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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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Christ The King Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
20338 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Phone
(313) 884-5998
Renaissance H.S./Unity Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights a multi-generational connection, noting their daughter attended 20 years ago and their granddaughter currently attends. The reviewer describes the teachers, aids, and all staff as wonderful.

Multi-generational attendancewonderful teacherswonderful aids
Address
7500 Tireman Ave, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 491-3070
Farmington Community School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight a nurturing environment with excellent teachers and staff, noting significant developmental improvements in children within just a few months. One reviewer describes it as a total family experience where kids learn through play and eagerly attend school daily.

nurturing teachersexcellent programamazing staff
Address
30415 Shiawassee Street, Farmington, MI
Phone
(248) 489-3373
Northville Presbyterian Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One parent highlights the warm, caring, and nurturing environment provided by the teachers, noting that it helped their child feel at ease from day one. The reviewer emphasizes that the child learned significantly, gained confidence, and made great friends during their time at the preschool.

warm and caring environmentnurturing teacherschild felt at ease
Address
200 E. Main Street, Northville, MI
Phone
(248) 349-0911
Our Savior Lutheran Preschool And Extended Day Pro
Church Daycare
5

One parent describes the facility as a traditional and loving church that preaches with compassion, noting the religious focus of the programs. The feedback highlights the compassionate nature of the instruction and the traditional religious environment. No specific operational drawbacks were mentioned in the available review.

traditional atmosphereloving environmentcompassionate preaching
Address
1916 Ridgewood Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 949-0710
St. Joe Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
936 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, MI
Phone
(269) 250-9200
Cmu Child Development & Learning Lab
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the school's outstanding teachers, facility, and philosophy, noting that their child still fondly remembers their preschool experience. Another review describes it as one of the best preschools in the nation, ending with an enthusiastic exclamation. A single potential drawback is mentioned regarding the difficulty of finding a comparable school if relocating.

outstanding teachersexcellent facilitystrong educational philosophy
Address
146 Ehs, Building Ojibway Court, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Phone
(989) 774-3760
Jelly Moon Learning Center Infants & Toddlers
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Jelly Moon Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and compassionate teaching staff. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and excited about attending. The owners are responsive to parent concerns and maintain relationships with families even after children graduate.

Caring and compassionate teachersexcellent communication with parentsclean facility
Address
35660 Harper Avenue, Clinton, MI
Phone
(586) 231-0457
St Mary Child Development Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
110 E Wesley Street, Jackson, MI
Phone
(517) 784-3366
Les Cheneaux Preschool INC At Les Cheneaux Elem Sc
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent describes the program as fun for their child. The single review provided offers positive feedback regarding the enjoyment factor without mentioning specific operational details or concerns.

Fun environment
Address
298 M -134, Cedarville, MI
Phone
(906) 484-2256
Lacure Elem School Clio
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents praise LACURE ELEM SCHOOL CLIO for its caring staff and administrators, with most families having positive multi-year experiences. The facility features an excellent playground and active boosters program. The school also offers classroom rental services for events.

Caring and supportive staffexcellent playgroundactive boosters program
Address
12167 N Lewis Road, Clio, MI
Phone
(810) 591-1973
New Horizons For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
45801 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth, MI
Phone
(734) 455-3196
Hidden Treasures
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes an excellent preschool experience where staff focus on academics, Christianity, manners, and morals, noting significant progress in reading and counting. Another reviewer highlights a wonderful experience with their four children.

Excellent staffstrong academic results (readingcounting)
Address
6100 Perrine Rd, Midland, MI
Phone
(989) 832-3341
Clare United Methodist Church Preschool&Child Care
Church Daycare
5

One parent highlights the center's strong leadership, staff, and family community, noting the availability of the free GSRP Preschool Program for four-year-olds.

strong leadershipsupportive staffengaged families
Address
203 E. Seventh St., Clare, MI
Phone
(989) 386-4815
Magic Moments Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Several parents highlight the staff's dedication and ability to create a welcoming environment, noting that children enjoy the daily projects and structured curriculum. Families appreciate the accessible and caring staff, who help maintain routines and foster strong relationships with the children.

engaging daily projectsstructured curriculumcaring and accessible staff
Address
1014 N. Saginaw Street, Holly, MI
Phone
(248) 634-5700
Heart Of The Shepherd Child Development Center
Church Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Heart of the Shepherd Child Development Center for its warm, loving, and family-like atmosphere. The facility receives universal 5-star ratings, with families highlighting the caring and qualified staff, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and welcoming environment for children from infancy through school age.

Caring and compassionate staffdevelopmentally appropriate curriculumstrong sense of community
Address
228 N. Burkhart Road, Howell, MI
Phone
(517) 552-7218
Apple Tree Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Apple Tree Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, creative staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving developmentally. The facility is described as clean and professional with strong communication between staff and families.

Caring and trustworthy staffnurturing and creative environmentstrong child-staff relationships
Address
3651 W Russell Rd, Tecumseh, MI
Phone
(517) 423-9589
Christ The Kings Early Childhood Center
Church Daycare
5

Parents highlight the center's loving staff and transparent communication, noting that children feel safe and engaged in fun activities. Several families appreciate the use of the Brightwheel app for daily updates and curriculum transparency.

caring staffchild safetyengaging crafts and learning activities
Address
16700 Pennsylvania Road, Southgate, MI
Phone
(734) 285-8525
Sunny Skies Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Sunny Skies Child Care receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and strong relationships built with children. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and development, with many noting staff longevity and responsiveness to parent communication.

Caring and loving staffchild safety and securitystaff availability and responsiveness
Address
3881 Highland Rd, Waterford, MI
Phone
(248) 738-9579
Stepping Stones Montessori Sch
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Stepping Stones Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents for its authentic Montessori approach, nurturing community, and exceptional staff. Parents report their children develop strong academic skills alongside independence, confidence, empathy, and a genuine love of learning. The school serves students from preschool through 8th grade and has earned recognition for its whole-child development philosophy and supportive family partnerships.

Aut
Address
1110 College Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 451-8627
Little Scholar'S Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center as a supportive solution for stressed families, specifically noting staff members Jessie and Ayla for providing loving, personalized care that makes children feel like family. One reviewer also notes the owner's long-standing reputation for caring for children.

loving carestaff named Jessie and Aylasupportive for stressed parents
Address
2121 E. Genesee, Saginaw, MI
Phone
(989) 401-9715
The Ark Christian Child Care Ctr
Church Daycare
5

One parent describes this facility as their top choice, highlighting the staff's friendliness and organizational skills. They specifically note the value of detailed daily updates and the teachers' ability to keep children clean and engaged in activities.

Daily updates on eatingsleepingand bathroom habits
Address
605 Hemlock Street, Fremont, MI
Phone
(231) 924-0390
Ms. Shari'S Preschool
Church Daycare
5

Parents highlight the program's nature-based approach, noting that students engage in daily outdoor exploration and creative play in both indoor and outdoor settings. Reviewers feel the environment is safe and effectively prepares children for kindergarten through fun, structured adventures.

nature-based learningoutdoor explorationcreative play
Address
1629 Brady Rd., Chesaning, MI
Phone
(989) 845-2387
Madison School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4950 Madison St, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 203-4200
Children'S Learning Center- Walled Lake
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the facility as an amazing and supportive school, while another family expresses happiness with the staff at WLCSD ECC. A third reviewer simply labels it the best school.

amazing environmentsupportive staffhappy families
Address
1885 N. Pontiac Trail, Commerce Township, MI
Phone
(248) 295-9508
Hillside Ymca Sacc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the staff's caring nature and effective integration of education with fun activities at the YMCA Hillside SACC program. The reviewer notes that children enthusiastically share their daily experiences, indicating high engagement. No negatives were mentioned in the single review provided.

caring and kind staffeducational activitiesfun and adventurous activities
Address
36801 W. Eleven Mile Road, Farmington Hills, MI
Phone
(313) 223-2536
Paddock'S Early Childhood Center - Symon'S Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Paddock's Early Childhood Center as the best facility they have used, noting that the low cost did not compromise the quality of care. The reviewer highlights the wonderful teachers and the ability to freely enter classrooms, which fostered a strong sense of comfort and safety.

excellent teachersaffordable pricingopen classroom access
Address
432 S. Platt, Milan, MI
Phone
(734) 439-5337
Crawford Ausable Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight exceptional staff dedication and academic preparation, noting that children graduate with strong manners and readiness for kindergarten. Reviewers appreciate the stable, experienced teaching team and the nurturing environment that fosters mental, social, and physical growth.

excellent staff careacademic excellencekindergarten readiness
Address
6989 Old Lake Road, Grayling, MI
Phone
(989) 348-7709
Child Development Center - Marshall
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their two-and-a-half-year-old son has enjoyed the youngster and toddler program, noting that the staff helped him open up and that he has so much fun. The reviewer expresses gratitude for the positive experience and describes the team as amazing.

helps children open upfun environmentsupportive staff
Address
701 North Linden Street, Marshall, MI
Phone
(269) 781-4300
World Of Wonder Early Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes this center as a phenomenal school with exceptional teachers and an amazing teaching philosophy that nurtures children. They highlight their son's thriving experience and appreciate the center's commitment to equitable practices and support for free preschool policies.

exceptional teachersamazing teaching philosophynurturing environment
Address
404 W. Ellen Street, Fenton, MI
Phone
(810) 591-8349

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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.