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2,780 Child Daycare & Preschools in Michigan

Browse 2,780 child daycare & preschools across Michigan. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Michigan

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Michigan can make the decision-making process smoother.

Michigan has about 4,370 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Michigan. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Michigan

There are 4,370 daycares in Michigan: 288 headstart facilities, 876 before/after school centers, 426 religious facility daycares, and 2,780 childcare and preschool centers.

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Preschool & Enrichment / Parents' Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

This appears to be a church-based facility rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the pastoral staff, music and youth programs, welcoming community atmosphere, and various church activities and services.

Strong pastoral and lay staffexcellent music and youth programscaring and service-minded community
Address
1589 W Maple Ave, Birmingham, MI
Phone
(248) 646-4889
Academy 4 Early Achievers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Academy 4 Early Achievers receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and passionate teaching staff, individualized attention to each child's academic and developmental needs, and strong communication through daily updates. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, safety protocols, and welcoming environment that makes both children and parents feel secure.

Passionate and caring teaching staffindividualized instruction meeting each child at their leveldaily updates and communication with parents
Address
43950 Garfield Rd, Clinton Township, MI
Phone
(586) 262-0399
Hatherly Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
35201 Davison, Sterling Heights, MI
Phone
(586) 825-2880
Red Apple Preschool/Chapman Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Red Apple Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and stable staff, strong academic and social-emotional development, welcoming environment, and Christian-based curriculum. The facility maintains strict safety protocols and provides regular communication with families.

Consistent and caring staff with minimal turnoverstrong academic learning outcomesstructured curriculum with variety of activities
Address
28117 Milford Rd, New Hudson, MI
Phone
(248) 486-0492
Grace Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviews appear to be for Grace Lutheran Church rather than the preschool program. Reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, relatable pastor, and community feel. The church is described as friendly, non-judgmental, and actively involved in the community.

Welcoming environmentkind and relatable pastorfriendly congregation
Address
7525 32 Mile Road, Romeo, MI
Phone
(586) 752-9800
Brilliant Beginnings Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
23001 Gratiot, Eastpointe, MI
Phone
(586) 447-3020
Knox Christian School At Creation Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. They praise the church's biblical teaching, pastoral care, and community support, but do not contain information relevant to evaluating Knox Christian School at Creation Station as a daycare facility.

Biblical instructioncompassionate pastoral staffstrong community support
Address
25700 Crocker Boulevard, Harrison Township, MI
Phone
(586) 469-8500
Flushing Preschool And Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
409 Chamberlain, Flushing, MI
Phone
(810) 591-2319
Blessed Sacrament Preschool Extended Care & Kinde
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Note: The available reviews are for Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church/Parish, not specifically for the preschool/daycare program. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming community, Pastor Fr. Rob's meaningful homilies, faith formation programming, and strong sense of parish family. The facility appears to offer quality religious education and youth ministry activities.

Welcoming and friendly communityPastor Fr. Rob Howe's engaging homiliesfaith formation and
Address
3109 Swede Rd, Midland, MI
Phone
(989) 835-6777
Lenawee'S Heart & Soul
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
128 E. Maumee Street, Adrian, MI
Phone
(517) 605-0143
Foundations Preschool Of Washtenaw County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
3770 Packard Road, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 677-8130
Explorers Learning Center Blue
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Explorers Learning Center Blue for its caring, knowledgeable staff and educational approach. Multiple reviewers highlight genuine teacher engagement, supportive management, and inclusive environment. Families report their children are excited to attend and thriving developmentally.

Loving and attentive staffstrong child development knowledgeeducational curriculum with focus on gross motor skills
Address
936 Oakridge Rd, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 747-7175
The Creative Child Place Discovery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The Creative Child Place Discovery School receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple decades. Parents highlight exceptional staff who provide individualized attention, a nature-based learning philosophy, clean facilities, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Families report long-term enrollment and deep satisfaction with the program's hands-on, play-based approach.

Caring and qualified teachersindividualized attention to each childnature-b
Address
2860 Albers Dr, Whitehall, MI
Phone
(231) 893-0088
Hass Cerc Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents praise HASS CERC CHILD CARE CENTER for its beautiful, well-maintained facilities and welcoming atmosphere. Staff and teachers are consistently described as wonderful and friendly. Children reportedly enjoy attending, with positive experiences across preschool programs and special events.

Beautiful building and facilitiesfriendly and wonderful staffclean environment
Address
520 W. South Street, Hastings, MI
Phone
(269) 818-0040
Sunny Patch Learning Center B
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1160 Donaldson Street, Flint, MI
Phone
(810) 235-2444
Joyful Noise Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Joyful Noise Early Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and welcoming family-like environment. Parents report their children are safe, happy, and making strong academic and social progress. The center's Christian foundation, cleanliness, professional leadership, and structured curriculum are consistently commended.

Caring and dedicated staffwelcoming family-like environmentstrong academic preparation
Address
21551 Eleven Mile Rd, Southfield, MI
Phone
(248) 688-6547
West Maple Nursery School At Lutheran Ch Of The R
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1800 W Maple, Birmingham, MI
Phone
(248) 646-5155
Rainbow Child Care Center Ah 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Rainbow Child Care Center in Auburn Hills receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrive academically and socially in a nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong leadership, excellent communication through the center's app, and structured yet flexible daily activities. Multiple families have stayed for several years, citing significant child development and a welcoming 'home away from home' atmosphere.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong leadership (Ms. Justine and Chelsea noted)excellent daily communication via app with photos and updates
Address
2411 North Squirrel, Auburn Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 373-5999
Roundabouts Playschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Roundabouts Playschool for its caring, attentive staff who foster strong emotional bonds with children. The center is highly regarded for its nature-based learning approach, outdoor play emphasis, excellent communication via the Procare app, and demonstrated child development across speech, social skills, and independence.

Caring and invested staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsoutdoor/nature-based learning
Address
9370 Us 31, West Olive, MI
Phone
(616) 414-9494
Pumpkin Patch Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Pumpkin Patch Early Childhood Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the quality of teachers, smooth transitions to kindergarten, and positive impact on children's experience. One parent expressed concerns about staff management, COVID-19 exposure protocols, and the decision not to close during an outbreak.

Caring and supportive teacherssmooth transition to kindergartenwelcoming environment with engaging activities
Address
4235 Crosby Rd, Flint, MI
Phone
(810) 591-3585
Harvest Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
155 W. Van Buren St, Battle Creek, MI
Phone
(269) 832-2109
Lawton Kids First
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

NOTE: Reviews appear to be for Lawton Kids Dentistry, not Lawton Kids First Daycare. Parents consistently praise the pediatric dental practice for its clean, kid-friendly environment, patient and knowledgeable staff, minimal wait times, and exceptional ability to work with anxious and special-needs children.

Clean and bright facilitykid-friendly atmospherequiet rooms available
Address
110 N. Nursery, Lawton, MI
Phone
(269) 624-7676
Dahlem Science & Nature Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviews praise Dahlem Science & Nature Preschool as an excellent outdoor destination with well-maintained trails, educational nature programs, and activities suitable for all ages. Visitors consistently highlight the beautiful natural setting, wildlife viewing opportunities, and family-friendly amenities like playgrounds and picnic areas.

well-maintained trailseducational programswildlife viewing
Address
7117 S. Jackson Rd, Jackson, MI
Phone
(517) 782-3453
Pilgrim Lutheran Preschool At Pilgrim Luth Church
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1705 Nebobish, Essexville, MI
Phone
(989) 893-7224
U.N.I. (All Saints)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

U.N.I. (All Saints) is a community center in Detroit offering childcare alongside various community services. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and diverse programming for children of all backgrounds. The facility is noted for its community involvement, including food assistance programs and after-school activities.

Welcoming and loving staffdiverse programs for youthcommunity-focused
Address
8300 Longworth, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 896-2800
Primary Colors Early Childhood Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
18605 Schoolcraft, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 272-3505
Montessori Academy Of Canton
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
44390 Palmer Rd, Canton, MI
Phone
(734) 397-3543
Vnhs-Word Of Truth Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

VNHS-Word of Truth Center is a church-based facility in Detroit with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual teachings, and family-oriented community. Parents appreciate the facility's cleanliness, spacious layout, and helpful staff.

Spiritual atmosphere and biblical teachingswelcoming and friendly communityclean and spacious facility
Address
4900 Lovett, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 898-3043
Penrickton Center For Blind Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Penrickton Center for Blind Children receives universal praise from visitors and volunteers. Reviewers highlight the exceptional dedication of staff, comprehensive programs and equipment for blind and multiply impaired children, and the center's role as a vital community resource. The organization operates entirely on donations and is noted as the only facility of its kind in Michigan.

Amazing and dedicated staffcomprehensive programs and equipmenthigh quality care
Address
26530 Eureka Rd, Taylor, MI
Phone
(313) 946-7500
St. Stephens
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1235 Lawndale, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 841-6254

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2,780 child daycare & preschools daycares across Michigan. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Michigan are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Michigan's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Michigan, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Michigan sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Michigan vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.