How do I choose the right daycare in Walled Lake?

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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Walled Lake, Michigan (9 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Walled Lake?

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.

Q: 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 Walled Lake for current pricing.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

9 Child Daycare & Preschools in Walled Lake, Michigan

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Walled Lake

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Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center

Peanut Patch Preschool

Premiere Preschool - Commerce

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