
Compare 16 child daycare & preschools in Clarkston. Average rating: 4.58/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Clarkston has 16 licensed child daycare & preschools with 90 parent reviews averaging 4.58/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 60% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48348 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
4630 White Lake Road, Clarkston, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children
Stars & Stripes Kids Activity Center in Clarkston receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its clean, spacious gym environment, engaging and caring coaching staff, and well-organized programs including ninja warrior classes, gymnastics instruction, birthday parties, and toddler activities.
936 S. Baldwin Road, Ste. 101, Clarkston, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
A School for the Mind & Body receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, child development, and clean facilities. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about staff conduct, management issues, and unresolved parent complaints.
3604 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
A School for the Mind and Body receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, quality education, and child development. However, one review raised serious concerns about staff conduct and management issues.
6475 Waldon Center, Clarkston, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 263 children
Parents consistently praise Lil' People's Place for exceptional, caring staff who build strong relationships with children and provide a nurturing, educational environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment from infancy through preschool, citing staff consistency, cleanliness, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents emphasize feeling confident in the care provided and describe the facility as an extension of their family.
Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Clarkston
Average ratings by facility type in Clarkston, based on parent reviews
Clarkston zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48348 | 12 | 4.6 | 4 | |
| 48346 | 8 | 4.55 | 2 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Clarkston (24–263 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
8
Large
76–150 children
7
Very Large
150+ children
3
Highest rated daycares in Clarkston based on parent reviews
4630 White Lake Road, Clarkston, MI
Stars & Stripes Kids Activity Center in Clarkston receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its clean, spacious gym environment, engaging and caring coaching staff, and well-organized programs including ninja warrior classes, gymnastics instruction, birthday parties, and toddler activities.
8585 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston, MI
Parents highlight the center's caring staff, personalized care, and effective preschool academics, though one review notes the facility is not large or fancy. Reviewers appreciate the flexible scheduling, clean environment, and reasonable pricing, with no specific negative aspects of the childcare itself reported.
6805 Bluegrass Drive, Clarkston, MI
Parents highlight the unique co-op model that allows active parental involvement through monthly classroom assistance and field trips. Reviewers appreciate the experienced teachers and play-based curriculum, noting that the program successfully builds educational foundations and social skills for their children.
936 S. Baldwin Road, Ste. 101, Clarkston, MI
A School for the Mind & Body receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, child development, and clean facilities. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about staff conduct, management issues, and unresolved parent complaints.
3604 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI
A School for the Mind and Body receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, quality education, and child development. However, one review raised serious concerns about staff conduct and management issues.
6475 Waldon Center, Clarkston, MI
Parents consistently praise Lil' People's Place for exceptional, caring staff who build strong relationships with children and provide a nurturing, educational environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment from infancy through preschool, citing staff consistency, cleanliness, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents emphasize feeling confident in the care provided and describe the facility as an extension of their family.
There are 16 child daycare & preschools in Clarkston, Michigan, making up 80% of the 20 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 Clarkston have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 90 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Clarkston, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents highlight the center's caring staff, personalized care, and effective preschool academics, though one review notes the facility is not large or fancy. Reviewers appreciate the flexible scheduling, clean environment, and reasonable pricing, with no specific negative aspects of the childcare itself reported.
Parents highlight the unique co-op model that allows active parental involvement through monthly classroom assistance and field trips. Reviewers appreciate the experienced teachers and play-based curriculum, noting that the program successfully builds educational foundations and social skills for their children.
Stars & Stripes Kids Activity Center in Clarkston receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its clean, spacious gym environment, engaging and caring coaching staff, and well-organized programs including ninja warrior classes, gymnastics instruction, birthday parties, and toddler activities.
A School for the Mind & Body receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, child development, and clean facilities. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about staff conduct, management issues, and unresolved parent complaints.
A School for the Mind and Body receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, quality education, and child development. However, one review raised serious concerns about staff conduct and management issues.
Parents consistently praise Lil' People's Place for exceptional, caring staff who build strong relationships with children and provide a nurturing, educational environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment from infancy through preschool, citing staff consistency, cleanliness, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents emphasize feeling confident in the care provided and describe the facility as an extension of their family.
Some parents highlight the center's structured environment and caring teachers, noting significant social and academic improvements for their children, while others report serious communication issues. One reviewer describes a highly positive transition for a shy child who thrived in the smaller classroom setting, whereas another found it impossible to contact the facility. A third parent simply noted that their children enjoy the teachers.
One parent reports a dramatic improvement under new ownership, highlighting approachable staff and significant academic and behavioral progress for their children. Another family praises the high-tech security, cleanliness, and teacher-student ratio, noting their toddler's rapid development in independence and academics. Conversely, a single negative review criticizes the previous ownership for being money-oriented and unpersonable, suggesting an alternative preschool as a better fit.
Parents highlight exceptional staff support and early intervention resources, with one noting their child's successful transition to advanced academic achievement despite developmental delays. Another review praises the dedicated teachers in the Funshine program for providing a positive first school experience.
The Learning Experience Clarkston receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, smooth transitions for children of all ages, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and a nurturing learning environment where children thrive academically and socially.
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