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35 Daycare Centers in Muskegon, Michigan

Browse all 35 daycare centers in Muskegon, Michigan. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Muskegon

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

    936 Oakridge Rd, Muskegon, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Parents consistently praise Explorers Learning Center Blue for its caring, knowledgeable staff and educational approach. Multiple reviewers highlight genuine teacher engagement, supportive management, and inclusive environment. Families report their children are excited to attend and thriving developmentally.

    Loving and attentive staffstrong child development knowledgeeducational curriculum with focus on gross motor skillsinclusive approach to diverse families
  2. 2

    2885 Hyde Park Road, Muskegon, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 309 children

    WLACE RP MCMILLAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER receives consistently high praise from parents. All five reviews award 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting satisfaction with the preschool and Head Start programs, teacher quality, and overall operations.

    Quality preschool programHead Start programdedicated teachersreliable service
  3. 3
    Grace Lutheran Preschool
    4.35 score
    4.7(5)

    2651 Shettler Rd., Muskegon, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children

    Grace Lutheran Preschool is highly rated by reviewers who praise its strong Christian faith-based approach rooted in Biblical teaching. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming family atmosphere and community involvement through events like car shows. The facility is noted for creating a supportive environment for families to grow spiritually together.

    Faith-based curriculum grounded in Biblewarm and friendly staffwelcoming family atmosphereactive community involvement
  4. 4
    Reach 4 Stars L L C
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    222 S Sheridan Drive, Muskegon, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    REACH 4 STARS LLC receives consistently high praise from parents, with most highlighting the friendly, active staff and engaging activities across age groups. Children reportedly enjoy their time there and come home excited about what they've learned. One parent raised concerns about pricing and toy cleanliness.

    Friendly staffengaging activitiesactive with all age groupschildren learn and have fun
  5. 5

    1220 Eastgate Street, Muskegon, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

    Bright Beginnings receives consistently high praise from parents for creating a safe, nurturing, and educational environment. Parents highlight the staff's patience, personalization, and dedication, with several noting the facility's security features and stable long-term team. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared-for, and engaged in learning.

    Patient and caring teacherspersonalized daily communication with parentssafe and clean facilityon-site chef
  6. 6

    2820 Macarthur Road, Muskegon, MI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 151 children

    Orchard View Early Elementary receives mixed reviews. Two parents praised the staff's hospitality and commitment to education, while three parents raised serious concerns about parental involvement in decisions, outdoor recess in dangerous cold temperatures, inadequate special education services, and poor staff communication and demeanor.

    Amazing hospitalityexcellent and committed staffgood educational foundation
  7. 7

    2495 Holton Road, Muskegon, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    The Hop has primarily positive reviews praising staff friendliness, educational programs, and kindergarten readiness. However, there are serious concerns raised about infant-to-staff ratios, unprofessional management, high fees, and health/safety practices.

    Friendly and professional staffcomprehensive preschool preparation for kindergartenvaried activities (field tripsyoga

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Muskegon based on parent reviews

Explorers Learning Center Blue

4.8(15)

936 Oakridge Rd, Muskegon, MI

Parents consistently praise Explorers Learning Center Blue for its caring, knowledgeable staff and educational approach. Multiple reviewers highlight genuine teacher engagement, supportive management, and inclusive environment. Families report their children are excited to attend and thriving developmentally.

Loving and attentive staffstrong child development knowledgeeducational curriculum with focus on gross motor skills

Wlace Rp Mcmillan Early Childhood Center

4.9(5)

2885 Hyde Park Road, Muskegon, MI

WLACE RP MCMILLAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER receives consistently high praise from parents. All five reviews award 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting satisfaction with the preschool and Head Start programs, teacher quality, and overall operations.

Quality preschool programHead Start programdedicated teachers

Grace Lutheran Preschool

4.7(5)

2651 Shettler Rd., Muskegon, MI

Grace Lutheran Preschool is highly rated by reviewers who praise its strong Christian faith-based approach rooted in Biblical teaching. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming family atmosphere and community involvement through events like car shows. The facility is noted for creating a supportive environment for families to grow spiritually together.

Faith-based curriculum grounded in Biblewarm and friendly staffwelcoming family atmosphere

Reach 4 Stars L L C

4.6(6)

222 S Sheridan Drive, Muskegon, MI

REACH 4 STARS LLC receives consistently high praise from parents, with most highlighting the friendly, active staff and engaging activities across age groups. Children reportedly enjoy their time there and come home excited about what they've learned. One parent raised concerns about pricing and toy cleanliness.

Friendly staffengaging activitiesactive with all age groups

Creative Child Preschool

5(2)

4200 Apple Avenue, Muskegon, MI

Bright Beginnings Preschool And Day Care

4.3(14)

1220 Eastgate Street, Muskegon, MI

Bright Beginnings receives consistently high praise from parents for creating a safe, nurturing, and educational environment. Parents highlight the staff's patience, personalization, and dedication, with several noting the facility's security features and stable long-term team. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared-for, and engaged in learning.

Patient and caring teacherspersonalized daily communication with parentssafe and clean facility

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Daycare Centers in Muskegon, Michigan

There are 35 daycare centers in Muskegon, Michigan. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Muskegon, 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 Muskegon

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Portside Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4753 Airline Rd., Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 747-7658
Muskegon Pub Sch K-6 Moon
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1826 Hoyt Street, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 720-2700
Creative Child Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4200 Apple Avenue, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 865-3936
Portside Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4759 Airline Rd., Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 747-7658
Solutions Unlimited-Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1753 Madison, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 288-1758
Explorers Learning Center White
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
947 W. Broadway Ave, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 747-7175
Wlace Rp Mcmillan Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

WLACE RP MCMILLAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER receives consistently high praise from parents. All five reviews award 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting satisfaction with the preschool and Head Start programs, teacher quality, and overall operations.

Quality preschool programHead Start programdedicated teachers
Address
2885 Hyde Park Road, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 893-1091
Explorers Learning Center Blue
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Explorers Learning Center Blue for its caring, knowledgeable staff and educational approach. Multiple reviewers highlight genuine teacher engagement, supportive management, and inclusive environment. Families report their children are excited to attend and thriving developmentally.

Loving and attentive staffstrong child development knowledgeeducational curriculum with focus on gross motor skills
Address
936 Oakridge Rd, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 747-7175
Grace Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Grace Lutheran Preschool is highly rated by reviewers who praise its strong Christian faith-based approach rooted in Biblical teaching. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming family atmosphere and community involvement through events like car shows. The facility is noted for creating a supportive environment for families to grow spiritually together.

Faith-based curriculum grounded in Biblewarm and friendly staffwelcoming family atmosphere
Address
2651 Shettler Rd., Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 777-3011
Reach 4 Stars L L C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

REACH 4 STARS LLC receives consistently high praise from parents, with most highlighting the friendly, active staff and engaging activities across age groups. Children reportedly enjoy their time there and come home excited about what they've learned. One parent raised concerns about pricing and toy cleanliness.

Friendly staffengaging activitiesactive with all age groups
Address
222 S Sheridan Drive, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 767-1400
Bright Beginnings Preschool And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Bright Beginnings receives consistently high praise from parents for creating a safe, nurturing, and educational environment. Parents highlight the staff's patience, personalization, and dedication, with several noting the facility's security features and stable long-term team. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared-for, and engaged in learning.

Patient and caring teacherspersonalized daily communication with parentssafe and clean facility
Address
1220 Eastgate Street, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 773-3221
Orchard View Early Elementary - Gustafson Campus
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

Orchard View Early Elementary receives mixed reviews. Two parents praised the staff's hospitality and commitment to education, while three parents raised serious concerns about parental involvement in decisions, outdoor recess in dangerous cold temperatures, inadequate special education services, and poor staff communication and demeanor.

Amazing hospitalityexcellent and committed staffgood educational foundation
Address
2820 Macarthur Road, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 760-1778
Jumpstart Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
2417 Sherman Boulevard, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 755-7199
The Hop INC. Your Neighborhood Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

The Hop has primarily positive reviews praising staff friendliness, educational programs, and kindergarten readiness. However, there are serious concerns raised about infant-to-staff ratios, unprofessional management, high fees, and health/safety practices.

Friendly and professional staffcomprehensive preschool preparation for kindergartenvaried activities (field trips
Address
2495 Holton Road, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 719-9100
Solutions Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
125 Catherine, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 288-1758
Orchard View Community Ed. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1765 Ada Ave., Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 760-1778
Lakeside Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2512 Denmark, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 720-2301
Muskegon Catholic Preschool - Small Blessings Cc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1145 W. Laketon, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 755-1980
Winter Sun Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5248 Henry Street, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 744-1028
Marquette Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
480 Bennett Street, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 720-2561
Cardinal Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2310 Marquette Ave, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 760-1557
Wlace Rp Central Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1807 W. Giles Rd., Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 893-1091
Shettler Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2187 E. Shettler Road, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 737-7595
Nelson Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
550 W. Grand Avenue, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 720-2200
Ross Park Head Start And Gsrp
Headstart Programs
Address
121 Randall Road, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 798-1773
Muskegon Pub Sch Pre K Oakview
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1420 Madison Street, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 720-2557
West Shore Lutheran
Church Daycare
Address
3225 Roosevelt Road, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 755-1048
Oakridge Preschool/Gsrp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1050 Carr Road, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 788-7600
Oakview Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1420 Madison, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 720-2561
Winter Sun Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1500 Whitehall Rd., Suite F, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 744-1028

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Frequently asked questions

There are 35 all daycares in Muskegon, Michigan. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Muskegon, 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
Muskegon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 10 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 Muskegon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Muskegon 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.