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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Walled Lake, MI

Compare 9 child daycare & preschools in Walled Lake. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Walled Lake, Michigan at a glance

Programs
9
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
37
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Walled Lake has 9 licensed child daycare & preschools with 37 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48390 zip code, averaging 4.7 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Walled Lake

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
    Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1230 Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 143 children

    Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Walled Lake for its warm, caring staff and structured learning environment. Children reportedly transition well to daycare and show enthusiasm about attending. The center is noted for reliability, communication with families, and going above and beyond to support working parents.

    Caring and passionate staffstructured daily routines with varied activitiesstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent communication including photos and live streaming
  2. 2
    Peanut Patch Preschool
    4.4 score
    4.8(5)

    313 Northport St, Walled Lake, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Parents consistently praise Peanut Patch Preschool as an excellent facility with caring, nurturing teachers who help children learn and grow. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report strong kindergarten preparation. Staff responsiveness during enrollment and withdrawal processes is also highlighted.

    Nurturing and friendly environmentquality teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartenstaff responsiveness
  3. 3
    St Matthew Lutheran Preschool
    4.2 score
    4.3(10)

    2040 S Commerce, Walled Lake, MI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

    St. Matthew Lutheran Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring pastors, welcoming environment, and quality children's programs. One parent expressed concerns about the worship service style not matching traditional LCMS expectations, though they noted friendly staff and welcoming congregation members.

    caring and dedicated pastorswelcoming and family-oriented environmentquality children's programsvariety of activities and extracurriculars

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Walled Lake

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Walled Lake, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.83avg rating
9 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.3avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Walled Lake zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4839012
4.7
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Walled Lake (20–143 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

8

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Walled Lake based on parent reviews

Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center

4.7(20)

1230 Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake, MI

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Walled Lake for its warm, caring staff and structured learning environment. Children reportedly transition well to daycare and show enthusiasm about attending. The center is noted for reliability, communication with families, and going above and beyond to support working parents.

Caring and passionate staffstructured daily routines with varied activitiesstrong teacher-child relationships

Peanut Patch Preschool

4.8(5)

313 Northport St, Walled Lake, MI

Parents consistently praise Peanut Patch Preschool as an excellent facility with caring, nurturing teachers who help children learn and grow. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report strong kindergarten preparation. Staff responsiveness during enrollment and withdrawal processes is also highlighted.

Nurturing and friendly environmentquality teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergarten

Premiere Preschool - Commerce

5(2)

2905 S. Commerce Rd., Walled Lake, MI

Parents highlight the dedicated and committed staff who provide a well-rounded educational experience that meets children's needs. One family reports that their twins had a good experience several years ago, leading them to recommend the preschool to others.

committed staffwell-rounded experiencemeets children's needs

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Daycare types in Walled Lake

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Before or After School Daycare 3

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Walled Lake, Michigan

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Walled Lake, Michigan, making up 75% of the 12 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 Walled Lake have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 37 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Walled Lake, 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 Walled Lake

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Premiere Preschool - Commerce
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the dedicated and committed staff who provide a well-rounded educational experience that meets children's needs. One family reports that their twins had a good experience several years ago, leading them to recommend the preschool to others.

committed staffwell-rounded experiencemeets children's needs
Address
2905 S. Commerce Rd., Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 669-0230
Peanut Patch Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Peanut Patch Preschool as an excellent facility with caring, nurturing teachers who help children learn and grow. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report strong kindergarten preparation. Staff responsiveness during enrollment and withdrawal processes is also highlighted.

Nurturing and friendly environmentquality teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
313 Northport St, Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 960-0583
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Walled Lake for its warm, caring staff and structured learning environment. Children reportedly transition well to daycare and show enthusiasm about attending. The center is noted for reliability, communication with families, and going above and beyond to support working parents.

Caring and passionate staffstructured daily routines with varied activitiesstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
1230 Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 926-8686
Mary Helen Guest Prime Time Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1655 Decker Road, Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 956-3399
Walled Lake El Prime Time & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1055 W Maple Rd, Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 956-4300
Glengary Prime Time Care & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3070 Woodbury Road, Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 956-3100
Lakes Area Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8605 Richardson Road, Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 360-0500
Walled Lake Central High School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1600 Oakley Park Rd., Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 956-5008
Ella'S Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
770 Glengery Road, Walled Lake, MI
Phone
(248) 669-4279

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Walled Lake, Michigan, out of 12 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 Walled Lake have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Walled Lake, 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
Walled Lake offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Walled Lake for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Walled Lake 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.