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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Charlotte, MI

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Charlotte. Average rating: 3.82/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Charlotte, Michigan at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
3.82/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Charlotte has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 41 parent reviews averaging 3.82/5.The largest concentration is in 48813 with 10 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Charlotte

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
    Mother'S Day Out Of First Baptist Church
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1110 Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents consistently praise First Baptist Church's welcoming and friendly atmosphere, strong biblical teaching under Pastor Pete's leadership, and excellent children's programs. The facility is well-maintained and the church is actively involved in community outreach and family activities.

    Welcoming and friendly communityPastor Pete's leadership and sermonswell-renovated facilitystrong biblical doctrine
  2. 2
    Charlotte Head Start
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    1370 N.Clinton Trail, Charlotte, MI · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 36 children

    Charlotte Head Start receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, quality education, and helpful support for both children and families. Parents consistently describe the facility as a great place for early learning before school. One review appears unrelated to the facility.

    Caring and exceptional teacherssupportive administratorsquality instructionparent education and guidance
  3. 3
    Tot Spot
    3.9 score
    3.8(5)

    2894 S Cochran Ave, Charlotte, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Tot Spot is a center-based daycare in Charlotte, Michigan that receives mostly positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the warm, welcoming staff, clean facility, and nice playground. One parent expressed concerns about the facility's ability to accommodate special needs children and mentioned additional costs beyond tuition.

    friendly and caring staffclean facilitynice playgroundwelcoming environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Charlotte

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.7avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.4avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Charlotte zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4881310
3.82
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Charlotte (20–181 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Charlotte based on parent reviews

Acres Of Play

4.3(4)

200 High St, Charlotte, MI

Some parents highlight the center's play-based philosophy, outdoor focus, and welcoming staff, noting that children feel like family. Conversely, one reviewer reports witnessing staff yelling at and physically handling a child, leading to filed complaints and a loss of trust in safety protocols.

play-based philosophyoutdoor focuscaring and responsible staff

Tot Spot

3.8(5)

2894 S Cochran Ave, Charlotte, MI

Tot Spot is a center-based daycare in Charlotte, Michigan that receives mostly positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the warm, welcoming staff, clean facility, and nice playground. One parent expressed concerns about the facility's ability to accommodate special needs children and mentioned additional costs beyond tuition.

friendly and caring staffclean facilitynice playground

First Lutheran Preschool/Daycare

3(2)

712 Paine, Charlotte, MI

One parent describes a highly satisfactory experience with consistent, incident-free care for multiple children, while another criticizes the facility for poor communication and allegedly unsafe supervision practices. These contrasting accounts highlight a divide between long-term satisfaction and concerns regarding staff engagement and safety protocols.

incident-free carelong-term satisfactionhigh recommendation

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Daycare types in Charlotte

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Charlotte, Michigan

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Charlotte, Michigan, making up 50% of the 10 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 Charlotte have an average rating of 3.82 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Charlotte, 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 Charlotte

Showing 5 results

Acres Of Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Some parents highlight the center's play-based philosophy, outdoor focus, and welcoming staff, noting that children feel like family. Conversely, one reviewer reports witnessing staff yelling at and physically handling a child, leading to filed complaints and a loss of trust in safety protocols.

play-based philosophyoutdoor focuscaring and responsible staff
Address
200 High St, Charlotte, MI
Phone
(517) 213-6281
Tot Spot
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Tot Spot is a center-based daycare in Charlotte, Michigan that receives mostly positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the warm, welcoming staff, clean facility, and nice playground. One parent expressed concerns about the facility's ability to accommodate special needs children and mentioned additional costs beyond tuition.

friendly and caring staffclean facilitynice playground
Address
2894 S Cochran Ave, Charlotte, MI
Phone
(517) 543-0779
First Lutheran Preschool/Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent describes a highly satisfactory experience with consistent, incident-free care for multiple children, while another criticizes the facility for poor communication and allegedly unsafe supervision practices. These contrasting accounts highlight a divide between long-term satisfaction and concerns regarding staff engagement and safety protocols.

incident-free carelong-term satisfactionhigh recommendation
Address
712 Paine, Charlotte, MI
Phone
(517) 543-3828
Charlotte Comm Nursery Pre
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
216 W Lovett Street, Charlotte, MI
Phone
(517) 543-3800
Parkview Great Start Readiness Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
301 E. Kalamo Hwy, Charlotte, MI
Phone
(517) 541-8761

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Charlotte, Michigan, out of 10 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 Charlotte have an average Google rating of 3.82 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Charlotte, 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
Charlotte offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Charlotte for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Charlotte 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.