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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Auburn, MI

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Auburn. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Auburn, Michigan at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
36
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Auburn has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 36 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48611 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Auburn

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
    Zion Lutheran Preschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    1557 W Seidler Rd, Auburn, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

    Zion Lutheran Preschool in Auburn, Michigan receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents praise the family-like atmosphere, caring teachers, and strong community spirit. The facility is also noted for its well-maintained grounds and various community activities.

    Family-like environmentcaring and dedicated teachersreligious educationwell-maintained grounds and facilities
  2. 2
    Kid'S University
    3.86 score
    3.8(12)

    4600 Garfield Road, Suite 600, Auburn, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Kid's University in Auburn receives mixed reviews. While most parents praise the caring staff, educational activities, and safe environment, a small number report concerning incidents including inadequate supervision, staff attitude issues, and improper handling of child injuries.

    Caring and loving staffeducational and hands-on activitiesoutdoor playstructured schedule

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Auburn

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Auburn zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
486115
4.5
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Auburn (36–110 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Auburn based on parent reviews

Ready-Set- Grow! INC.

4.4(4)

104 Moll Street, Auburn, MI

Multiple parents highlight the center's exceptional support for neuro-divergent children, describing staff as helpful, kind, and dedicated to fostering independence and manners. Conversely, one neighbor complaint cites excessive noise levels from children playing outdoors, noting that staff failed to intervene when kids were screaming.

Support for neuro-divergent childrenhelpful and kind stafffocus on manners and self-care skills

Forest Early Childhood Center

5

2169 West Midland Rd, Auburn, MI

Kid'S University

3.8(12)

4600 Garfield Road, Suite 600, Auburn, MI

Kid's University in Auburn receives mixed reviews. While most parents praise the caring staff, educational activities, and safe environment, a small number report concerning incidents including inadequate supervision, staff attitude issues, and improper handling of child injuries.

Caring and loving staffeducational and hands-on activitiesoutdoor play

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Daycare types in Auburn

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Auburn, Michigan

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Auburn, Michigan, making up 80% of the 5 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 Auburn have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 36 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Auburn, 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 Auburn

Showing 4 results

Forest Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2169 West Midland Rd, Auburn, MI
Phone
(989) 496-3430
Ready-Set- Grow! INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Multiple parents highlight the center's exceptional support for neuro-divergent children, describing staff as helpful, kind, and dedicated to fostering independence and manners. Conversely, one neighbor complaint cites excessive noise levels from children playing outdoors, noting that staff failed to intervene when kids were screaming.

Support for neuro-divergent childrenhelpful and kind stafffocus on manners and self-care skills
Address
104 Moll Street, Auburn, MI
Phone
(989) 662-6681
Kid'S University
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Kid's University in Auburn receives mixed reviews. While most parents praise the caring staff, educational activities, and safe environment, a small number report concerning incidents including inadequate supervision, staff attitude issues, and improper handling of child injuries.

Caring and loving staffeducational and hands-on activitiesoutdoor play
Address
4600 Garfield Road, Suite 600, Auburn, MI
Phone
(989) 662-6642
Auburn Area Catholic Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
114 W Midland Rd, Auburn, MI
Phone
(989) 662-6431

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Auburn, Michigan, out of 5 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 Auburn have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Auburn, 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
Auburn offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church 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 Auburn for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Auburn 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.