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12 Child Daycare & Preschools in Dearborn Heights, Michigan

Browse all 12 child daycare & preschools in Dearborn Heights, Michigan. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dearborn Heights

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

    22575 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Al Hadi Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, strong communication, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is credited with supporting children's development and creating a welcoming, nurturing environment.

    Kind and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsclean and well-organized facilityflexible scheduling and accommodation of individual needs
  2. 2
    Hand N' Hand Preschool
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    27055 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 67 children

    Hand n' Hand Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, friendly staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in quality educational activities, and develop strong academic skills. The center is noted for flexibility with scheduling and a large outdoor play area.

    Caring and nurturing staffstrong communicationfamily-like atmospherelarge outdoor play area
  3. 3
    Kidz Zone
    4.1 score
    4.2(5)

    27355 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

    KIDZ ZONE receives mixed reviews with four 5-star ratings praising the staff, director, and child development focus, but one 1-star review citing severe staffing issues and neglect. Most parents report their children are happy and excited to attend, with staff described as knowledgeable and caring.

    Caring and knowledgeable staffstrong director leadershipchildren happy and excited to attendpersonalized developmental care
  4. 4

    4825 Beech Daly Street, Dearborn Heights, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Smallville Learning Center for its family-like atmosphere, caring and attentive staff, and clean, welcoming environment. Children show strong academic progress and emotional security, with parents noting the center provides genuine care rather than basic babysitting. The owner-operated model is viewed as evidence of personal investment in child welfare.

    Attentive and loving staffclean facilityeducational activitieschild safety

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dearborn Heights based on parent reviews

Al Hadi Child Care Center

4.5(20)

22575 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI

Al Hadi Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, strong communication, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is credited with supporting children's development and creating a welcoming, nurturing environment.

Kind and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsclean and well-organized facility

Hand N' Hand Preschool

4.6(10)

27055 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI

Hand n' Hand Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, friendly staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in quality educational activities, and develop strong academic skills. The center is noted for flexibility with scheduling and a large outdoor play area.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong communicationfamily-like atmosphere

Kidz Zone

4.2(5)

27355 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI

KIDZ ZONE receives mixed reviews with four 5-star ratings praising the staff, director, and child development focus, but one 1-star review citing severe staffing issues and neglect. Most parents report their children are happy and excited to attend, with staff described as knowledgeable and caring.

Caring and knowledgeable staffstrong director leadershipchildren happy and excited to attend

Madison School

5

4950 Madison St, Dearborn Heights, MI

Smallville Learning Center

3.9(20)

4825 Beech Daly Street, Dearborn Heights, MI

Parents consistently praise Smallville Learning Center for its family-like atmosphere, caring and attentive staff, and clean, welcoming environment. Children show strong academic progress and emotional security, with parents noting the center provides genuine care rather than basic babysitting. The owner-operated model is viewed as evidence of personal investment in child welfare.

Attentive and loving staffclean facilityeducational activities

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Dearborn Heights, Michigan

There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, making up 55% of the 22 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 Dearborn Heights, 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 Dearborn Heights

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Madison School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4950 Madison St, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 203-4200
Hand N' Hand Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Hand n' Hand Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, friendly staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in quality educational activities, and develop strong academic skills. The center is noted for flexibility with scheduling and a large outdoor play area.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong communicationfamily-like atmosphere
Address
27055 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 277-2735
Al Hadi Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Al Hadi Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, strong communication, and children's enthusiasm for attending. The center is credited with supporting children's development and creating a welcoming, nurturing environment.

Kind and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsclean and well-organized facility
Address
22575 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 638-9999
Kidz Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

KIDZ ZONE receives mixed reviews with four 5-star ratings praising the staff, director, and child development focus, but one 1-star review citing severe staffing issues and neglect. Most parents report their children are happy and excited to attend, with staff described as knowledgeable and caring.

Caring and knowledgeable staffstrong director leadershipchildren happy and excited to attend
Address
27355 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 730-8915
Smallville Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Smallville Learning Center for its family-like atmosphere, caring and attentive staff, and clean, welcoming environment. Children show strong academic progress and emotional security, with parents noting the center provides genuine care rather than basic babysitting. The owner-operated model is viewed as evidence of personal investment in child welfare.

Attentive and loving staffclean facilityeducational activities
Address
4825 Beech Daly Street, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 357-3397
Global Heights Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
23713 Joy Rd, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 730-9035
Christus Victor Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
25535 Ford Road, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 278-8879
Wise Academey
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
922 N Beech Daly Road, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 744-2345
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
466 N John Daly, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 359-3000
River Oaks Gsrp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
20755 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 827-6750
Kids World
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4839 Beech Daly, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 908-2436
Howe Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
22586 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 827-7686

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Frequently asked questions

There are 12 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, out of 22 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 Dearborn Heights, 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
Dearborn Heights offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Dearborn Heights for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dearborn Heights 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.