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3 Child Daycare & Preschools in Inkster, Michigan

Browse all 3 child daycare & preschools in Inkster, Michigan. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Inkster

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
    Reaching All Children Equally (R.A.C.E.)
    4.61 score
    4.8(16)

    314 Inkster Road, Inkster, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

    Parents consistently praise R.A.C.E. (Kreative Kids Learning Center) for its warm, family-like environment, clean facilities, and quality education. The center is noted for effective potty training programs, fresh home-cooked meals, attentive staff, and strong teacher-child relationships. Children reportedly adjust quickly and show enthusiasm for attending daily.

    Clean and well-maintained facilityfresh home-cooked mealseffective potty training programattentive and caring staff
  2. 2
    Starfish Family Services
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    30000 Hiveley, Inkster, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 315 children

    Parents consistently praise Starfish Family Services for its caring, patient, and skilled staff who support child development across Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Reviewers highlight the center's educational approach, supportive family resources, and positive classroom environment. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress in their children during enrollment.

    Caring and patient staffstrong child development outcomeseducational qualityfamily support services

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Inkster based on parent reviews

Reaching All Children Equally (R.A.C.E.)

4.8(16)

314 Inkster Road, Inkster, MI

Parents consistently praise R.A.C.E. (Kreative Kids Learning Center) for its warm, family-like environment, clean facilities, and quality education. The center is noted for effective potty training programs, fresh home-cooked meals, attentive staff, and strong teacher-child relationships. Children reportedly adjust quickly and show enthusiasm for attending daily.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfresh home-cooked mealseffective potty training program

Starfish Family Services

4.4(20)

30000 Hiveley, Inkster, MI

Parents consistently praise Starfish Family Services for its caring, patient, and skilled staff who support child development across Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Reviewers highlight the center's educational approach, supportive family resources, and positive classroom environment. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress in their children during enrollment.

Caring and patient staffstrong child development outcomeseducational quality

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Daycare types in Inkster

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Inkster, Michigan

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Inkster, Michigan, making up 38% of the 8 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 Inkster, 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 Inkster

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Reaching All Children Equally (R.A.C.E.)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise R.A.C.E. (Kreative Kids Learning Center) for its warm, family-like environment, clean facilities, and quality education. The center is noted for effective potty training programs, fresh home-cooked meals, attentive staff, and strong teacher-child relationships. Children reportedly adjust quickly and show enthusiasm for attending daily.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfresh home-cooked mealseffective potty training program
Address
314 Inkster Road, Inkster, MI
Phone
(313) 278-3008
Starfish Family Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Starfish Family Services for its caring, patient, and skilled staff who support child development across Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Reviewers highlight the center's educational approach, supportive family resources, and positive classroom environment. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress in their children during enrollment.

Caring and patient staffstrong child development outcomeseducational quality
Address
30000 Hiveley, Inkster, MI
Phone
(734) 728-3400
Twinkle Toes Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
29305 Cherry Hill Rd., Inkster, MI
Phone
(734) 331-5839

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Inkster, Michigan, out of 8 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 Inkster, 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
Inkster offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Inkster for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Inkster 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.