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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Clare, MI

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Clare. Average rating: 4.97/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clare, Michigan at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.97/5
Parent reviews
4
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Clare offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.97/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48617 zip code, averaging 4.97 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Clare

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

4.95avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Clare zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
486175
4.97
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clare (36–100 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 Clare based on parent reviews

Our Father'S House

5

3557 East Colonville Road, Clare, MI

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Daycare types in Clare

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Browse by type in Clare

🎨 Preschools 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Clare, Michigan

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Clare, Michigan, making up 40% 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 Clare have an average rating of 4.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 4 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Clare, 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 Clare

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Our Father'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3557 East Colonville Road, Clare, MI
Phone
(989) 386-7695
Clare Primary School Sparks
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
205 East Wheaton Street, Clare, MI
Phone
(989) 386-3438

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clare, 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 Clare have an average Google rating of 4.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clare, 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
Clare offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Clare for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clare 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.