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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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Treasured Friends Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent describes a positive experience with friendly staff and attentive care, noting that waitlists are a sign of quality. Conversely, another parent reports rude staff interactions and difficulty securing an opening, expressing relief at finding an alternative. The few reviews so far highlight both the welcoming environment and potential access challenges.

friendly staffattentive carewaitlist indicates popularity
Address
67350 Main St, Richmond, MI
Phone
(586) 727-8263
Oaktree Academy INC.
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

One parent describes a highly positive experience, noting their two-year-old is happy and appreciates the affordable, high-quality food with varied ingredients. Another review offers a more neutral perspective, simply stating that their son seems to enjoy attending.

happy childtop-notch food qualityvariety of food choices
Address
6498 W. Decker Road, Ludington, MI
Phone
(231) 845-0220
A Child'S World Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

A few parents highlight the happy, welcoming atmosphere and the convenience of a dedicated mobile app for daily updates. However, one reviewer reports concerns regarding staff patience and handling of infant sleep routines during the transition period.

happy childrenfriendly staffblack-owned business
Address
1828 E Michigan Ave, Suite 1 & 2, Ypsilanti, MI
Phone
(734) 340-2248
Everyday Wonders Family Educare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Everyday Wonders Family Educare receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, inclusive environment with engaged staff and creative learning activities. Parents report feeling confident in their children's care and development, with staff treating students like family members. Multiple long-term families cite it as an excellent choice they would recommend.

Caring and loving staffcreative activities and learning opportunitiesmilestone
Address
4460 Eastern Ave., Kentwood, MI
Phone
(616) 827-3439
Ymca Parkwood Kids Time Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise the preschool program for its school-like structure, caring teachers, outdoor activities, and affordable pricing. The facility offers quality swimming lessons with excellent instructors and engaging summer camps. However, some concerns include facility maintenance issues and membership costs.

Caring and knowledgeable staffstructured preschool programfrequent field trips
Address
2306 Haslett Road, East Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 827-9680
Belleville Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Belleville Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with many citing decades-long family relationships with the facility and its longtime staff. Parents highlight exceptional care quality, affordability, learning outcomes, and staff dedication, particularly for children with special needs and allergies.

Friendly and caring staffaffordable pricinglong-term staff stability
Address
41505 I94 Service, Belleville, MI
Phone
(734) 697-4523
2 Day'S Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent highlights the center's strong educational foundation, noting their child thrived in kindergarten after attending from two weeks old. Another current parent appreciates the regular communication, including photos and updates, along with affordable pricing. A former customer from over two decades ago praised the facility's beauty, staff, and owner for providing peace of mind.

strong early learning outcomesregular communication with photos and updatesaffordable pricing
Address
15075 Meyers, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 931-0998
Creative Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Creative Child Care Center in Rockford, Michigan receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, friendly staff, clean facility, structured activities, and safe environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend and feel confident in their child's care and development.

Caring and friendly staffclean facilitysafe environment
Address
11560 Holmden Court, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 754-1868
Webberville Comm Ed Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent reports a positive experience with their child graduating from the program, while another criticizes the center for insufficient teacher-to-child ratios and inadequate support for children with behavioral challenges.

Successful graduation outcomes
Address
202 N Main Street, Webberville, MI
Phone
(517) 521-3071
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
Teddy Bear Daycare And Preschool Long Lake LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent highlights the nature-based curriculum and fantastic garden, while another praises the staff's professionalism and effective communication. However, a third review cites poor communication skills and a lack of positive feedback during daily handovers.

nature-based preschoolfantastic gardenfantastic communication
Address
7738 N. Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI
Phone
(231) 409-7990
Shepherd King Preschool
Church Daycare
4.3

Shepherd King Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, particularly teachers Ms. Paige and Ms. Becky. Children reportedly enjoy attending, develop strong social skills, and parents appreciate the small class sizes, flexible scheduling, and competitive pricing. One negative review cited rude staff and poor registration handling for a vacation bible school program.

caring and compassionate teacherssmall class sizes with low teacher-to-student ratiosflexible scheduling options (half-day
Address
5300 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield, MI
Phone
(248) 626-2121
Matrix Head Start-East Lake
Headstart Programs
4.3

One parent describes the staff as professional and passionate about providing educational direction. The review highlights a focus on learning and education without mentioning specific operational concerns.

professional staffpassionate educatorsfocus on learning
Address
1021 Clairpointe, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 962-5255
Our Savior Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.3

Our Savior Lutheran Preschool is highly regarded by parents as a faith-based educational facility with strong community values. Reviews consistently praise the pastor, traditional Lutheran theology, and the integration of Christian teachings throughout the school and church. Parents appreciate the sense of community and the quality of both the preschool program and the broader K-8 day school.

Strong Lutheran theologyfaithful pastorexcellent sense of community
Address
13667 W Highland Road, Hartland, MI
Phone
(248) 887-3836
Emanuel Lutheran Daycare Center
Church Daycare
4.3

Emanuel Lutheran Daycare Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the kind and creative staff, community atmosphere, and use of technology to share updates about their children. However, the facility also received criticism related to broader church community engagement concerns rather than daycare-specific operations.

Kind and creative staffup-to-date technology/app for parent communicationwelcoming community
Address
1001 N. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 485-4118
Bridges To Learning Prek & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the experienced, caring staff and the facility's long-standing presence in Hillsdale as key strengths. However, one review notes that workers appeared burned out and cranky.

experienced staffcaring directorsgood facility
Address
23 S Broad Street, Hillsdale, MI
Phone
(517) 437-2747
Jesus Loves Me Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents describe JESUS LOVES ME LEARNING CENTER as a loving facility where children have shown significant growth, with one noting that the curriculum exceeds state standards by teaching reading, numbers, and letters by age three. Multiple families report high satisfaction and strongly recommend the center for its engaging environment and educational outcomes.

loving environmentabove state standards curriculumearly literacy skills (reading
Address
3501 Morrill Rd., Jackson, MI
Phone
(517) 998-3005
Tomorrow'S Stars Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Tomorrow's Stars Educational Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and experienced staff, quality educational programs, and successful kindergarten transitions. The facility is noted for cleanliness, reasonable pricing, and accommodating care hours.

Caring and experienced staffSpanish language instructiontheme days and activities
Address
19899 W. Nine Mile Rd., Southfield, MI
Phone
(248) 842-9890
Tiny Bliss Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Tiny Bliss Child Care for exceptional care, learning opportunities, and a warm, family-oriented environment. Staff are described as caring, attentive, and professional, with children showing significant development and growth. The facility's flexible scheduling, 24-hour availability, and school pick-up services are frequently highlighted as valuable features.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean environmentchild development and learning outcomes
Address
25832 Joy Rd, Redford, MI
Phone
(313) 318-5112
L'Anse Great Explorations & Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Parents praise this children's museum for its cleanliness, variety of interactive exhibits, and friendly staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the creative play areas and educational activities, with many calling it a must-visit destination for young children. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no significant complaints about the core experience.

Clean facilityvariety of hands-on exhibits (Publix pretend playveterinary station
Address
201 N Fourth St, L'Anse, MI
Phone
(906) 524-6121
St Matthew Lutheran Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

St. Matthew Lutheran Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring pastors, welcoming environment, and quality children's programs. One parent expressed concerns about the worship service style not matching traditional LCMS expectations, though they noted friendly staff and welcoming congregation members.

caring and dedicated pastorswelcoming and family-oriented environmentquality children's programs
Address
2040 S Commerce, Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 624-7677
Pooh'S Playhouse Christian Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Pooh's Playhouse receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from long-term parents who praise the caring, patient staff, warm environment, and affordability. The majority of families report consistently excellent experiences over many years. Two negative reviews cite health concerns and staff rudeness, though details are limited.

caring and patient staffwarm and friendly environmentaffordable pricing
Address
306 S Main Street, Linden, MI
Phone
(810) 735-5080
Kidcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise KIDCARE for its caring, friendly staff who treat children like family. The facility is noted for cleanliness, structured yet relaxed environment, competitive pricing ($46/day), and inclusive meals and snacks. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning activities, and parents feel confident leaving their kids in the center's care.

Friendly and patient staffmeals and snacks includedcompetitive pricing
Address
3181 N. State Rd, Davison, MI
Phone
(810) 658-2652
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the facility as a great learning environment, with one noting it was enjoyable during their teenage years. Another reviewer appreciated the affordable GED program but warned about noise levels and noted that a welding class did not match its description.

great learning environmentaffordable GED programpositive teenage experience
Address
1401 Cleaver Road, Caro, MI
Phone
(989) 673-5300
North Star Montessori LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Several parents highlight the school's mixed-age learning environment and the dedicated, communicative nature of its staff, noting significant educational and social growth in their children. However, one review expresses strong dissatisfaction, claiming the program failed to prepare students for kindergarten, resulting in peers needing to repeat a year.

mixed-age learningkind and supportive teachersstrong communication
Address
4100 Clinton Rd., Jackson, MI
Phone
(517) 787-3026
Loving Hearts Little Hands
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Loving Hearts Little Hands receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the staff's professionalism, outdoor learning opportunities, and strong communication. However, two negative reviews cite communication issues, inadequate support for children struggling with adjustment, frequent COVID exposures, and unresponsive staff.

Emphasis on outdoor play and nature walksstrong parent-staff communicationindividualized attention
Address
11790 120th Avenue, Grand Haven, MI
Phone
(616) 847-3131
The Collaborative:Ypsilanti Ymca Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise The Collaborative: Ypsilanti YMCA Child Development Center for its professional, caring staff and nurturing environment. The facility is noted for affordability, flexible scheduling, scholarship availability, and play-based curriculum with strong parent communication. All reviewers report satisfaction with their children's learning, development, and happiness at the center.

Professional and caring staffaffordable ratesscholarship availability
Address
111 S. Wallace Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI
Phone
(734) 661-8049
Doughty Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Doughty Montessori School receives strong praise for its Montessori curriculum, clean facilities, diverse staff, and compassionate leadership. However, one parent reported difficulty reaching the school by phone for enrollment inquiries.

Montessori curriculumamazing staffcompassionate leadership
Address
416 S Ashley, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 663-8050
Allen Creek Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Allen Creek Preschool for its nurturing, intellectually stimulating environment and experienced staff. The unique family consultant program is frequently highlighted as transformative for both children and parents. Multiple reviewers note positive impacts on their children's emotional, social, and intellectual development, including early identification of learning needs.

Experienced and gifted teachersrigorous professional developmentfamily consultant program
Address
2350 Miller Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 994-3382
Mon Ami
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the warm, attentive staff and personalized care that helps children prepare for kindergarten, while one reviewer appreciated the center's helpfulness despite being unable to enroll due to scheduling constraints. The few reviews so far mention a family-oriented atmosphere and fair pricing, though limited hours prevent some families from using the service.

warm and attentive staffpersonalized learningfair price
Address
26998 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI
Phone
(248) 547-1380

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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.