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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in New Baltimore, MI

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in New Baltimore. Average rating: 4.33/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

New Baltimore, Michigan at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.33/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
1

New Baltimore has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 35 parent reviews averaging 4.33/5.The largest concentration is in 48047 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in New Baltimore

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
    Sugarbush Head Start Rooms A-14
    4.45 score
    4.6(15)

    48400 Sugarbush, New Baltimore, MI · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children

    Sugarbush Head Start is highly praised for its clean, spacious facilities and wide range of community programs and events. Parents appreciate the senior activities, summer camp, community theater, and recreational programs like pickleball and exercise classes. The facility also hosts popular community events such as mom2mom sales and Easter activities.

    Clean and spacious facilitydiverse activities and programsaffordable pricingcommunity events
  2. 2
    Li'L Graduates
    4.3 score
    4.4(15)

    50867 Seaden Drive, New Baltimore, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 140 children

    Parents consistently praise Lil Graduates for its caring, dedicated staff and safe, nurturing environment. The facility is commended for strong communication through cameras, portals, and regular updates, as well as quality educational programming that prepares children for kindergarten. Owner Jamie is noted for her responsiveness to parent concerns and continuous facility improvements.

    Caring and loving staffsafe environment with security cameras and keypad entryopen communication with parentsquality curriculum and educational activities
  3. 3
    Anchor Bay Early Childhood Center
    4 score
    4(5)

    52680 Washington, New Baltimore, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 171 children

    Anchor Bay Early Childhood Center receives mixed reviews with three 5-star ratings praising staff dedication and children's progress, but two 1-star ratings raising serious concerns about child safety and staff conduct. The positive reviews highlight caring teachers, invested staff, and strong learning outcomes, while negative reviews allege physical contact with children and overall mistreatment.

    caring and invested staffchildren's learning and progressoffice staff professionalismwelcoming environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in New Baltimore

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in New Baltimore, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
6 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

New Baltimore zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
480479
4.33
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in New Baltimore (20–171 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in New Baltimore based on parent reviews

Li'L Graduates

4.4(15)

50867 Seaden Drive, New Baltimore, MI

Parents consistently praise Lil Graduates for its caring, dedicated staff and safe, nurturing environment. The facility is commended for strong communication through cameras, portals, and regular updates, as well as quality educational programming that prepares children for kindergarten. Owner Jamie is noted for her responsiveness to parent concerns and continuous facility improvements.

Caring and loving staffsafe environment with security cameras and keypad entryopen communication with parents

Anchor Bay Early Childhood Center

4(5)

52680 Washington, New Baltimore, MI

Anchor Bay Early Childhood Center receives mixed reviews with three 5-star ratings praising staff dedication and children's progress, but two 1-star ratings raising serious concerns about child safety and staff conduct. The positive reviews highlight caring teachers, invested staff, and strong learning outcomes, while negative reviews allege physical contact with children and overall mistreatment.

caring and invested staffchildren's learning and progressoffice staff professionalism

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Daycare types in New Baltimore

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 6

Child Daycare & Preschools in New Baltimore, Michigan

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in New Baltimore, Michigan, making up 22% of the 9 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 New Baltimore have an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in New Baltimore, 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 New Baltimore

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Li'L Graduates
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Lil Graduates for its caring, dedicated staff and safe, nurturing environment. The facility is commended for strong communication through cameras, portals, and regular updates, as well as quality educational programming that prepares children for kindergarten. Owner Jamie is noted for her responsiveness to parent concerns and continuous facility improvements.

Caring and loving staffsafe environment with security cameras and keypad entryopen communication with parents
Address
50867 Seaden Drive, New Baltimore, MI
Phone
(586) 598-1255
Anchor Bay Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Anchor Bay Early Childhood Center receives mixed reviews with three 5-star ratings praising staff dedication and children's progress, but two 1-star ratings raising serious concerns about child safety and staff conduct. The positive reviews highlight caring teachers, invested staff, and strong learning outcomes, while negative reviews allege physical contact with children and overall mistreatment.

caring and invested staffchildren's learning and progressoffice staff professionalism
Address
52680 Washington, New Baltimore, MI
Phone
(586) 716-3037

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in New Baltimore, Michigan, out of 9 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 New Baltimore have an average Google rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in New Baltimore, 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
New Baltimore offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 New Baltimore for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in New Baltimore 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.