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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Alpena, MI

Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Alpena. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Alpena, Michigan at a glance

Programs
8
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Alpena offers 8 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 49707 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Alpena

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Alpena Child Care And Development Center
    4.25 score
    4.5(5)

    511 Long Rapids Plaza, Alpena, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Parents consistently praise Alpena Child Care and Development Center as a safe, trusted facility with excellent staff and cleanliness. The center is noted for keeping parents informed about their children's activities and maintaining well-maintained grounds. Reviewers highlight it as the best childcare option in the area.

    safe environmenttrusted facilitygreat staffclean facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Alpena

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Alpena, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating
8 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Alpena zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
497079
4.5
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Alpena (18–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Alpena based on parent reviews

Alpena Child Care And Development Center

4.5(5)

511 Long Rapids Plaza, Alpena, MI

Parents consistently praise Alpena Child Care and Development Center as a safe, trusted facility with excellent staff and cleanliness. The center is noted for keeping parents informed about their children's activities and maintaining well-maintained grounds. Reviewers highlight it as the best childcare option in the area.

safe environmenttrusted facilitygreat staff

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Daycare types in Alpena

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Before or After School Daycare 1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Alpena, Michigan

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Alpena, Michigan, making up 89% of the 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Alpena have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Alpena, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Alpena

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Alpena Child Care And Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Alpena Child Care and Development Center as a safe, trusted facility with excellent staff and cleanliness. The center is noted for keeping parents informed about their children's activities and maintaining well-maintained grounds. Reviewers highlight it as the best childcare option in the area.

safe environmenttrusted facilitygreat staff
Address
511 Long Rapids Plaza, Alpena, MI
Phone
(989) 354-3213
All Saints Catholic Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
500 N. Second Avenue, Alpena, MI
Phone
(989) 354-4911
Ella White Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
201 N. Ripley Blvd, Alpena, MI
Phone
(989) 358-5189
Hinks Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7667 Us 23, Alpena, MI
Phone
(989) 358-5589
Alpena Lincoln Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
309 Lake Street, Alpena, MI
Phone
(989) 354-7890
Immanuel Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
355 Wilson Street, Alpena, MI
Phone
(989) 354-4805
Ella White Gsrp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
201 N Ripley Blvd, Alpena, MI
Phone
(989) 278-5989
Amaesd Preschool Lincoln
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
309 W Lake St, Alpena, MI
Phone
(989) 358-5927

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Alpena, Michigan, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Alpena have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Alpena, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Michigan's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Michigan)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Alpena offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Michigan typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Alpena for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Alpena must be licensed by Michigan's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.