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Best Daycare Centers in Kalkaska, MI

Compare 5 daycare centers in Kalkaska. Average rating: 4.05/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Kalkaska, Michigan at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
4.05/5
Parent reviews
22
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Kalkaska has 5 licensed daycares with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.05/5.80% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Kalkaska.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kalkaska

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
    Kalkaska Mem Intergen Center
    3.28 score
    3.1(20)

    419 S. Coral Street, Kalkaska, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

    The reviews provided do not pertain to the daycare center's services. Instead, they describe experiences at Kalkaska Memorial Hospital's emergency room and affiliated medical facilities. This appears to be a data collection error.

    Professional and knowledgeable medical staffkind and caring atmosphereefficient serviceclean facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Kalkaska

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.1avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Kalkaska zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
496465
4.05
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Kalkaska (18–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Kalkaska based on parent reviews

St Paul Lutheran Preschool

5(2)

2470 Beebe Rd, Kalkaska, MI

One parent describes the facility as a wonderful, safe, and healthy environment for children to grow and learn. Another reviewer notes that it is a welcoming church offering traditional services.

Safe environmenthealthy settingwelcoming atmosphere

Kalkaska Mem Intergen Center

3.1(20)

419 S. Coral Street, Kalkaska, MI

The reviews provided do not pertain to the daycare center's services. Instead, they describe experiences at Kalkaska Memorial Hospital's emergency room and affiliated medical facilities. This appears to be a data collection error.

Professional and knowledgeable medical staffkind and caring atmosphereefficient service

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Daycare types in Kalkaska

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1

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Daycare Centers in Kalkaska, Michigan

There are 5 daycare centers in Kalkaska, 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 Kalkaska have an average rating of 4.05 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Kalkaska, 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 Kalkaska

Showing 5 results

St Paul Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One parent describes the facility as a wonderful, safe, and healthy environment for children to grow and learn. Another reviewer notes that it is a welcoming church offering traditional services.

Safe environmenthealthy settingwelcoming atmosphere
Address
2470 Beebe Rd, Kalkaska, MI
Phone
(231) 258-9258
Kalkaska Mem Intergen Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

The reviews provided do not pertain to the daycare center's services. Instead, they describe experiences at Kalkaska Memorial Hospital's emergency room and affiliated medical facilities. This appears to be a data collection error.

Professional and knowledgeable medical staffkind and caring atmosphereefficient service
Address
419 S. Coral Street, Kalkaska, MI
Phone
(231) 258-7509
Cisnwmi - Kalkaska Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1700 West Kalkaska Street, Kalkaska, MI
Phone
(231) 587-5044
Nmcaa Preschool - Kalkaska St
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1700 W Kalkaska St, Kalkaska, MI
Phone
(231) 258-4040
Kps Preschool And Latchkey
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
309 N. Birch Street, Kalkaska, MI
Phone
(231) 258-8629

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Kalkaska, Michigan. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Kalkaska have an average Google rating of 4.05 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Kalkaska, 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
Kalkaska offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Kalkaska for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Kalkaska 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.