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4,370 Daycare Centers in Michigan

Browse 4,370 daycare centers across Michigan. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Michigan

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Michigan can make the decision-making process smoother.

Michigan has about 4,370 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Michigan. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Michigan

There are 4,370 daycares in Michigan: 288 headstart facilities, 876 before/after school centers, 426 religious facility daycares, and 2,780 childcare and preschool centers.

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Hearts And Hands
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Hearts and Hearts is a church-based daycare in Wixom with a 4.8/5 rating. Parents praise the flexible scheduling, structured weekly care plans, varied activities including outdoor play and chapel time, and family events. The facility and staff are described as kind, friendly, and welcoming.

Flexible schedulingweekly care plans provided in advancevariety of activities (outdoor play
Address
48380 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI
Phone
(248) 624-9525
Noor Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the school's strong educational program, noting that students become advanced, happy, and well-behaved. Reviewers specifically appreciate the teachers and report high satisfaction with their children's experience. The few reviews so far mention no complaints or negatives.

Education programHappy studentsWell-behaved students
Address
879 W. Auburn Road, Rochester Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 852-5657
St. Mary'S Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for St. Mary's Catholic Church, not the preschool/daycare program. Reviews praise the welcoming parish community, liturgical services, and clergy leadership, but do not contain feedback about the daycare facility itself.

Welcoming communitystrong liturgyinspirational clergy (Father Dave and Father Bill)
Address
406 E. Savidge, Spring Lake, MI
Phone
(616) 842-1282
St Paul'S Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool receives highly positive reviews from parents whose children attended, with particular praise for compassionate, patient teachers who support both academic and behavioral growth. Parents appreciate the comprehensive curriculum combining core subjects with enrichment activities like art and gym, as well as the caring attitude of the entire staff. However, some reviews reference concerns about the church community's reception of new or different at

Address
2673 W John Beers Rd, Stevensville, MI
Phone
(269) 429-1546
Miller Rd. Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.8

Miller Rd. Head Start, operated through Kingdom Ministries church in Lansing, receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring teachers and staff, welcoming environment, and quality care provided to children in the Head Start program.

Loving and non-judgmental staffwelcoming atmospherecaring teachers
Address
3000 W. Miller Rd., Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 827-2281
Grace Emanual Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.8

No parent reviews of the daycare program were found. The reviews listed are for Grace Emmanuel Baptist Church, not the Early Head Start daycare center. Unable to provide an accurate assessment of the daycare based on available information.

None mentioned for daycare
Address
3502 Lapeer Rd., Flint, MI
Phone
(810) 259-2775
Sunny Patch Learning Center-Bristol
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the staff's professionalism, compassion, and dedication to child development, noting that their children are happy and engaged. Reviewers specifically appreciate the detailed communication regarding activities and meals, as well as the center's success in supporting milestones like potty training.

Professional and compassionate staffhigh child happinesseffective potty training support
Address
1306 W Bristol Road, Flint, MI
Phone
(810) 347-1331
Preschool & Enrichment / Parents' Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

This appears to be a church-based facility rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the pastoral staff, music and youth programs, welcoming community atmosphere, and various church activities and services.

Strong pastoral and lay staffexcellent music and youth programscaring and service-minded community
Address
1589 W Maple Ave, Birmingham, MI
Phone
(248) 646-4889
Immanuel St James Luth Presch
Church Daycare
4.8

Note: The available reviews are for St. James Lutheran Church rather than the preschool program specifically. Reviewers praise the welcoming congregation, community involvement, pastoral leadership, and facility quality. The church is described as a caring community focused on faith development and neighborhood engagement.

Welcoming and caring congregationrelatable pastorbeautiful sanctuary with good acoustics
Address
2066 Oakwood Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 363-0505
Academy 4 Early Achievers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Academy 4 Early Achievers receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and passionate teaching staff, individualized attention to each child's academic and developmental needs, and strong communication through daily updates. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, safety protocols, and welcoming environment that makes both children and parents feel secure.

Passionate and caring teaching staffindividualized instruction meeting each child at their leveldaily updates and communication with parents
Address
43950 Garfield Rd, Clinton Township, MI
Phone
(586) 262-0399
Hatherly Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent reports high satisfaction with their son's progress in the Bridges program, highlighting the staff's responsiveness and care. Another reviewer specifically commends Ms. West as a favorite.

progress in the Bridges programresponsive staffcaring staff
Address
35201 Davison, Sterling Heights, MI
Phone
(586) 825-2880
Red Apple Preschool/Chapman Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Red Apple Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and stable staff, strong academic and social-emotional development, welcoming environment, and Christian-based curriculum. The facility maintains strict safety protocols and provides regular communication with families.

Consistent and caring staff with minimal turnoverstrong academic learning outcomesstructured curriculum with variety of activities
Address
28117 Milford Rd, New Hudson, MI
Phone
(248) 486-0492
Grace Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviews appear to be for Grace Lutheran Church rather than the preschool program. Reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, relatable pastor, and community feel. The church is described as friendly, non-judgmental, and actively involved in the community.

Welcoming environmentkind and relatable pastorfriendly congregation
Address
7525 32 Mile Road, Romeo, MI
Phone
(586) 752-9800
Brilliant Beginnings Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent highlights Tori as the sweetest staff member at Brilliant Beginnings ECC. This single review offers a positive perspective on the center's personnel.

Staff member identified as sweet
Address
23001 Gratiot, Eastpointe, MI
Phone
(586) 447-3020
Knox Christian School At Creation Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. They praise the church's biblical teaching, pastoral care, and community support, but do not contain information relevant to evaluating Knox Christian School at Creation Station as a daycare facility.

Biblical instructioncompassionate pastoral staffstrong community support
Address
25700 Crocker Boulevard, Harrison Township, MI
Phone
(586) 469-8500
Flushing Preschool And Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent highlights that their daughter enjoys attending the center. Another reviewer describes the facility as one of the high-quality options within the Fl Schools system.

Children enjoy attendinghigh quality
Address
409 Chamberlain, Flushing, MI
Phone
(810) 591-2319
Blessed Sacrament Preschool Extended Care & Kinde
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Note: The available reviews are for Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church/Parish, not specifically for the preschool/daycare program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, Pastor Fr. Rob's meaningful homilies, faith formation programming, and strong sense of parish family. The facility appears to offer quality religious education and youth ministry activities.

Welcoming and friendly communityPastor Fr. Rob Howe's engaging homiliesfaith formation and
Address
3109 Swede Rd, Midland, MI
Phone
(989) 835-6777
Lenawee'S Heart & Soul
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent describes Lenawee's Heart & Soul as a fantastic art and music studio that also offers a Creative Arts Academy for preschool and kindergarten students. The reviewer highlights various creative classes, parties, and open studio time, praising staff members Caryn and Valorie for their great work.

fantastic art and music studioCreative Arts Academy for preschool/kindergartenmusic classes
Address
128 E. Maumee Street, Adrian, MI
Phone
(517) 605-0143
Foundations Preschool Of Washtenaw County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the facility's exceptional quality, noting that staff are skilled, patient, and accommodating to family needs. Several families report that their children enjoy attending and value the friendly, empathetic environment provided by the teachers.

Highly skilled teacherspatient and empathetic stafffriendly and kind atmosphere
Address
3770 Packard Road, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 677-8130
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
The Creative Child Place Discovery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Creative Child Place Discovery School receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple decades. Parents highlight exceptional staff who provide individualized attention, a nature-based learning philosophy, clean facilities, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Families report long-term enrollment and deep satisfaction with the program's hands-on, play-based approach.

Caring and qualified teachersindividualized attention to each childnature-b
Address
2860 Albers Dr, Whitehall, MI
Phone
(231) 893-0088
Hass Cerc Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents praise HASS CERC CHILD CARE CENTER for its beautiful, well-maintained facilities and welcoming atmosphere. Staff and teachers are consistently described as wonderful and friendly. Children reportedly enjoy attending, with positive experiences across preschool programs and special events.

Beautiful building and facilitiesfriendly and wonderful staffclean environment
Address
520 W. South Street, Hastings, MI
Phone
(269) 818-0040
Sunny Patch Learning Center B
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the staff's professional, compassionate, and supportive approach, noting that children arrive home happy and engaged in various activities. One reviewer specifically praises the center for successfully potty training their child and providing detailed updates on daily routines and snacks.

Professional staffcompassionate caresuccessful potty training
Address
1160 Donaldson Street, Flint, MI
Phone
(810) 235-2444
Joyful Noise Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Joyful Noise Early Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and welcoming family-like environment. Parents report their children are safe, happy, and making strong academic and social progress. The center's Christian foundation, cleanliness, professional leadership, and structured curriculum are consistently commended.

Caring and dedicated staffwelcoming family-like environmentstrong academic preparation
Address
21551 Eleven Mile Rd, Southfield, MI
Phone
(248) 688-6547
Rochester Church Of Christ
Church Daycare
4.8

Rochester Church of Christ is a welcoming religious facility with consistently praised leadership and community involvement. Parents highlight the inclusive atmosphere, engaging sermons, and active charitable work. The facility and staff receive universal positive feedback.

Welcoming and inclusive environment regardless of belief or backgroundengaging pastor and worship leaderbeautiful building
Address
250 W. Avon Road, Rochester Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 650-3690
West Maple Nursery School At Lutheran Ch Of The R
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent expresses strong appreciation for the program, noting it helped their sister learn significantly. Another review highlights the staff's friendliness and the facility's cleanliness, though this reviewer assigned a lower rating.

Helpful learning environmentfriendly staffnice and clean
Address
1800 W Maple, Birmingham, MI
Phone
(248) 646-5155
Rainbow Child Care Center Ah 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Rainbow Child Care Center in Auburn Hills receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrive academically and socially in a nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong leadership, excellent communication through the center's app, and structured yet flexible daily activities. Multiple families have stayed for several years, citing significant child development and a welcoming 'home away from home' atmosphere.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong leadership (Ms. Justine and Chelsea noted)excellent daily communication via app with photos and updates
Address
2411 North Squirrel, Auburn Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 373-5999
Roundabouts Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Roundabouts Playschool for its caring, attentive staff who foster strong emotional bonds with children. The center is highly regarded for its nature-based learning approach, outdoor play emphasis, excellent communication via the Procare app, and demonstrated child development across speech, social skills, and independence.

Caring and invested staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsoutdoor/nature-based learning
Address
9370 Us 31, West Olive, MI
Phone
(616) 414-9494
Cathedral Of Faith Ministries (Head Start)
Headstart Programs
4.8

Cathedral of Faith Ministries is a church-based HEAD START program in Flint, Michigan with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the spiritual teachings, community support, and family-oriented environment. One parent specifically commended the school's work with children.

Biblical teachingsupportive communitywelcoming to all backgrounds
Address
6031 Dupont St., Flint, MI
Phone
(810) 591-5118
Pumpkin Patch Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Pumpkin Patch Early Childhood Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the quality of teachers, smooth transitions to kindergarten, and positive impact on children's experience. One parent expressed concerns about staff management, COVID-19 exposure protocols, and the decision not to close during an outbreak.

Caring and supportive teacherssmooth transition to kindergartenwelcoming environment with engaging activities
Address
4235 Crosby Rd, Flint, MI
Phone
(810) 591-3585

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4,370 all daycares across Michigan. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Michigan are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Michigan's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Michigan, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Michigan sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Michigan vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.