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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
    Explorers Learning Center Blue
    4.6 score
    4.8(15)

    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
    Wlace Rp Mcmillan Early Childhood Center
    4.45 score
    4.9(5)

    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
    Bright Beginnings Preschool And Day Care
    4.22 score
    4.3(14)

    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
    Orchard View Early Elementary - Gustafson Campus
    3.95 score
    3.9(5)

    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
    The Hop INC. Your Neighborhood Child Care Center
    3.47 score
    3.3(15)

    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 types in Muskegon

Child Daycare & Preschools 22Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 10

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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

Showing 35 results

Moon Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1826 Hoyt Street, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 720-2561
Muskegon Pub Sch K-6 Marquette
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
480 Bennett Street, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 720-2635
Maisd-Orchard View Community Building
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1765 Ada Ave, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 760-1778
Glenside Head Start & Kid'S World Learning Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1213 W. Hackley Avenue, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 720-2560
Wlace Reeths Puffer Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
874 E. Giles, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 893-1091

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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.