How do I choose the right daycare in Birmingham?

When choosing a daycare in Birmingham, 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

What types of daycare are available in Birmingham?

Birmingham offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities Church Daycare — 4 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Birmingham, Michigan (10 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Michigan?

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 Birmingham for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Birmingham

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.

Preschool & Enrichment / Parents' Day Out

4.64 score

4.8(20)

1589 W Maple Ave, Birmingham, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 126 children

This appears to be a church-based facility rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the pastoral staff, music and youth programs, welcoming community atmosphere, and various church activities and services.

Strong pastoral and lay staffexcellent music and youth programscaring and service-minded communitybeautiful sanctuary

First Presbyterian Hand In Hand Early Learning Ctr

4.63 score

4.8(19)

1669 W Maple Road, Birmingham, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 110 children

Reviews praise First Presbyterian Hand in Hand Early Learning Center as a welcoming and inclusive religious community. Parents highlight the warm, friendly staff and supportive environment for families, including those with special needs children. The facility is noted for its strong youth education programs and active community involvement.

Welcoming and friendly staffinclusive communityexcellent youth education programssupportive of families with special need

The Community House Early Childhood Center

4.5 score

5(5)

380 S Bates Street, Birmingham, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

Parents consistently praise The Community House Early Childhood Center for its small class sizes, individualized attention, and dedicated staff led by Director Sarah Schuster. Children show strong developmental progress in academics, speech, social skills, and overall confidence. Families appreciate the convenient downtown Birmingham location, community connections, and strong relationships built with staff.

Small class sizesindividualized academic attentionexperienced teachersstaff responsiveness and creativity

Our Shepherd Lutheran Early Childhood Center

4.35 score

4.6(7)

2225 14 Mile Rd, Birmingham, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

The reviews provided are for Our Shepherd Lutheran Church, not the Early Childhood Center daycare program. Parents praise the church facility, welcoming community, and pastoral staff, but no reviews specifically address the daycare services, curriculum, or childcare experience.

Beautiful facilitywelcoming and friendly communitycaring pastorsactive congregation

Gateway Montessori School

4.14 score

4.2(12)

300 Willits Street, Birmingham, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

Gateway Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, welcoming atmosphere, and Montessori philosophy. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about leadership competency, staff turnover, and adherence to Montessori practices.

caring and compassionate staffwelcoming atmospheresafe environmentpersonalized learning

Child Daycare & Preschools in Birmingham, Michigan

There are 10 child daycare & preschools in Birmingham, Michigan, making up 67% of the 15 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 10 child daycare & preschools daycares in Birmingham, Michigan, out of 15 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Birmingham, 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

Birmingham offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
Church Daycare — 4 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 Birmingham for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Birmingham 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.

10 Child Daycare & Preschools in Birmingham, Michigan

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Birmingham

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Preschool & Enrichment / Parents' Day Out

The Community House Early Childhood Center

West Maple Nursery School At Lutheran Ch Of The R

St. James Preschool At St James Episcopal C

Gateway Montessori School

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