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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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Babes In The Woods
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
17530-44 W. Mcnichols Road, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 533-0140
Kidz Clubhouse LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
4735 West River Drive, Suite B, Comstock Park, MI
Phone
(616) 784-7400
Faith Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4

Faith Lutheran Preschool in Grand Blanc is highly praised by parents for its welcoming, family-oriented environment and caring staff and pastors. Parents consistently report feeling supported, loved, and part of a community that helps families through all life stages. The facility is commended for its flexible approach to families' needs and strong biblical Christian foundation.

Caring and accommodating teacherswelcoming community atmospherefinancial flexibility for families
Address
12534 Holly Road, Grand Blanc, MI
Phone
(810) 694-9351
Mother'S Day Out Of First Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise First Baptist Church's welcoming and friendly atmosphere, strong biblical teaching under Pastor Pete's leadership, and excellent children's programs. The facility is well-maintained and the church is actively involved in community outreach and family activities.

Welcoming and friendly communityPastor Pete's leadership and sermonswell-renovated facility
Address
1110 Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI
Phone
(517) 543-6900
First Presbyterian Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4

Reviews primarily describe First Presbyterian Church as a welcoming, community-focused congregation with beautiful architecture and strong programming rather than specific daycare services. Most reviewers praise the church's inclusive atmosphere, volunteer work, and worship experience, though a few mention minor logistical issues.

Beautiful historic building with excellent acousticswelcoming diverse communitystrong youth and family programming
Address
321 West South Street, Kalamazoo, MI
Phone
(269) 250-9845
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time of Farmington Hills for its caring, experienced staff who create a nurturing environment where children thrive. The facility is noted for its strong curriculum, cleanliness, engaging activities, and low staff turnover. Children reportedly love attending and show excitement and emotional security with their teachers.

Caring and loving teacherslow staff turnoverstrong educational curriculum
Address
24440 Orchard Lake, Farmington Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 888-0614
Nmcaa Preschool - Cadillac Marty Paul
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Most reviewers praise the daycare's helpful and caring staff with strong community support services. However, one reviewer expressed frustration with the organization's inability to provide adequate assistance for homeless and disabled individuals despite advertised services.

friendly staffcaring professionalscommunity building
Address
1640 Marty Paul St, Cadillac, MI
Phone
(231) 775-7531
Miss Dee Dee'S Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Miss Dee Dee's Daycare for its caring, passionate staff, strong educational curriculum with weekly themes and activities, and safe, clean environment. Children show significant developmental growth and improved social skills, and parents report feeling welcomed and comfortable with the facility. The director is described as hands-on and empowering to both staff and children.

Passionatecaring staff who love childrenstrong curriculum and learning activities
Address
154 W. Maple Road, Troy, MI
Phone
(248) 362-3333
Baker/Donora Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4

Parents speak very highly of Baker/Donora Head Start, with all reviewers giving ratings of 4-5 stars. They praise the teachers and the program's educational and emotional benefits for preschool students. One parent emphasizes the long-term advantages of Head Start enrollment and encourages early application.

Amazing teachersgood for preschool studentssupports emotional growth
Address
840 Baker Street, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 482-1120
Temple Israel Early Childhood Center
Church Daycare
4.4

Temple Israel Early Childhood Center receives consistently high praise from community members for its welcoming and inclusive environment. Reviewers highlight excellent clergy, diverse programming, quality services, and strong community engagement. The facility is noted for its attentive staff and thoughtful attention to detail.

Welcoming and inclusive atmosphereexcellent rabbis and cantorsdiverse programming and classes
Address
5725 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield, MI
Phone
(248) 661-5750
St. Cyprian School
Church Daycare
4.4

St. Cyprian School is a religious facility in Riverview, Michigan with a 4.4/5 Google rating. Parents consistently praise it as a welcoming, loving community with inspiring spiritual services, friendly staff and volunteers, and strong music programs. The facility is noted for its community support and charitable initiatives.

Welcoming and loving communitywonderful volunteersinspiring homilies
Address
13249 Pennsylvania Road, Riverview, MI
Phone
(734) 285-9660
Lamphere Learning Ladder Edmonson
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
621 E. Katherine Ave, Madison Heights, MI
Phone
(248) 547-4123
Lamphere Learning Ladder Simonds
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
30000 Rose Street, Madison Heights, MI
Phone
(248) 547-7088
Beth'S Imagination Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Beth's Imagination Station receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong learning programs, frequent outdoor time, and excellent parent communication. Multiple families express they would have continued enrollment if not for relocating.

Caring and professional staffstrong Montessori-based learning approachfrequent outdoor activities (2x daily)
Address
80 E. Tienken Road, Rochester Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 651-6975
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time for exceptional care, education, and staff warmth. Families report their children thrive in the program, feel loved and safe, and enjoy attending daily. The center is noted for cleanliness, communication via app, and strong management support.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm welcoming atmospherechild development and educational focus
Address
6690 Old 28th Street Se, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 942-2124
Starfish Family Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Starfish Family Services for its caring, patient, and skilled staff who support child development across Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Reviewers highlight the center's educational approach, supportive family resources, and positive classroom environment. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress in their children during enrollment.

Caring and patient staffstrong child development outcomeseducational quality
Address
30000 Hiveley, Inkster, MI
Phone
(734) 728-3400
Lil People'S Place 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Lil' People's Place for exceptional, caring staff who build strong relationships with children and provide a nurturing, educational environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment from infancy through preschool, citing staff consistency, cleanliness, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents emphasize feeling confident in the care provided and describe the facility as an extension of their family.

Consistentcaring staff with strong relationships with childrenclean facility
Address
6475 Waldon Center, Clarkston, MI
Phone
(248) 620-8600
Helping Hands Christian Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Helping Hands Christian Learning Center in Lansing receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, educational programs, and convenient school transportation services. However, two recent reviews raise concerns about staff inexperience, lack of professionalism, and a serious incident involving child injury and facility negligence.

Loving and caring staffstrong educational programsschool transportation services
Address
2727 W. Holmes Road, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 882-8622
Hunter Elem Sch / Gsrp
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
21320 Roche Rd, Brownstown, MI
Phone
(734) 379-6395
Livonia Nursery INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
9601 Hubbard Street, Livonia, MI
Phone
(734) 422-0411
Presbyterian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4

Presbyterian Preschool in Niles is a religious facility with an average rating of 4.4/5. Most reviewers praise the church's community involvement, welcoming atmosphere, and spiritual leadership. One reviewer noted that office staff could be more friendly and engaging.

Community support and involvementwelcoming and inclusive environmentcaring pastoral leadership
Address
13 S Fourth St, Niles, MI
Phone
(269) 683-7600
Youth Development Company / Pal
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents overwhelmingly praise YDC for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and strong staff dedication. The facility is noted for safety, developmental support, engaging activities, and family-like atmosphere. One negative review mentions inexperienced leadership at a different YDC location (Bangor).

caring and dedicated staffsafe environmentdevelopmental milestone support
Address
7320 N. Shore Elementary, South Haven, MI
Phone
(269) 637-0560
Heritage Christian Academy
Church Daycare
4.4

Heritage Christian Academy is a highly-rated Christian school in Kalamazoo that parents praise for its Bible-based curriculum, small class sizes, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight the quality of dedicated teachers, opportunities for parental involvement, and balanced focus on both academic and spiritual development. The school is noted as a welcoming environment where students thrive both academically and spiritually.

Bible-based curriculumsmall class sizesfamily feel
Address
6312 Quail Run Drive, Kalamazoo, MI
Phone
(269) 372-1400
Ymca Childcare At Duncan Lake
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
9751 Duncan Lake Road, Caledonia, MI
Phone
(616) 891-6223
Mt. Calvery Lutheran
Church Daycare
4.4

Mt. Calvery Lutheran is a nearly 100-year-old church facility in Detroit that operates a Head Start program. Parents consistently praise the clean, friendly environment, caring staff, and positive experience for children.

Clean facilityfriendly staffHead Start program quality
Address
17100 Chalmers Street, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 527-3366
Our Kidz World Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
16060 Moross Road, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 372-4012
Kids Junction LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Kids Junction for providing warm, nurturing care with attentive staff who treat children like family. Families appreciate the strong communication, photo updates, and developmental support across infant through preschool classrooms. Multiple families chose to leave only due to relocating out of state, indicating high satisfaction.

Caring and attentive staffstrong parent-teacher communicationphoto updates
Address
8111 Wiloray Ave, Shelby Township, MI
Phone
(586) 726-2005
Midland Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Midland Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents who report exceptional staff, strong communication, and effective Montessori education. Parents highlight significant developmental gains in their children's independence, confidence, and love of learning, with many noting successful transitions to kindergarten.

Passionate and caring staffexcellent communication from administrationMontessori method effectiveness
Address
5709 Eastman Ave, Midland, MI
Phone
(989) 835-3921
Sha-Sha Kiddy Korner
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

SHA-SHA KIDDY KORNER receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with many praising the friendly and caring staff, child safety, and learning environment. Most reviewers express strong satisfaction and plan to continue enrollment. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving physical discipline and lack of transparency.

Friendly and caring staffchild safetyflexible scheduling
Address
781 East Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 579-5512
Ymca @ Northwest Activity Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

This facility is highly regarded as a community center offering diverse programs for all ages. Parents praise the friendly, helpful staff, clean facilities, and wide range of activities including swimming, fitness classes, senior programs, and educational services.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiesexcellent swim instructors (Cossandra and Shawn)
Address
18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 996-9667

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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.