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Best Daycare Centers in Milford, MI

Compare 9 daycare centers in Milford. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Milford, Michigan at a glance

Daycares
9
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Milford has 9 licensed daycares with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.65/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48381 zip code, averaging 4.72 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Milford

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
    Milford Cooperative Preschool
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    1650,525 Hickory St, Milford, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Milford Cooperative Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its play-based, HighScope curriculum and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, mixed-age classrooms, and meaningful opportunities for parent involvement in their children's early education.

    Play-based learning approachHighScope curriculumcaring and dedicated teachersmixed-age classrooms
  2. 2
    School Bell
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    4501 W Highland Rd, Milford, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

    School Bell is highly praised by parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who provide excellent care and support child development. Parents consistently report their children love attending and feel confident leaving them in capable hands. The facility is clean, organized, and offers flexible hours at fair pricing.

    Excellent staff with low turnoverchild development and speech progressclean and organized facilityflexible hours
  3. 3
    Milford Country Day
    3.94 score
    3.9(9)

    1665 S. Milford Rd., Milford, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Milford Country Day receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and long-term employee stability. Parents report their children are happy, well-prepared academically and socially, and thrive in a nurturing, educational environment.

    Caring and loving staffwarm and welcoming atmospherelong-term staff familiaritystrong curriculum balancing education and fun

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Milford

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.58avg rating
8 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Milford zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
483817
4.72
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Milford (30–206 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Milford based on parent reviews

Milford Cooperative Preschool

5(8)

1650,525 Hickory St, Milford, MI

Milford Cooperative Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its play-based, HighScope curriculum and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, mixed-age classrooms, and meaningful opportunities for parent involvement in their children's early education.

Play-based learning approachHighScope curriculumcaring and dedicated teachers

Christ Lutheran Preschool And Kindergarten

5(4)

620 General Motors Rd, Milford, MI

Parents highlight the small class sizes, strong academic preparation, and joyful atmosphere at this religious preschool. Reviewers note significant growth in reading skills and social confidence, with teachers praised for their warmth, structure, and faith-based instruction.

smaller class sizesolid learning environmentfun atmosphere

School Bell

4.6(6)

4501 W Highland Rd, Milford, MI

School Bell is highly praised by parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who provide excellent care and support child development. Parents consistently report their children love attending and feel confident leaving them in capable hands. The facility is clean, organized, and offers flexible hours at fair pricing.

Excellent staff with low turnoverchild development and speech progressclean and organized facility

Friends Preschool/Kindergarten

5(1)

1200 Atlantic Street, Milford, MI

One parent highly recommends FRIENDS PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN, noting that their daughter loved the program and the staff was kind. The reviewer appreciated the team's flexibility and accommodating approach to their challenging schedule.

Kind staffloved by childflexible

All-Stars Preschool LLC

4.4(3)

3290 S Hickory Ridge, Milford, MI

Parents highlight the facility's spacious grounds and affectionate staff, noting that children leave with strong academic foundations and life skills. However, one account details a frustrating experience regarding the delayed return of a refundable deposit.

spacious facilityaffectionate staffstrong academic preparation

Milford Country Day

3.9(9)

1665 S. Milford Rd., Milford, MI

Milford Country Day receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and long-term employee stability. Parents report their children are happy, well-prepared academically and socially, and thrive in a nurturing, educational environment.

Caring and loving staffwarm and welcoming atmospherelong-term staff familiarity

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Daycare types in Milford

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Church Daycare 1

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Daycare Centers in Milford, Michigan

There are 9 daycare centers in Milford, 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 Milford have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Milford, 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 Milford

Showing 9 results

Christ Lutheran Preschool And Kindergarten
Church Daycare
5

Parents highlight the small class sizes, strong academic preparation, and joyful atmosphere at this religious preschool. Reviewers note significant growth in reading skills and social confidence, with teachers praised for their warmth, structure, and faith-based instruction.

smaller class sizesolid learning environmentfun atmosphere
Address
620 General Motors Rd, Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 684-6773
Milford Cooperative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Milford Cooperative Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its play-based, HighScope curriculum and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, mixed-age classrooms, and meaningful opportunities for parent involvement in their children's early education.

Play-based learning approachHighScope curriculumcaring and dedicated teachers
Address
1650,525 Hickory St, Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 685-0021
Friends Preschool/Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highly recommends FRIENDS PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN, noting that their daughter loved the program and the staff was kind. The reviewer appreciated the team's flexibility and accommodating approach to their challenging schedule.

Kind staffloved by childflexible
Address
1200 Atlantic Street, Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 685-6086
School Bell
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

School Bell is highly praised by parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who provide excellent care and support child development. Parents consistently report their children love attending and feel confident leaving them in capable hands. The facility is clean, organized, and offers flexible hours at fair pricing.

Excellent staff with low turnoverchild development and speech progressclean and organized facility
Address
4501 W Highland Rd, Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 887-3013
All-Stars Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight the facility's spacious grounds and affectionate staff, noting that children leave with strong academic foundations and life skills. However, one account details a frustrating experience regarding the delayed return of a refundable deposit.

spacious facilityaffectionate staffstrong academic preparation
Address
3290 S Hickory Ridge, Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 676-8700
Milford Country Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Milford Country Day receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and long-term employee stability. Parents report their children are happy, well-prepared academically and socially, and thrive in a nurturing, educational environment.

Caring and loving staffwarm and welcoming atmospherelong-term staff familiarity
Address
1665 S. Milford Rd., Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 685-8123
Rising Stars Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1225 General Motors Road, Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 529-6325
Kurtz Preschool And School Age Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1350 Kurtz Drive, Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 684-8005
Johnson Sch Age Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
515 General Motor Road, Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 684-8016

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 all daycares in Milford, Michigan. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Milford have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Milford, 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
Milford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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 Milford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Milford 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.