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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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Yale Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7

One parent reports that their twins enjoyed the teachers and made new friends, while another parent alleges that two specific staff members physically abused their nephews by pulling their ears and hitting them.

teacherssocialization
Address
315 Park, Yale, MI
Phone
(810) 982-8541
St. Mary'S Child Development Center
Church Daycare
3.7

Parents report mixed experiences, with some praising the caring staff and safe environment while others describe significant issues with transparency and financial practices. One parent notes their child thrived and enjoyed the supportive atmosphere, whereas another felt the preschool offered no educational value. A separate account details aggressive billing tactics, hidden fees, and difficulties obtaining refunds or clear paperwork.

caring and lovely teachersgood communication with parentssafe and comfortable environment
Address
3615 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI
Phone
(248) 619-0530
The Nest Institute Villages At Parkside
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Reviews for The Nest Institute Villages at Parkside are mixed. Most reviewers praise the clean facilities, nice staff, and community services like food banks. One reviewer had a negative experience with front desk staff attitude and raised concerns about unit availability and facility conditions.

clean facilitynice staffpeaceful environment
Address
5000 Conner St, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 331-1444
Matrix Head Start-Infinity II
Headstart Programs
3.7

A parent reports significant academic progress, noting their child learned to read, write, and count to 200 by age five. Conversely, another reviewer describes a negative interaction with phone staff, citing a nasty attitude.

Strong academic curriculumliteracy developmentnumeracy skills
Address
8900 Gratiot, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 962-5255
Little Steps Childcare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights the staff's care and creativity, noting their child's enthusiasm for the program, while another praises the facility's cleanliness and safety. In contrast, a separate reviewer reports significant difficulties with unresponsive communication and a lack of follow-up from the center.

caring teacherscreative teachingenthusiastic children
Address
7890 South 8th Street, Kalamazoo, MI
Phone
(269) 544-1888
Brandi'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Brandi's Place is a highly-rated curriculum-based daycare in Swartz Creek that parents consistently praise for cleanliness, staff quality, and child development outcomes. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and benefit from the structured educational approach. Staff are described as caring, professional, and genuinely invested in each child's growth.

Excellent cleanliness and hygiene practicescurriculum-based learningstaff goes above and beyond
Address
4465 W Hill Rd, Swartz Creek, MI
Phone
(810) 655-3444
Lil Boy Blue Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Lil Boy Blue Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with most praising the staff's friendliness, educational focus, and developmental progress of their children. Parents highlight hands-on learning, skill development, and structured routines as key strengths. One negative review from a former attendee contrasts sharply with current parent satisfaction.

friendly and kind staffchild development and progresspotty training support
Address
1575 S. Dearing Road, Parma, MI
Phone
(517) 750-2930
Crowley Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights the program's focus on at-risk children and teacher-led conflict resolution, while two others report serious safety concerns including physical aggression, inconsistent staff response, and allegations of inappropriate content exposure.

dedicated teachersfocus on socialization and emotional developmentsupport for at-risk children
Address
2000 Pagel St, Lincoln Park, MI
Phone
(313) 389-0213
Ymca Dillon Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Reviews praise the YMCA Dillon Community Center as a clean, well-maintained facility with friendly and helpful staff. Parents highlight the quality of amenities including the pool, gym, fitness classes, and recreational programs for children. The facility is described as a valued community resource offering good value.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffquality pool and gym equipment
Address
9845 Campus Drive, Cadillac, MI
Phone
(231) 775-3369
Rainbow Child Care Center- Lapeer
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff who treat children like family members. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards, provides strong educational programming, and keeps parents engaged through daily app updates, photos, and family activities. Children show significant developmental progress across all age groups.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitystrong educational curriculum
Address
1090 S. Lapeer Rd., Lapeer, MI
Phone
(810) 969-4178
Mister Mcgregor'S Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Mister McGregor's Garden receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with 7 five-star reviews praising the structured programs, caring staff, outdoor activities, and child development outcomes. However, two one-star reviews cite concerns about mask mandates and staff turnover with behavioral management issues.

Caring and communicative staffstructured educational programsextensive outdoor playtime year-round
Address
510 Mcclellan Avenue, Marquette, MI
Phone
(906) 226-6101
Early Childhood Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Early Childhood Educational Center in Novi receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the knowledgeable staff, teacher quality, and developmental outcomes, with children entering kindergarten ahead of grade level. However, two parents reported serious safety concerns including eye injuries and inadequate supervision during peer conflicts.

Qualified and caring teachersstrong staff-parent relationshipsdevelopmental support for neurodivergent and neurotypical children
Address
25745 Taft Road, Novi, MI
Phone
(248) 675-3431
Phyllis Fratzke Early Childhood Lrn Laboratory
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents report a wide range of experiences, with some praising the staff's trustworthiness, supportive environment, and clear communication, while others cite serious safety failures and poor interpersonal skills. Specific concerns include severe injuries occurring without witness or follow-up, and critical lapses in managing a child's food allergies.

trustworthy staffsupportive environmentclear communication
Address
210 Lyon Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 234-4004
Tahqua-Tots Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
14126 County Road 428, Newberry, MI
Phone
(906) 450-1887
North Country Kids Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights the friendly and committed staff who prioritize education and social skills, while another notes the teachers' hands-on approach and strong communication. However, a separate review criticizes the broader district's declining enrollment and lack of school board leadership, indicating potential administrative concerns.

friendly staffcommitment to education and social skillshands-on teachers
Address
421 E. Lake St., Harbor Springs, MI
Phone
(231) 526-4604
Mister Mcgregor'S Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Mister McGregor's Garden receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the structured program, caring staff, outdoor play opportunities, and child development outcomes. Two negative reviews cite concerns about mask policies during the pandemic and staff turnover with behavioral discipline issues.

Caring and communicative staffstructured educational programextensive outdoor playtime year-round
Address
1910 Werner St, Marquette, MI
Phone
(906) 228-6230
Ymca Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Feedback for the YMCA Child Development Center in Traverse City is mixed, with some parents expressing strong satisfaction while others cite serious operational failures. One reviewer highlights the positive staff and environment, whereas another reports a significant incident involving unauthorized pickup restrictions and poor communication. The few reviews so far present contrasting experiences regarding the quality of care and administrative reliability.

Love itLove everyoneBest daycare
Address
1027 Mcrae Hill Rd, Traverse City, MI
Phone
(231) 346-4968
Warren Woods Early Childhood Center At Hawthorne Complex
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Warren Woods Early Childhood Center has extremely polarized reviews. Most parents (6 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, strong communication, child development, and fair pricing. However, two one-star reviews describe excessive sick-child dismissals requiring frequent doctor visits, inconsistent enforcement of policies, multiple incidents of children being injured or bitten, and unreliable closures tied to school district schedules.

Caring and professional s
Address
12900 Frazho Road, Warren, MI
Phone
(586) 439-4884
Cook'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Cook's Academy in Bloomfield Hills receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the owner's involvement, cleanliness, flexible scheduling, and caring staff, while negative reviews report staff rudeness, inadequate supervision, understaffing, state violations for ratio violations, and instances of inappropriate behavior toward children.

Owner Kelly Cook actively involved in operationsclean and safe facilityflexible enrollment options
Address
1100 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 594-5437
Tots Learning Center & Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

TOTS Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, child development, and nurturing environment. However, two negative reviews cite operational and interpersonal issues with management. The facility appears to have strong teaching and care practices but potential concerns regarding communication and staff conduct.

caring and nurturing staffclean environmentchild development and learning outcomes
Address
1638 N. Perry, Pontiac, MI
Phone
(248) 377-0322
Wayne Metro Head Start - Harper Woods
Headstart Programs
3.6

One parent describes Wayne Metro Head Start as very helpful. The single review provides a positive experience without noting any specific drawbacks or complaints.

helpful
Address
19258 Kelly Road, Harper Woods, MI
Phone
(313) 957-3043
St Paul Child Development Ct
Church Daycare
3.6

One parent highlights the center's value in enriching children and preparing them for future success, while another criticizes the facility for unresponsive phone communication.

Enrichment opportunitiespreparation for life success
Address
15325 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 839-7000
Happy Elephant Christian Day Care
Church Daycare
3.6

Happy Elephant Christian Day Care in Flint, Michigan receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviews highlighting caring staff, clean facilities, and children's happiness and development. Parents report long-term satisfaction, with some families using the center for 8-10+ years. One parent noted concern about the daycare's hourly diaper-changing policy resulting in high diaper costs.

caring and welcoming staffclean facilitychild happiness and comfort
Address
2469 S. Linden Road, Flint, MI
Phone
(810) 733-1810
Appletree Christian Learning Center
Church Daycare
3.6

Parents consistently praise Appletree/Sprout for caring, attentive staff who foster child development and secure attachments. Communication through apps, live camera feeds, and photo sharing provides parents peace of mind. Children are reported to enjoy attending and form strong bonds with teachers.

Warm and responsive teachersstructured curriculumdaily photo and update sharing
Address
909 Dix Street, Otsego, MI
Phone
(269) 692-3675
Tecumseh Public School Compass Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents express strong satisfaction with Tecumseh Public School Compass Learning Center, with most reviews being highly positive. The facility is consistently described as cool, awesome, and great. One review rated it 4/5 stars, also using positive language.

Positive school environmentcool atmospheregreat educational experience
Address
307 N. Maumee Street, Tecumseh, MI
Phone
(517) 423-1105
Holly Kiddie College
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Holly Kiddie College receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, family-like environment, and positive developmental outcomes for children. However, several parents report billing issues, including being charged for days children did not attend and difficulties with state aid payment arrangements.

Friendly and patient stafffamily-oriented atmospherechild socialization and development
Address
1109 N. Saginaw, Holly, MI
Phone
(248) 634-1126
River'S Edge Learning Tree Child Development Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

One parent describes feeling undeniably safe and notes that their daughter enjoys attending the facility. Another reviewer highlights the convenient location and secure environment, appreciating the detailed daily updates provided via an app.

safe environmenthappy childamazing staff
Address
311 Germania, Bay City, MI
Phone
(989) 324-0525
Solid Rock Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents unanimously praise Solid Rock Childcare for exceptional care, staff warmth, and strong learning outcomes. All reviewers report feeling comfortable and confident leaving their children in the center's care, with many noting their children actively enjoy attending. The facility receives consistent five-star ratings with particular praise for staff engagement, cleanliness, and responsive administration.

Caring and loving staffstrong academic preparationeffective communication through app
Address
5692 School Ave., Hudsonville, MI
Phone
(616) 209-5450
Happy Elephant Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Happy Elephant Child Care in Lansing receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with nearly all reviewers praising the caring staff, safe environment, and quality care. Parents consistently highlight the dedicated teachers who stay long-term, flexible hours, reasonable pricing, and engaging activities. One reviewer raised concerns about alleged discriminatory practices and communication issues during enrollment.

Caring and attentive stafflong-term teacher retentionsafe environment
Address
4010 W Michigan, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 321-7876
Brainiacs Clubhouse Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Brainiacs Clubhouse has highly polarized reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, learning environment, and owner accessibility, while several others report serious concerns including emotional abuse, physical mistreatment of toddlers, and inadequate owner response to incidents.

Loving and patient staffstructured daily schedulepickup/dropoff services
Address
11640 Morang Drive, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 469-1310

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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.