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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Howard City, MI

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Howard City. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Howard City, Michigan at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Howard City offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Howard City

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
    Tri County Childcare
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    415 Cedar St., Howard City, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    These reviews appear to be for Tricounty Community Church rather than the TRI COUNTY CHILDCARE daycare center. The reviews praise the church community, leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, with mentions of a children's program as a secondary benefit.

    welcoming environmentstrong community and family feelingbiblical teachingopportunities for involvement

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Howard City

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Howard City, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Howard City (20–78 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 Howard City based on parent reviews

Tri County Childcare

5(10)

415 Cedar St., Howard City, MI

These reviews appear to be for Tricounty Community Church rather than the TRI COUNTY CHILDCARE daycare center. The reviews praise the church community, leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, with mentions of a children's program as a secondary benefit.

welcoming environmentstrong community and family feelingbiblical teaching

Natural Wonders Childcare Center

5

130 S Muenscher Street, Howard City, MI

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Daycare types in Howard City

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Howard City, Michigan

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Howard City, Michigan, making up 75% of the 4 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 Howard City have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Howard City, 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 Howard City

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Tri County Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

These reviews appear to be for Tricounty Community Church rather than the TRI COUNTY CHILDCARE daycare center. The reviews praise the church community, leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, with mentions of a children's program as a secondary benefit.

welcoming environmentstrong community and family feelingbiblical teaching
Address
415 Cedar St., Howard City, MI
Phone
(231) 937-4380
Natural Wonders Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
130 S Muenscher Street, Howard City, MI
Phone
(231) 937-7009
Edgerton
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
412 Edgerton, Howard City, MI
Phone
(231) 937-4391

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Howard City, Michigan, out of 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Howard City have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Howard City, 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
Howard City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Howard City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Howard City 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.