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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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Mother Hubbard Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's warm, safe, and nurturing environment, noting that teachers are patient, creative, and deeply committed to each child's social, emotional, and academic growth. Reviewers appreciate the excellent communication and thoughtful activities, with some noting the program feels like a second home for their children.

warm and joyful atmospherepatient and creative teachersstrong social and emotional development
Address
30650 Six Mile Road, Livonia, MI
Phone
(734) 421-8457
Small World Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
5

Parents highlight the convenience of the Winchell neighborhood location and small class sizes as key benefits, noting that teachers are friendly and communicative. Reviewers appreciate the balance of classic education with religious instruction, along with ample outdoor playtime on the playground.

Walkable locationsmall class sizesfriendly and communicative staff
Address
2400 Winchell Ave, Kalamazoo, MI
Phone
(269) 344-4920
South Lyon Cooperative Preschool At First Methodist Chur
Church Daycare
5

South Lyon Cooperative Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring teachers, play-based learning approach, and strong parental involvement opportunities. Parents highlight the warm, supportive community environment and note significant developmental growth in their children, including improved social skills and school readiness.

Caring and professional teachersparental involvement in classroomplay-based learning with student cho
Address
640 S Lafayette Street, South Lyon, MI
Phone
(248) 437-4270
Messiah Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One parent highlights the school's well-run Trunk or Treat event and friendly staff, while another praises the strong Christian focus and progressive schedule that gradually increases attendance frequency. A third review notes the beautiful sanctuary and relevant messaging, though these comments do not directly address childcare operations.

friendly staffwell-run eventsstrong Christian focus
Address
2727 Five Mile Road Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 363-2553
Coop Nursery At Christ Church
Church Daycare
5
Address
61 Grosse Point Boulevard, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
Phone
(313) 884-4977
Crossroads Christian Early Education
Church Daycare
5

Crossroads Christian Early Education receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality teaching staff, and beautiful facilities. Parents highlight the Christian-centered approach, engaging pastoral leadership, and sense of community as key strengths. The daycare is recommended for families seeking faith-based early childhood education with personal attention to their children.

welcoming environmentwonderful teachersbeautiful facilities
Address
28900 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI
Phone
(248) 264-6028
Kiddie Korner Christian Dc & Presch Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes KIDDIE KORNER CHRISTIAN DC & PRESCH CTR as a great school for giving children a head start. This single review highlights the center's value in early childhood education without noting specific drawbacks.

provides a head start for kids
Address
1602 N. Custer Road, Monroe, MI
Phone
(734) 243-6397
Chelsea Children'S Cooperative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent shares that they enrolled three children in the play-based program, noting it is age-appropriate for ages 2-5. The review highlights activities including story time, art, free play, outdoor play, and sharing time. Additionally, the co-op structure helped families make lifelong friends.

play-based and age-appropriate curriculumvariety of activitiesstrong community and friendship building
Address
500 E Washington St, Chelsea, MI
Phone
(734) 433-1938
Hillsdale Head Start
Headstart Programs
5

One parent highlights the staff as amazing and always willing to help, while another describes them as very helpful and informative. These few reviews reflect a positive experience with the program's support and guidance.

Amazing peopleAlways willing to helpVery helpful
Address
55 Barnard St., Hillsdale, MI
Phone
(517) 437-3346
Christ Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One parent describes a transformative experience for their child, who went from being nervous to excited about school, while another highlights significant academic growth and a strong faith foundation. Several families note that the smaller class sizes and dedicated teachers have effectively prepared their children for kindergarten.

smaller class sizesolid learning environmentfun atmosphere
Address
701 S. Evergreen Drive, White Cloud, MI
Phone
(231) 689-1704
Victory Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent shares a positive experience, noting their child attended this center from kindergarten through fifth grade.

long-term attendance (kindergarten through 5th grade)
Address
4171 North Stiles Rd., Scottville, MI
Phone
(231) 843-2410
Highland Christian Preschl/Kind
Church Daycare
5

A parent highlights the school's exceptional teaching staff and rigorous curriculum, noting the positive and kind atmosphere for their child. They express gratitude for the overall experience provided by the facility.

Amazing teacherssharp curriculumkind environment
Address
1211 W Livingston Street, Highland, MI
Phone
(248) 887-4523
Wood Street Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
323 Wood St, Three Rivers, MI
Phone
(269) 279-5237
Kinderhaus
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their two-and-a-half-year-old son has opened up and enjoys the youngster and toddler program at Kinderhaus. The reviewer expresses gratitude for the staff's support and describes the experience as amazing.

helps children open upfun environmentsupportive staff
Address
101 E. Mansion St, Marshall, MI
Phone
(269) 781-4062
Troy Cooperative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Troy Cooperative Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the quality of teaching staff and caring environment. Parents particularly value the cooperative model that allows them to actively participate in classrooms alongside their children, creating a strong community experience. Multiple parents report their children felt well-prepared for kindergarten.

Excellent teachersloving and safe environmentkindergarten readiness preparation
Address
6363 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI
Phone
(248) 879-7601
Grace Church Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One parent reports that their child enjoys attending Grace Church Preschool. The available feedback highlights a positive experience without noting any specific drawbacks.

Child enjoys school
Address
1815 Hall Street Se, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 241-3202
St Trinity Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One reviewer highlights the facility's suitability for special events like baby showers, while another notes the great service and fellowship. A third comment is incomplete, but the available feedback points to a positive community atmosphere.

suitable for special eventsgreat servicefellowship
Address
7925 Sashabaw Rd, Clarkston, MI
Phone
(248) 620-6154
Forest Hills Presbyterian Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One parent highlights the excellent classrooms, teachers, and community atmosphere, expressing strong satisfaction with the daily experience. The feedback emphasizes a positive and adored environment within the religious facility's preschool program.

Great classroomsdedicated teachersstrong program
Address
7495 Cascade Road Se, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 957-3239
Trinity Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Trinity Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, skilled teachers and warm, family-like community atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight the school's safe, creative learning environment, Christian values instruction, and the lasting friendships their children develop. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and express strong satisfaction with their educational experience.

Caring and skilled teacherssafe learning environmentChristian values education
Address
10101 Ann Arbor Rd. West, Plymouth, MI
Phone
(734) 459-6211
Buttons And Bows Preschool At W L Congregational
Church Daycare
5

One parent highlights the exceptional quality of the teaching staff, specifically naming Mrs. Michaelson and Mrs. Dubois for their positive impact on their child's development. The reviewer describes the teachers as amazing and effective in shaping the child's behavior.

Supportive and skilled teacherspositive influence on child's developmentspecific staff recognition (Mrs. Michaelson
Address
1809 South Mears Avenue, Whitehall, MI
Phone
(231) 893-3265
N Central Elem Young 4s Program
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights the benefit of smaller classes, noting that this setup allows for more individual attention for each student. The few reviews so far mention positive experiences regarding class size and staff focus.

smaller classesmore attention to single students
Address
5465 W 3rd Street, Hermansville, MI
Phone
(906) 295-1573
St Mary Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One parent describes the staff as wonderful with the children, highlighting a positive experience with the care provided at this religious facility.

Supportive staff
Address
220 W Downie Street, Alma, MI
Phone
(989) 463-5370
Little Miracles Christian Learning Center
Church Daycare
5

Little Miracles Christian Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and Christ-centered curriculum. Parents report their children feel genuinely loved, thrive academically and socially, and develop strong foundations for kindergarten and beyond. Multiple families express intent to enroll additional children at the facility.

Loving and caring staffChrist-centered educationacademic preparation for kindergarten
Address
6726 Texas Drive, Kalamazoo, MI
Phone
(269) 353-2700
Gladstone Country Schoolhouse Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the Gladstone Country Schoolhouse Day Care Center as very good. This single positive comment reflects a high satisfaction level for this center-based program in Gladstone, Michigan.

Very good
Address
3202 Sjoquist Drive, Gladstone, MI
Phone
(906) 428-3989
Little Lambs Parent Co-Op Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Lambs is a highly regarded parent co-op preschool with 10 five-star reviews praising its warm, nurturing environment and strong community focus. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, small class ratios, Christian curriculum, and unique opportunity for parental involvement in the classroom and field trips. Families report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and form meaningful relationships with peers and staff.

Caring and loving tea
Address
7248 68th Street Se, Caledonia, MI
Phone
(616) 554-3350
Jackson Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the facility's superior structure, experienced staff, and alignment with Livonia Public Schools, noting significant developmental improvements in their children. One reviewer contrasts this positive experience with a previous negative daycare and a difficult interaction with a different district employee, while another emphasizes the staff's support for special needs children.

excellent staffstructured environmentfollows Livonia Public Schools curriculum
Address
32025 Lyndon, Livonia, MI
Phone
(734) 744-2813
Wentworth House Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center's dependability, affordability, and caring staff, noting that their children remain connected to the center long after graduating. The review emphasizes the personal affection staff show towards the children.

dependableaffordablecaring
Address
119 Wentworth, Battle Creek, MI
Phone
(269) 968-4152
Diman-Wolf Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center as a great school where their daughter enjoys attending. The limited feedback highlights satisfaction with the program's appeal to children.

Great schoolpositive child experience
Address
306 W. Johnson Street, Hart, MI
Phone
(231) 873-6330
Kiddie Kastle
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff's kindness, reasonable tuition, and comprehensive daily routines including lessons, crafts, and naps. Reviewers note that children are treated like family and enjoy the variety of toys and activities provided.

affordable tuitionnice staffdaily lessons
Address
1671 Kingsway Court, Trenton, MI
Phone
(734) 675-6644
Beck Center Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
27100 Bennett Street, Redford, MI
Phone
(313) 538-2617

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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.