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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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The Learning Experience - Shelby
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience Shelby as an excellent daycare with caring, attentive staff and a clean, welcoming facility. The center is noted for its educational curriculum, individualized attention to children's needs (including those with special needs), and involved ownership. Multiple families have used the facility for extended periods and report high satisfaction.

caring and attentive staffclean facilityeducational curriculum
Address
51779 Van Dyke Avenue, Shelby Township, MI
Phone
(586) 997-0050
Smallville Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Smallville Learning Center for its family-like atmosphere, caring and attentive staff, and clean, welcoming environment. Children show strong academic progress and emotional security, with parents noting the center provides genuine care rather than basic babysitting. The owner-operated model is viewed as evidence of personal investment in child welfare.

Attentive and loving staffclean facilityeducational activities
Address
4825 Beech Daly Street, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 357-3397
Doodle Bugs Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Doodle Bugs Day Care in Burton, Michigan has received mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, developmental focus, and 20+ year track record. However, two negative reviews reported concerning incidents including unprofessional behavior toward infants and inconsistent, dismissive treatment during pickup.

Caring and attentive staffloving environmentstaff responsiveness in emergencies
Address
5300 Davison Road, Burton, MI
Phone
(810) 744-4628
Pencil Palace Pre School Cntr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Pencil Palace Pre School Center in Detroit receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, clean facility, strong child development, and secure pick-up procedures. Multiple parents report their children are happy and excited to attend, with several mentioning positive transitions from negative prior daycare experiences.

Caring and patient staffknowledgeable teachersclean and organized facility
Address
8800 Joy Rd, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 935-4050
Real Life Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents overwhelmingly praise Real Life Nursery School for its caring, knowledgeable teachers and well-maintained facilities. They highlight significant developmental gains in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas, along with comprehensive programming including meals, outdoor play, and farm visits. The school maintains appropriate staff-to-child ratios and provides character development alongside academics.

caring and patient teacherswell-maintained facilitypotty training support
Address
48670 Geddes Rd., Canton, MI
Phone
(734) 495-0833
Gilden Woods Early Care & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Gilden Woods Haslett for its caring, attentive staff and strong developmental curriculum. Children show measurable growth and development, and parents appreciate the daily communication through photos, updates, and live camera access. Multiple parents report their children are happy and eager to attend.

Warm and caring staffimpressive curriculum with posted lesson plansdaily photo and activity updates
Address
16955 Marsh Road, Haslett, MI
Phone
(517) 574-4646
Bambi Land
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Bambi Land for exceptional care, with staff treating children like their own family members. Children show noticeable improvements in behavior, learning, and happiness. The facility is described as professional, flexible, and safe.

Caring and nurturing staffnoticeable child development and behavior improvementsfamily-like treatment of children
Address
13510 W Warren, Dearborn, MI
Phone
(313) 478-4009
Just Like Home Child Care And Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Just Like Home for its caring, attentive staff who remember children's names and foster a supportive learning environment. The facility is noted for creative activities, spacious outdoor play areas, and strong parent communication. Multiple long-term families highlight affordability and their children's positive development and enjoyment.

Caring and kind staffcreative activitieslarge outdoor play areas
Address
1160 Welch Road, Commerce Township, MI
Phone
(248) 496-7658
Grosse Pointe Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Grosse Pointe Nursery School receives mixed reviews. Three parents praise the excellent staff, loving environment, and strong curriculum. However, two parents report serious concerns about the school's handling of bullying and racial incidents, as well as inconsistent behavioral management and lack of follow-through on discipline strategies.

Excellent staff and teachersstrong curriculumloving and fun environment
Address
21336 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Phone
(313) 881-3460
Project Focus II @ Walkerville Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
3.9
Address
145 Lathrop Street, Walkerville, MI
Phone
(231) 873-3652
Milford Country Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Milford Country Day receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and long-term employee stability. Parents report their children are happy, well-prepared academically and socially, and thrive in a nurturing, educational environment.

Caring and loving staffwarm and welcoming atmospherelong-term staff familiarity
Address
1665 S. Milford Rd., Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 685-8123
Strong Foundation Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Strong Foundation Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with four 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, educational quality, and positive impact on children's development. However, one 1-star review describes a negative experience involving attempted disenrollment and a CPS report, which the parent disputes.

Kind and attentive staffstrong early childhood educationcaring and patient teachers
Address
790 Indian Trail Blvd, Traverse City, MI
Phone
(231) 632-0488
Vestaburg Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Vestaburg Community Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff and teachers. Most reviewers report satisfaction with their children's experience at the facility. However, one parent expressed concern about declining staff levels and reduced educational options.

caring and great staffsupportive teachersgood leadership (Principal Ms. Stanes and Mr. Tye)
Address
7188 Avenue B, Box640, Vestaburg, MI
Phone
(989) 268-5284
The Curious Kids Program - Woodland El.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Curious Kids Program receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring teachers, school preparation, and staff friendliness, with several long-term families highly satisfied. However, some parents report concerns about staff sincerity, classroom placement decisions, bullying issues, and inadequate safety monitoring.

Caring and wonderful teachersgood preparation for grade schoolfriendly and helpful staff
Address
1401 Woodland Drive, Portage, MI
Phone
(269) 323-6400
New Westside Central
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
19840 W Chicago, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 836-4330
Appletree Christian Learning Center
Church Daycare
3.9

Appletree Christian Learning Center in Hudsonville receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviewed parents rate it 5/5 stars, highlighting exceptional staff care, strong communication, and a welcoming community environment. Parents emphasize feeling confident in their children's safety and development.

Excellent staff-child relationshipsoutstanding communication via app with daily photos/videoslive camera feed access
Address
2935 Port Sheldon Street, Hudsonville, MI
Phone
(616) 662-4222
Little Scholars Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Little Scholars Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated teachers and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight children's academic and developmental progress, including learning to write, express emotions, and social skills. Many families have used the center for multiple generations and express strong loyalty and gratitude.

Dedicated and caring teacherswarm and welcoming environmentacademic progress and skill development
Address
19000 Grand River, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 272-2514
Mt Hope Lutheran School
Church Daycare
3.9
Address
5323 Southfield Rd, Allen Park, MI
Phone
(313) 565-9140
Rapid River Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
10070 Us- 2, Rapid River, MI
Phone
(906) 474-3538
Rogers Lane Headstart
Headstart Programs
3.9

Rogers Lane Head Start receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the professional, warm, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight clean facilities, strong community involvement through family events, and genuine care for child development. One parent reported difficulty reaching the center by phone.

Professional and kind staffclean facilitieswarm and welcoming atmosphere
Address
2929 Rogers Lane Ave Sw, Wyoming, MI
Phone
(616) 532-4229
Curious Kids Childcare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Curious Kids receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring teachers and good school preparation, but some parents report concerns about staff communication, waitlist management, and bullying issues. The facility has strong supporters who describe it as the best in town, while detractors cite unfair treatment and inadequate safety supervision.

Caring and wonderful teachersgood preparation for grade schoolfriendly and helpful office staff
Address
1010 W Milham Ave, Portage, MI
Phone
(269) 323-6780
Burr Oak Community Schools
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Burr Oak Community Schools is a small school in a rural Michigan town that parents appreciate for its intimate setting and caring staff. Most reviews are positive, though some parents report inconsistent professionalism and concerns about unequal treatment of students.

Small class sizescaring staffquiet environment
Address
326 E. Eagle St., Burr Oak, MI
Phone
(269) 489-2213
Cradles To Crayons Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Cradles to Crayons receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff professionalism, personalized attention to children's needs including speech and developmental support, and a safe, clean environment. The center is particularly noted for strong communication, inclusion practices, and fostering child development and learning.

Caring and professional staffsafe environmentclean facility
Address
3300 Express Court, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 657-3403
Cradles To Crayons Child Care & Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Cradles to Crayons for its safe, welcoming environment and caring staff. The center is noted for strong communication with parents, developmental support for children with special needs, and a structured curriculum. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed confidence in the quality of care.

Safe environmentwelcoming and professional staffclean facility with large outdoor play area
Address
4711 S. Mlk, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 657-3403
Tinytot U
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Tiny Tot University for significant improvements under new ownership by Cheril Cole. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and providing a family-oriented, homey atmosphere with caring staff who focus on both education and child development. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting affordability, professional care, and strong teacher-child relationships.

New ownership improvementscleanlinesswell-maintained facility
Address
16877 Clinton River Road, Clinton Twp., MI
Phone
(586) 286-0995
Freedom Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
8753 Pleasant Lake Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 997-9116
Kidsland
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Kidsland for its warm, caring staff and quality Montessori-based curriculum. Children show strong academic progress and social-emotional development, with parents noting their kids are happy and engaged. The center is commended for personalizing instruction to meet individual children's needs.

Attentive and caring staffMontessori curriculumacademic achievement (reading and math skills)
Address
9477 N. Territorial, Suite 110, Dexter, MI
Phone
(734) 424-0113
Development Centers Ehs/Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Development Centers EHS/HS in Detroit receives mostly positive feedback from parents whose children attend, with praise for dedicated instructors and quality programming. However, prospective parents have reported significant difficulty reaching the facility by phone to inquire about enrollment.

Caring and dedicated staffchildren enjoy learninghealth and safety protocols
Address
19176 Northrop, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 246-6060
Edison Peep Gsrp & Cis
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
924 Russell Street, Kalamazoo, MI
Phone
(269) 337-0550
Lollipops Childcare Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Lollipops Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and family-like environment provided by staff and management. Multiple parents report feeling confident leaving their children in the facility's care, noting strong communication and genuine affection from staff. One negative review contradicts this experience, citing concerns about the owner's demeanor.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like atmospherestrong communication
Address
3076 Kochville Road, Saginaw, MI
Phone
(989) 791-1400

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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.