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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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Wee Folk Rockford C C Ctr INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
723 Byrne Industrial Drive, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 866-4740
Northern Lights Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Northern lights YMCA Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from visitors who praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and affordable family programs. Reviewers highlight diverse amenities including a gym, pool, sauna, hot tub, and weight room, along with special events and activities for families.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffaffordable family plan
Address
803 29th Street, Gladstone, MI
Phone
(906) 789-0202
Sugarbush Head Start Rooms A-14
Headstart Programs
4.6

Sugarbush Head Start is highly praised for its clean, spacious facilities and wide range of community programs and events. Parents appreciate the senior activities, summer camp, community theater, and recreational programs like pickleball and exercise classes. The facility also hosts popular community events such as mom2mom sales and Easter activities.

Clean and spacious facilitydiverse activities and programsaffordable pricing
Address
48400 Sugarbush, New Baltimore, MI
Phone
(586) 648-2500
Precious Angels Christian Academy
Church Daycare
4.6

Precious Angels Christian Academy receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and welcoming family atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily updates and photos, patient teachers, Christian values integration, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple families report feeling confident leaving their children in care and high satisfaction after switching from other facilities.

Address
46000 Gratiot Avenue, Chesterfield Twp, MI
Phone
(586) 649-7286
Caterpillar Corner Childcare Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Caterpillar Corner Childcare Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents across all age groups. Parents praise the staff's kindness, communication, and flexibility, particularly for before/after school care and summer programs. Children reportedly enjoy attending and feel welcomed and comfortable.

Friendly and caring staffexcellent communicationflexible scheduling with before/after school care
Address
2168 N. Cedar Street, Holt, MI
Phone
(517) 889-5348
Stars & Stripes Kids Activity Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Stars & Stripes Kids Activity Center in Clarkston receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its clean, spacious gym environment, engaging and caring coaching staff, and well-organized programs including ninja warrior classes, gymnastics instruction, birthday parties, and toddler activities.

Friendly and encouraging coachesclean and spacious facilityattentive staff who go above and beyond
Address
4630 White Lake Road, Clarkston, MI
Phone
(248) 625-3547
Nene'S Little Angels Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Nene's Little Angels receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, engaging curriculum, strong communication with families, and noticeable developmental progress in their children. The owner, Nene, is specifically praised for her transparent communication, understanding approach, and willingness to work with families on individual needs.

caring and attentive staffowner
Address
25900 W. 7 Mile Rd., Redford, MI
Phone
(313) 353-5558
The Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Children's Center in Niles receives exceptional praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and comprehensive programming. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with particular recognition for individual teachers and diverse activities including summer camps, preschool, and faith-based education.

Dedicated and caring staffexperienced teachers (especially Ms. Judy)diverse summer programming
Address
210 Main Street, Niles, MI
Phone
(269) 683-0405
Busy Minds Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Busy Minds Child Care Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff and clean facility. The owner Ms. Hogan and staff member Ms. Johnson are frequently highlighted for their dedication to children's development and well-being. One reviewer noted concerns about Ms. Johnson's professionalism and communication style with parents.

Staff genuinely cares for childrenclean facilityearly opening hours (6:30 AM)
Address
20424 Plymouth Rd., Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 270-3844
Peace Lutheran Prekindergarten
Church Daycare
4.6

Peace Lutheran Prekindergarten receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and supportive community environment. However, one parent reported experiencing judgment and poor treatment from a teacher, including allegations that led to a CPS investigation which the parent claims were unfounded.

Caring and supportive staffengaging and interactive curriculumwell-organized administration
Address
6580 24 Mile Road, Shelby Twp, MI
Phone
(586) 731-4120
Circle Time Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Circle Time Preschool in Waterford receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated teachers and strong educational programs including GSRP Pre-K. Parents highlight the facility's family-like atmosphere, child development support, and effective preparation for elementary school. The owner is noted for being responsive and involved in the children's care.

Caring and patient teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartensocial and emotional development support
Address
6369 Williams Lake Rd., Waterford, MI
Phone
(248) 891-1351
Friendship Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Friendship Childcare Center receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the staff's professionalism, communication, and commitment to child development. Parents highlight the center's safe environment, flexible hours, quality food, and use of technology to keep families informed. Multiple reviewers note their children made significant developmental progress and look forward to attending.

Excellent staffstrong communicationsafe and positive environment
Address
19321 W. Chicago, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 414-1975
St John'S Lutheran Preschool & After School Care
Church Daycare
4.6

St. John's Lutheran Preschool & After School Care receives consistently high praise from parents for its Christ-centered approach, quality education, and caring staff. Parents highlight the tight-knit community, award-winning teachers, and nurturing environment that supports both academic and faith-based growth. The facility is well-regarded for its community involvement and welcoming atmosphere.

Patient and kind teacherswelcoming office staffaward-winning teaching staff
Address
505 E Carpenter St, Midland, MI
Phone
(989) 835-7041
Rosey'S Romper Room
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Rosey's Romper Room receives consistently outstanding feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff, educational programs, and safe environment. Children show strong academic preparation, social-emotional development, and genuine enthusiasm for attending. Parents highlight the center's reliability, consistent staffing, and attention to individual child needs.

Experienced and consistent staff with long tenurecaring and attentive teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
8116 Canton Center Road, Canton, MI
Phone
(734) 416-1580
A School For The Mind & Body
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

A School for the Mind & Body receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, child development, and clean facilities. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about staff conduct, management issues, and unresolved parent complaints.

caring and attentive staffchild feels safe and happyengaging age-appropriate learning activities
Address
936 S. Baldwin Road, Ste. 101, Clarkston, MI
Phone
(248) 814-7100
Spanish For Toddlers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Spanish for Toddlers in Clawson is highly praised by parents for its Spanish immersion program, caring and attentive teaching staff, and Montessori-based curriculum. Parents report their children develop strong Spanish language skills, show emotional attachment to teachers, and thrive developmentally. The center is described as a supportive community where families form lasting friendships.

Caring and loving teachersSpanish language immersionstrong language development outcomes
Address
509 Fisher Ct., Clawson, MI
Phone
(248) 797-6947
Ofmhs Home Of Love Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
9990 Grand River, 10025 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 933-0300
Children First Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Children First Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the clean facility, caring staff, and quality educational programs. Parents particularly highlight the owner's dedication, responsive communication, and success working with children with special needs. One negative review raises concerns about excessive outdoor time in hot weather.

Clean facility with regular disinfectionprofessional and responsive staffcaring owner
Address
17330 W. Mcnichols, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 397-9968
Appletree Christian Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise APPLETREE CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER in Rockford for excellent communication, caring staff, and engaging curriculum. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the center's hands-on learning approach, daily photo/video updates, and welcoming environment where children are genuinely excited to attend.

Excellent daily communication with detailed updates and photos/videoswarm and friendly staffstructured learning environment with hands-on activities
Address
6765 Courtland Dr. Ne, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 874-5437
Grandmas Daycare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Grandmas Daycare as a safe, clean, and welcoming facility with caring staff who treat children like their own. Reviews highlight the center's flexibility, outdoor activities, healthy meals, professional credentials, and strong sense of community and family. Multiple parents express high satisfaction and loyalty, with several having attended for multiple years.

Safe and clean environmentwelcoming and caring staffprofessional teachers with proper credentials
Address
2125 South Congress, Ypsilanti, MI
Phone
(734) 480-2371
Faithway Christian Child Care
Church Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise Faithway Christian Child Care (also referred to as CenterPoint) for its warm, caring staff who treat children as their own. Multiple families with long-term enrollment report positive experiences with age-appropriate curriculum, cleanliness, and responsive leadership.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitywarm welcome/cheerful greetings
Address
1225 Center Road, Burton, MI
Phone
(810) 743-0252
Sunny Skies Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Sunny Skies Child Care (also referred to as Green Garden) for its warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff who genuinely care for children's wellbeing. The facility is noted for its clean campus, organic/plant-based food options, outdoor time, play-based learning approach, and strong focus on socio-emotional development. Multiple families report smooth transitions and children who are excited to attend daily.

Caring and experienced staffclean facilityorganic and fresh food options
Address
10495 11 Mile Rd., Huntington Woods, MI
Phone
(248) 548-0290
Riverview Nursery INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Riverview Nursery is a parent-involved cooperative preschool highly praised by families. Parents consistently highlight the teacher Miss Lisa's dedication, kindness, and hands-on approach to creating a nurturing learning environment. The co-op model emphasizes strong community building, parental involvement, and field trips that enhance children's educational experiences.

Dedicated and caring teacher (Miss Lisa)hands-on and creative instructionstrong sense of community and family
Address
17510 Valade St., Riverview, MI
Phone
(734) 284-1966
Pippen Palace Child Care Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Pippen Palace Child Care Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the center's strong curriculum, dedicated staff, and significant developmental progress in their children's academic and social skills. Parents highlight the facility's professionalism, clean environment, and the passion of ownership, with many noting their children's readiness for kindergarten and long-term success after attending.

Strong academic curriculumdedicated and loving staffforeign language instruction
Address
15001 W Eight Mile Road, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 342-6320
Champions Magnolia Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Champions Magnolia Center for its caring staff, educational quality, and safe environment. Children show marked improvements in vocabulary, social skills, and academic progress. Parents appreciate the strong communication and feel confident in their children's care and development.

Excellent staff and teachersstrong academic curriculum including Spanish language instructionimproved vocabulary and social skills in children
Address
17050 Dorset Ave, Southfield, MI
Phone
(248) 552-1509
St Paul'S Early Childhood Center
Church Daycare
4.6

Note: The reviews provided are for St. Paul's Lutheran Church, not the Early Childhood Center specifically. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, quality worship services, and community involvement opportunities.

Welcoming and friendly communityquality pastoral leadershipmeaningful worship services
Address
420 W. Liberty St., Main Church/Annex, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 668-0887
Franklin Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Franklin Community Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring teachers, safe learning environment, and strong kindergarten preparation. However, one parent raised significant concerns about enrollment practices and lack of guaranteed advancement to the next class level.

Caring and dedicated teacherssafe environmentsmall class sizes
Address
26425 Wellington Road, Franklin, MI
Phone
(248) 626-6606
Grace Baptist Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

Grace Baptist Christian Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong academics, and faith-based environment. Parents appreciate daily outdoor activities, photo updates, small class sizes, and the welcoming atmosphere. One parent reported feeling their children were not prioritized.

Caring and patient staffstrong academic performanceChristian faith reinforcement
Address
4619 Mackinaw Road, Saginaw, MI
Phone
(989) 793-2129
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time DeWitt for its caring, compassionate staff and engaging educational activities across all age groups. The center is commended for excellent communication through apps with live feeds, parent involvement opportunities, and individualized support for children's transitions and needs. Families report their children thrive socially and academically in a nurturing environment.

Caring and compassionate staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsengaging age-appropriate activities
Address
1150 Commerce Park Drive, Dewitt, MI
Phone
(517) 668-0172
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center in Portage receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, strong sense of community, educational curriculum, and reliable operations. Many families have stayed for extended periods (5-15+ years), citing the center's family-like atmosphere and exceptional care.

Caring and knowledgeable staffstrong leadership (Director Nicole and Assistant Director Jessica)family-like atmosphere
Address
6500 Constitution, Portage, MI
Phone
(269) 324-4692

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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.