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Best Daycare Centers in Lake Orion, MI

Compare 15 daycare centers in Lake Orion. Average rating: 4.67/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lake Orion, Michigan at a glance

Daycares
15
Avg rating
4.67/5
Parent reviews
71
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Lake Orion has 15 licensed daycares with 71 parent reviews averaging 4.67/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48360 zip code, averaging 4.8 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lake Orion

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
    Divine Grace Lutheran Church
    4.62 score
    4.8(17)

    3000 S Lapeer Road, Lake Orion, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 90 children

    Divine Grace Lutheran Church operates a highly-regarded preschool and school program in Lake Orion with consistently excellent feedback. Parents praise the caring, invested teachers, strong faith-based curriculum, and welcoming community atmosphere that supports academic, social, and spiritual development.

    Caring and patient teacherssafe and welcoming environmentfaith-centered educationstrong sense of community
  2. 2
    Kids Corner
    4.06 score
    4.1(9)

    1870 W. Clarkston Road, Lake Orion, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children

    Kids Corner receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and child development support. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about security measures, staff professionalism, and incident reporting procedures.

    Caring and loving stafffamily-like atmospherestrong kindergarten preparationsafe environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Lake Orion

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Lake Orion, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.55avg rating
7 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
5 daycares

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lake Orion zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
483606
4.8
1
483626
4.55
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lake Orion (20–349 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lake Orion based on parent reviews

Divine Grace Lutheran Church

4.8(17)

3000 S Lapeer Road, Lake Orion, MI

Divine Grace Lutheran Church operates a highly-regarded preschool and school program in Lake Orion with consistently excellent feedback. Parents praise the caring, invested teachers, strong faith-based curriculum, and welcoming community atmosphere that supports academic, social, and spiritual development.

Caring and patient teacherssafe and welcoming environmentfaith-centered education

Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool

4.8(3)

1950 South Baldwin Road, Lake Orion, MI

One parent describes the facility as a great church with welcoming members and a fantastic pastor, noting the availability of contemporary and traditional services. Another reviewer highlights the cool playground, though they caution that the spinny thing can go very fast and one parent reported vomiting on it.

welcoming membersfantastic pastorcontemporary and traditional services

Sunny Day Preschool

5(2)

140 E. Flint, Lake Orion, MI

One parent describes the program as the best with excellent teachers, while another notes a personal sadness regarding their brother's departure. The few reviews highlight staff quality and the emotional impact of attendance.

best programbest teachers

Kids Corner

4.1(9)

1870 W. Clarkston Road, Lake Orion, MI

Kids Corner receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and child development support. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about security measures, staff professionalism, and incident reporting procedures.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like atmospherestrong kindergarten preparation

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Daycare types in Lake Orion

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 5

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Daycare Centers in Lake Orion, Michigan

There are 15 daycare centers in Lake Orion, 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 Lake Orion have an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 71 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lake Orion, 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 Lake Orion

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Sunny Day Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the program as the best with excellent teachers, while another notes a personal sadness regarding their brother's departure. The few reviews highlight staff quality and the emotional impact of attendance.

best programbest teachers
Address
140 E. Flint, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 693-9330
Divine Grace Lutheran Church
Church Daycare
4.8

Divine Grace Lutheran Church operates a highly-regarded preschool and school program in Lake Orion with consistently excellent feedback. Parents praise the caring, invested teachers, strong faith-based curriculum, and welcoming community atmosphere that supports academic, social, and spiritual development.

Caring and patient teacherssafe and welcoming environmentfaith-centered education
Address
3000 S Lapeer Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 391-2811
Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

One parent describes the facility as a great church with welcoming members and a fantastic pastor, noting the availability of contemporary and traditional services. Another reviewer highlights the cool playground, though they caution that the spinny thing can go very fast and one parent reported vomiting on it.

welcoming membersfantastic pastorcontemporary and traditional services
Address
1950 South Baldwin Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 391-7244
Kids Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Kids Corner receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and child development support. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about security measures, staff professionalism, and incident reporting procedures.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like atmospherestrong kindergarten preparation
Address
1870 W. Clarkston Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 814-9096
St. Joseph Catholic School
Church Daycare
Address
703 N. Lapeer Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 693-6215
Stadium Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
244 Stadium Drive, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 693-5475
Webber Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3191 W Clarkston Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 391-5472
Orion Oaks Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1255 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 393-0016
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Lake Orion receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and positive learning environment. Parents consistently report that their children are happy, well-prepared academically and socially, and benefit from strong teacher-parent communication. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the center highly.

caring and kind staffstrong communication with parentsclean classrooms
Address
935 E. Silverbell, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 364-4401
Heartfelt Impressions Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Heartfelt Impressions Learning Center in Lake Orion receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting exceptional staff, caring environment, and strong child development focus. Parents report their children enjoy attending daily and appreciate the center's communication, curriculum, and accommodations.

Caring and passionate teacherswarm and nurturing environmentstrong child development tracking
Address
2308, 2810 S. Lapeer Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 622-4499
Blanche Sims Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
465 E. Jackson St., Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 693-5460
Pee Wee Patch Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1796 South Lapeer Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 814-1010
St. Joseph Catholic School-Christ The Redeemer
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2700 Waldon Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 391-1621
Paint Creek Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2800 Indianwood, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 814-1724
Community Education Resource Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents describe the pre-K program and staff as fantastic, friendly, and efficient, with one noting the organization's commitment to community resources. Conversely, a single review criticizes the facility's locker rooms as extremely poor.

Fantastic pre-K programfriendly and polite staffefficient registration process
Address
455 E Scripps Road, Lake Orion, MI
Phone
(248) 693-5439

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Frequently asked questions

There are 15 all daycares in Lake Orion, Michigan. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Lake Orion have an average Google rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lake Orion, 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
Lake Orion offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Lake Orion for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lake Orion 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.