holland, MI

The reviews do not contain feedback from parents about the daycare center itself. Instead, reviews describe experiences at the church facility, including worship services, events, and community activities. The facility is consistently praised for its appearance and welcoming atmosphere.

Beautiful and well-maintained buildingfriendly and kind staffclean facilities

St. Francis Desales Pre-School

4.4(20)

171 W. 13th Street, Holland, MI

St. Francis DeSales is a welcoming Catholic parish in Holland with strong community engagement and multilingual services. Parents consistently praise the spiritual atmosphere, inclusive environment, and supportive priest community. The facility also offers childcare services during mass that visitors can access.

Welcoming and inclusive communitybeautiful facilitiesexperienced pastoral staff

Toddlerville Lc

5(2)

512 S. Waverly Rd., Holland, MI

One parent describes the center as an amazing place where children are well cared for by a loving staff. Another reviewer, who is also an employee, highlights the supportive coworkers and expresses love for the families they serve.

loving staffwell-cared for childrensupportive coworkers

Gateway Preschool

5(2)

461 Van Raalte, Holland, MI

The few reviews so far describe GATEWAY PRESCHOOL as a good school and the best option. Parents express high satisfaction with their experience at this center-based program in Holland, Michigan.

best schoolgood school

Gateway Preschool - Rose Park

5(2)

556 Butternut Drive, Holland, MI

A parent highlights the friendly, safe, and compassionate environment created by the teachers, noting that their child enjoys the staff. The few reviews so far mention a welcoming atmosphere where everyone greets visitors warmly.

friendly teacherssafe environmentcompassionate staff

Map

Daycare types in Holland

Child Daycare & Preschools 20Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 7Before or After School Daycare 8

Browse by type in Holland

🎨 Preschools 13✝️ Christian Daycare 3

Daycare Centers in Holland, Michigan

There are 36 daycare centers in Holland, Michigan. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Holland have an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.92 stars. Our analysis covers 91 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Holland, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Holland

Showing 36 results

Lakewood Elementary Gsrp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2134 W. Lakewood Blvd, Holland, MI
Phone
(616) 786-1300
Tracie'S Montessori Children'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
196 N. 120th, Holland, MI
Phone
(616) 218-4232
Ymca Child Care At Lakeshore Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3765 N. 168th Ave., Holland, MI
Phone
(616) 786-1407
Rainbow Child Care Center-Ho2
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10240 Adams St., Holland, MI
Phone
(616) 748-9932
Gilden Woods Early Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools

Gilden Woods receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum, and strong communication. One parent raised concerns about recurring staffing shortages leading to room closures, mask compliance issues, latex allergy exposure, and pricing compared to competitors.

Friendly and attentive staffexcellent parent communicationclean facilities
Address
623 S. Waverly Rd., Holland, MI
Phone
(616) 393-6525
Hawkeye Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4317 46th St., Holland, MI
Phone
(269) 751-5372

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Frequently asked questions

There are 36 all daycares in Holland, Michigan. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Holland have an average Google rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Holland, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Michigan's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Michigan)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Holland offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 7 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 8 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Michigan typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Holland for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Holland must be licensed by Michigan's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.