Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Dexter, MI
Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Dexter. Average rating: 4.52/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Dexter, Michigan at a glance
- Programs
- 5
- Avg rating
- 4.52/5
- Parent reviews
- 14
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
Dexter offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 4.52/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48130 zip code, averaging 4.52 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dexter
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.
- 1Kidsland3.95 score3.9(5)
9477 N. Territorial, Suite 110, Dexter, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children
Parents consistently praise Kidsland for its warm, caring staff and quality Montessori-based curriculum. Children show strong academic progress and social-emotional development, with parents noting their kids are happy and engaged. The center is commended for personalizing instruction to meet individual children's needs.
Attentive and caring staffMontessori curriculumacademic achievement (reading and math skills)individualized instruction
Rating Distribution
Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Dexter
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Dexter, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Dexter zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48130 | 7 | 4.52 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Dexter (40–164 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
1
Large
76–150 children
5
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Dexter based on parent reviews
Morning Star Child Care West
7444 Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd., Suite G, Dexter, MI
Parents highlight the stability of the teaching staff and the school's focus on outdoor, child-led learning, noting significant growth and social development for their children. Families appreciate the supportive, family-like atmosphere and flexible options for working parents, including coverage for snow days and specialized care for medical needs.
Morning Star Child Care
7394 Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd, Dexter, MI
Parents highlight the low teacher turnover and experienced staff, noting that children benefit from an outdoor-focused curriculum, frequent field trips, and a supportive family atmosphere. Reviewers also appreciate the flexibility offered by snow day programs and the center's ability to accommodate medical needs.
Jenkins Early Childhood Learning Center
2801 Baker Rd, Dexter, MI
One parent describes the staff as kind and deeply committed to their work, noting that the center strives to educate the whole child. The reviewer highly recommends Jenkins ECLC for families seeking both education and care.
Kidsland
9477 N. Territorial, Suite 110, Dexter, MI
Parents consistently praise Kidsland for its warm, caring staff and quality Montessori-based curriculum. Children show strong academic progress and social-emotional development, with parents noting their kids are happy and engaged. The center is commended for personalizing instruction to meet individual children's needs.
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Daycare types in Dexter
Child Daycare & Preschools in Dexter, Michigan
There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Dexter, Michigan, making up 71% of the 7 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 Dexter have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.52 stars. Our analysis covers 14 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Dexter, 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 Dexter
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One parent describes the staff as kind and deeply committed to their work, noting that the center strives to educate the whole child. The reviewer highly recommends Jenkins ECLC for families seeking both education and care.
- Address
- 2801 Baker Rd, Dexter, MI
- Phone
- (734) 424-4180
Parents highlight the stability of the teaching staff and the school's focus on outdoor, child-led learning, noting significant growth and social development for their children. Families appreciate the supportive, family-like atmosphere and flexible options for working parents, including coverage for snow days and specialized care for medical needs.
- Address
- 7444 Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd., Suite G, Dexter, MI
- Phone
- (734) 424-9506
Parents highlight the low teacher turnover and experienced staff, noting that children benefit from an outdoor-focused curriculum, frequent field trips, and a supportive family atmosphere. Reviewers also appreciate the flexibility offered by snow day programs and the center's ability to accommodate medical needs.
- Address
- 7394 Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd, Dexter, MI
- Phone
- (734) 424-9193
Parents consistently praise Kidsland for its warm, caring staff and quality Montessori-based curriculum. Children show strong academic progress and social-emotional development, with parents noting their kids are happy and engaged. The center is commended for personalizing instruction to meet individual children's needs.
- Address
- 9477 N. Territorial, Suite 110, Dexter, MI
- Phone
- (734) 424-0113
- Address
- 7480 Dan Hoey Road, Dexter, MI
- Phone
- (734) 424-4120
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