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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Gladstone, MI

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Gladstone. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Gladstone, Michigan at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
22
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Gladstone has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gladstone

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
    Northern Lights Ymca Preschool
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    803 29th Street, Gladstone, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Northern lights YMCA Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from visitors who praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and affordable family programs. Reviewers highlight diverse amenities including a gym, pool, sauna, hot tub, and weight room, along with special events and activities for families.

    Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffaffordable family plangood gym equipment selection

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Gladstone

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gladstone (20–95 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gladstone based on parent reviews

Northern Lights Ymca Preschool

4.6(20)

803 29th Street, Gladstone, MI

Northern lights YMCA Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from visitors who praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and affordable family programs. Reviewers highlight diverse amenities including a gym, pool, sauna, hot tub, and weight room, along with special events and activities for families.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffaffordable family plan

Gladstone Country Schoolhouse Day Care Center

5(1)

3202 Sjoquist Drive, Gladstone, MI

One parent describes the Gladstone Country Schoolhouse Day Care Center as very good. This single positive comment reflects a high satisfaction level for this center-based program in Gladstone, Michigan.

Very good

Little Light Of Mine Child Center

3(1)

528 28th Street, Gladstone, MI

One parent reports significant conflict with LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE CHILD CENTER in Gladstone, alleging staff hypocrisy and efforts to exclude a father from their second daughter's education. The reviewer claims the center attempts to use its private school status to bypass Michigan laws.

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Gladstone, Michigan

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Gladstone, Michigan. 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 Gladstone have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Gladstone, 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 Gladstone

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Gladstone Country Schoolhouse Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the Gladstone Country Schoolhouse Day Care Center as very good. This single positive comment reflects a high satisfaction level for this center-based program in Gladstone, Michigan.

Very good
Address
3202 Sjoquist Drive, Gladstone, MI
Phone
(906) 428-3989
Northern Lights Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Northern lights YMCA Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from visitors who praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and affordable family programs. Reviewers highlight diverse amenities including a gym, pool, sauna, hot tub, and weight room, along with special events and activities for families.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffaffordable family plan
Address
803 29th Street, Gladstone, MI
Phone
(906) 789-0202
Little Light Of Mine Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent reports significant conflict with LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE CHILD CENTER in Gladstone, alleging staff hypocrisy and efforts to exclude a father from their second daughter's education. The reviewer claims the center attempts to use its private school status to bypass Michigan laws.

Address
528 28th Street, Gladstone, MI
Phone
(906) 428-9482
Gladstone Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
207 S 12th Street, Gladstone, MI
Phone
(906) 428-4231

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Gladstone, Michigan. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Gladstone have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Gladstone, 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
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 Gladstone for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gladstone 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.