78 Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Browse all 78 child daycare & preschools in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grand Rapids
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.
- 1Children'S Workshop INC.4.8 score5(20)
2727 Michigan Street, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Workshop for its caring, dedicated staff and welcoming approach to younger children, including those not yet potty-trained. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children's social skills, confidence, and academic readiness, with high satisfaction across all classroom levels.
Accepting non-potty-trained children as young as 2 years oldwarm and patient teacherssmall class sizes with multiple teachers per roomplay-based and curriculum-focused learning - 2Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center4.72 score4.9(20)
3280 Grand Ridge Drive Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 139 children
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center in Grand Rapids receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, and positive learning environment. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in this facility's care and many continue attending despite living farther away.
caring and loving staffexcellent parent communicationattentive teachersGSRP program availability - 3Gan Yiladim Preschool At Chabad House4.72 score4.9(20)
2615 Michigan Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 14 children
Gan Yiladim Preschool at Chabad House in Grand Rapids receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, welcoming environment and the rabbi and his family. Parents highlight the comfortable, caring community atmosphere and appreciate the inclusive approach that welcomes people of all backgrounds. The facility offers Shabbat services and guest accommodations that parents found convenient and hospitable.
Warm and welcoming environmentWelcoming Rabbi and RebbetzinKind and caring staffShabbat services and Kiddush - 4Stepping Stones Montessori Sch4.67 score5(10)
1110 College Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Stepping Stones Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents for its authentic Montessori approach, nurturing community, and exceptional staff. Parents report their children develop strong academic skills alongside independence, confidence, empathy, and a genuine love of learning. The school serves students from preschool through 8th grade and has earned recognition for its whole-child development philosophy and supportive family partnerships.
Aut - 5New Community Church Preschool4.64 score5(9)
2340 Dean Lake Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children
New Community Church Preschool receives consistent 5-star ratings with parents praising the welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the quality of pastoral leadership and note the facility makes families feel at home. The religious environment and community focus are presented as key strengths.
welcoming environmentfriendly staff and pastorsstrong Christian teachingsense of community - 6Northwest Co-Op Preschool4.58 score5(7)
1934 Bridge Street Nw, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Parents consistently praise Northwest Co-op Preschool for its play-based, child-led approach and strong community atmosphere. The program is highly valued for its cooperative structure that allows parents to actively participate in their children's education, and Mrs. Wilson is repeatedly highlighted as an exceptional teacher. Families report lasting friendships and a solid academic foundation for elementary school.
Experienced and caring teacher (Mrs. Wilson)play-based and nature-inspired curriculumstrong sense of communityparent involvement opportunities - 7Plainfield Child Care4.56 score4.8(12)
6018 Coit Ave. Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Plainfield Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and engaging activities. Parents highlight strong leadership, good communication through daily photos and updates, and a structured environment that helps children thrive. Multiple families have been enrolled for years and recommend the center highly.
Caring and attentive staffengaged leadershipexcellent communication with parentsdaily photos and u - 8Mayflower Preschool4.53 score4.9(7)
2345 Robinson Road Se, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children
Mayflower Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment that balances structured learning with play-based education. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, excellent kindergarten preparation, and a strong sense of community. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment and recommend the center highly.
Play-based curriculumwarm and nurturing environmentskilled and caring teachersstrong kindergarten readiness preparation - 9Orchard Hill Christian Learning Center4.46 score4.6(16)
1465 Three Mile Road Nw, Grand Rapids, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 118 children
Orchard Hill Christian Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, engaging activities, field trips, and focus on kindergarten preparation, along with the religious/Christian education component. The director is noted as organized and accommodating, with staff retention being unusually high for the childcare industry.
Caring and dedicated teachersclean classroomsstrong curriculumkindergarten preparation - 10Immanuel St James Luth Presch4.44 score4.8(6)
2066 Oakwood Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 61 children
Note: The available reviews are for St. James Lutheran Church rather than the preschool program specifically. Reviewers praise the welcoming congregation, community involvement, pastoral leadership, and facility quality. The church is described as a caring community focused on faith development and neighborhood engagement.
Welcoming and caring congregationrelatable pastorbeautiful sanctuary with good acousticscommunity-focused
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Highest rated daycares in Grand Rapids based on parent reviews
Children'S Workshop INC.
2727 Michigan Street, Grand Rapids, MI
Parents consistently praise Children's Workshop for its caring, dedicated staff and welcoming approach to younger children, including those not yet potty-trained. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children's social skills, confidence, and academic readiness, with high satisfaction across all classroom levels.
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center
3280 Grand Ridge Drive Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center in Grand Rapids receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, and positive learning environment. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in this facility's care and many continue attending despite living farther away.
Gan Yiladim Preschool At Chabad House
2615 Michigan Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
Gan Yiladim Preschool at Chabad House in Grand Rapids receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, welcoming environment and the rabbi and his family. Parents highlight the comfortable, caring community atmosphere and appreciate the inclusive approach that welcomes people of all backgrounds. The facility offers Shabbat services and guest accommodations that parents found convenient and hospitable.
Stepping Stones Montessori Sch
1110 College Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
Stepping Stones Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents for its authentic Montessori approach, nurturing community, and exceptional staff. Parents report their children develop strong academic skills alongside independence, confidence, empathy, and a genuine love of learning. The school serves students from preschool through 8th grade and has earned recognition for its whole-child development philosophy and supportive family partnerships.
Northwest Co-Op Preschool
1934 Bridge Street Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
Parents consistently praise Northwest Co-op Preschool for its play-based, child-led approach and strong community atmosphere. The program is highly valued for its cooperative structure that allows parents to actively participate in their children's education, and Mrs. Wilson is repeatedly highlighted as an exceptional teacher. Families report lasting friendships and a solid academic foundation for elementary school.
Plainfield Child Care
6018 Coit Ave. Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
Plainfield Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and engaging activities. Parents highlight strong leadership, good communication through daily photos and updates, and a structured environment that helps children thrive. Multiple families have been enrolled for years and recommend the center highly.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Rapids, Michigan
There are 78 child daycare & preschools in Grand Rapids, Michigan, making up 57% of the 136 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 Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids
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Stepping Stones Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents for its authentic Montessori approach, nurturing community, and exceptional staff. Parents report their children develop strong academic skills alongside independence, confidence, empathy, and a genuine love of learning. The school serves students from preschool through 8th grade and has earned recognition for its whole-child development philosophy and supportive family partnerships.
- Address
- 1110 College Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 451-8627
Parents consistently praise Northwest Co-op Preschool for its play-based, child-led approach and strong community atmosphere. The program is highly valued for its cooperative structure that allows parents to actively participate in their children's education, and Mrs. Wilson is repeatedly highlighted as an exceptional teacher. Families report lasting friendships and a solid academic foundation for elementary school.
- Address
- 1934 Bridge Street Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 791-4140
Parents consistently praise Children's Workshop for its caring, dedicated staff and welcoming approach to younger children, including those not yet potty-trained. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children's social skills, confidence, and academic readiness, with high satisfaction across all classroom levels.
- Address
- 2727 Michigan Street, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 977-0555
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- 1700 Woodward Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 247-0433
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- 250 Commerce Sw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 456-7509
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- 1708 Leonard St. Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 222-1222
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- 3971 Richmond Ct Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 447-5683
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- 1250 Sigsbee St Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 819-1405
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- 3971 Richmond Ct. Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 647-0910
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center in Grand Rapids receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, and positive learning environment. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in this facility's care and many continue attending despite living farther away.
- Address
- 3280 Grand Ridge Drive Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 363-1184
Mayflower Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment that balances structured learning with play-based education. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, excellent kindergarten preparation, and a strong sense of community. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment and recommend the center highly.
- Address
- 2345 Robinson Road Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 459-7386
Gan Yiladim Preschool at Chabad House in Grand Rapids receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, welcoming environment and the rabbi and his family. Parents highlight the comfortable, caring community atmosphere and appreciate the inclusive approach that welcomes people of all backgrounds. The facility offers Shabbat services and guest accommodations that parents found convenient and hospitable.
- Address
- 2615 Michigan Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 957-0770
Plainfield Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and engaging activities. Parents highlight strong leadership, good communication through daily photos and updates, and a structured environment that helps children thrive. Multiple families have been enrolled for years and recommend the center highly.
- Address
- 6018 Coit Ave. Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 202-4020
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- 800 Wellerwood Street Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 819-3683
Aldersgate Center for Child Development in Grand Rapids receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and strong communication. However, two recent negative reviews describe serious concerns including inadequate supervision, lack of incident documentation, and a problematic mass email that allegedly shared personal information about a family with all clients.
- Address
- 4301 Ambrose Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 363-1210
- Address
- 2306 Camelot Ridge Ct. Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 956-0586
AppleTree Early Care and Preschool Standale in Grand Rapids receives universally positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and competent staff, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and excellent communication through live-feed app access. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children for years, citing the nurturing environment and genuine relationships between teachers and students.
- Address
- 53 Lake Michigan Dr., Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 805-9335
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time for exceptional care, education, and staff warmth. Families report their children thrive in the program, feel loved and safe, and enjoy attending daily. The center is noted for cleanliness, communication via app, and strong management support.
- Address
- 6690 Old 28th Street Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 942-2124
Parents praise Baxter Child Development Center as a clean, safe facility with amazing staff and well-implemented safety measures. Beyond daycare, the center is recognized as a valuable community resource offering food assistance, clothing, healthcare services, job training, and recreational programs. Families report the center has been especially helpful during financial hardship.
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- 935 Baxter Street Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 456-8593
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- 4220 Kalamazoo Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 259-8923
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- 515 Jefferson Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 459-0110
Parents praise LA ESCUELITA for its welcoming environment, helpful staff, and affordable pricing. The center is noted for serving the Latino community well with strong resources and knowledgeable employees. However, phone communication and front desk responsiveness have been cited as areas needing improvement.
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- 1204 Grandville Ave, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 742-0200
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- 4533 Cascade Rd. Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 942-5002
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- 641 Vries Ave. Sw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 819-5690
Parents consistently praise Little Lights Infant & Toddler Program for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and deeply caring staff who treat children as family. The center excels in child development areas including speech, potty training, social skills, and sign language, while maintaining strong communication with parents through daily updates and photos. Multiple parents describe it as a nurturing community and second home for their children.
- Address
- 839 Sibley St. Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 454-4011
Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center for providing high-quality, nurturing care with attentive staff who help children develop academically and socially. The center is noted for excellent communication through daily updates and photos, responsive management, and creating a welcoming environment where children are happy to attend. Multiple families have used the facility for several years and strongly recommend it.
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- 2571 E Beltline Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 447-8740
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- 11260 8th Ave., Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 735-2066
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- 210 Lyon Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 234-4004
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- 904 Sheldon Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 452-3226
Walker Child Care receives mixed reviews. While most parents praise the friendly staff, safe environment, and learning activities, some report poor communication and safety concerns. The facility appears to work well for families who can establish good relationships with staff but has struggled with responsiveness to inquiries and parent contact.
- Address
- 3787 Remembrance Rd. Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 453-3377
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