How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Temperance, Michigan?

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Temperance, Michigan, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Temperance?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Temperance have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Temperance?

When choosing a daycare in Temperance, 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

What types of daycare are available in Temperance?

Temperance offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 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.

What is the average cost of daycare in Michigan?

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 Temperance for current pricing.

Are daycares in Temperance licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Temperance 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Temperance, MI — Compare 6+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Temperance

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.

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Bedford Child Development Center
4.43 score
4.6(13)
1619 W Sterns Rd, Temperance, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Bedford Child Development Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the safe, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, personalized care, and seamless transitions to pre-K. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and infants, indicating high trust and satisfaction.
Safe and caring staffchild development and learning outcomespatient and welcoming teachersdaily communication via app with photos

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Temperance

4.5 - 5.0

2

4.0 - 4.4

2

3.0 - 3.9

0

Below 3

1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Temperance, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.67avg rating

6 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

Church Daycare

Headstart Programs

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Temperance zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
48182	9	3.8	2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Temperance (25–78 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Temperance based on parent reviews

Bedford Child Development Center

4.6(13)

1619 W Sterns Rd, Temperance, MI

Bedford Child Development Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the safe, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, personalized care, and seamless transitions to pre-K. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and infants, indicating high trust and satisfaction.

Safe and caring staffchild development and learning outcomespatient and welcoming teachers

Play And Learn Preschool INC

5(1)

1690 W Sterns Rd, Temperance, MI

One parent describes Play and Learn Preschool Inc. as a highly organized program with extremely small class sizes and three teachers who provide daily one-on-one attention. The reviewer highlights the detailed academic and social curriculum, interactive field trips, and personalized touches like a graduation ceremony and photo album. No negative aspects were mentioned in this single review.

extremely small class sizesthree teachers per classdaily one-on-one time

Discover Our World Too

4.4(3)

9144 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI

A few parents describe the center as the best preschool option, highlighting its suitability for children with behavioral difficulties or school anxiety. Reviewers appreciate the staff's kindness and individualized care, noting wonderful experiences over multiple years and across multiple children.

supportive staff for behavioral issues or school anxietyindividualized carefamily-friendly environment

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Temperance, Michigan

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Temperance, Michigan, making up 67% 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 Temperance have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.67 stars. Our analysis covers 18 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Temperance, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Temperance, MI

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