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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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Flat Rock Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Flat Rock Preschool (Champions) for its caring, attentive staff and positive learning environment. Children show academic progress and social development while enjoying daily activities. The facility is noted as clean, safe, affordable, and responsive to parent communication.

Caring and patient teachersacademic progress (readingwriting
Address
28639 Division Street, Flat Rock, MI
Phone
(734) 535-6562
Kensington Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

This listing appears to be mislabeled. The reviews provided are for Kensington Community Church, not a preschool daycare center. Reviews praise the church's sermons, music, pastoral leadership, and community atmosphere.

Engaging sermons and pastortalented music and bandwelcoming and compassionate staff
Address
1825 E. Square Lake Road, Troy, MI
Phone
(248) 786-0600
Kalamazoo Drop In Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kalamazoo Drop In Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and quality toys despite being a free service. One parent reported a serious incident involving a soiled diaper and dissatisfaction with staff communication.

Friendly and professional staffclean toys and facilitiescaring environment
Address
345 West Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI
Phone
(269) 382-3640
Above & Beyond Child Care And Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Above & Beyond Child Care and Education Center in Rochester Hills for its caring staff, child-centered approach, and supportive environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with strong communication between teachers and families. One recent review expressed concerns about staff turnover following leadership changes, though it emphasized this does not reflect past experiences.

Attentive and caring staffage-appropriate classroom organizationnutritious meals prepared on-site
Address
2370 Walton Blvd, Suite 1, Rochester Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 630-7999
Academic Gardens
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Academic Gardens is a highly-rated preschool and summer camp in Plymouth with 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring teachers, small class sizes, clean facility, and strong parent communication. Children are reported to thrive academically and emotionally, with excellent kindergarten readiness preparation.

Loving and patient teachers with low turnoversmall class sizes with individualized attentionclean and thoughtfully organized space
Address
104 N. Main Street, Plymouth, MI
Phone
(734) 453-7744
School Bell
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

School Bell is highly praised by parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who provide excellent care and support child development. Parents consistently report their children love attending and feel confident leaving them in capable hands. The facility is clean, organized, and offers flexible hours at fair pricing.

Excellent staff with low turnoverchild development and speech progressclean and organized facility
Address
4501 W Highland Rd, Milford, MI
Phone
(248) 887-3013
Circle Time Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Circle Time Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring and dedicated teachers, strong educational programming (particularly the GSRP Pre-K program), and a family-like environment. Parents report significant developmental growth in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas, with children showing enthusiasm for attending.

Caring and dedicated teachersresponsive communication with parentsstrong edu
Address
6355 Williams Lake Road, Waterford, MI
Phone
(248) 623-4601
Morgans Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Morgan's Early Learning Center in Flint receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, welcoming staff, smooth transition experiences for children, and the family-like atmosphere that makes both children and parents feel comfortable and valued.

Caring and attentive staffwarm welcome at drop-off/pick-upsmooth transition process for new children
Address
1442 W Hill Rd, Flint, MI
Phone
(810) 341-5300
Successful Gems Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Successful Gems Learning Center receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the director Mrs. Tamika's nurturing leadership, strong educational curriculum, and caring staff. Parents report their children thrived academically and socially, with many noting improved kindergarten readiness and smooth transitions. The facility is described as family-oriented with excellent communication and personalized attention.

Nurturing and caring director (Ms. Tamika)dedicated and patient staffstrong academic curriculum
Address
38600 Garfield Road, Clinton Twp, MI
Phone
(586) 846-4253
Kidz Den Daycare II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kidz Den Daycare II receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff who treat children and families like family, along with strong educational programming and developmental support.

Patient and welcoming staffclean facilitysmooth transition process for new children
Address
14060 Stephens Road, Warren, MI
Phone
(586) 298-6853
Kingdom Kare Learning Center Eastpointe
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Kingdom Kare Learning Center for its clean facilities, caring and attentive staff, and strong educational curriculum. Children show academic progress and excitement about attending, with parents reporting high satisfaction across multiple age groups and citing excellent communication and family-like relationships with staff.

Clean facilitiesattentive and caring staffage-appropriate activities
Address
17363 Toepfer, Eastpointe, MI
Phone
(586) 200-5520
Shores Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Shores Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight excellent staff care, strong developmental preparation for kindergarten, and well-organized facilities. Parents report feeling confident their children are loved and cared for during their time at the center.

caring and friendly staffimmaculate facilitystrong developmental program
Address
23340 Elmira, St. Clair Shores, MI
Phone
(586) 285-8580
Grace Sterling Little People
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Note: The reviews provided are for Grace Christian Church, not a daycare center. No parent reviews about daycare services, child care quality, staff interaction with children, or educational programming are present in the submitted materials.

None applicable - reviews are about church servicesnot daycare
Address
33801 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI
Phone
(586) 258-4390
Caterpillar Corner Lyons Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Caterpillar Corner for excellent staff, strong communication, and flexible care options including before/after school programs and summer camps. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel their kids are safe and well-cared for. The facility is noted for being accommodating to working families and accepting DHS assistance.

Friendly and caring staffexcellent director communicationflexible before/after school care at multiple school locations
Address
2901 Lyons Avenue, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 889-5348
Nazarene Wee Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Nazarene Wee Care Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the attentive staff, daily communication, age-appropriate activities, and Christian environment, with one parent noting 6 years of satisfaction. However, two recent negative reviews report serious concerns including staff yelling at toddlers, physical aggression, inadequate supervision, safety protocol failures, and lack of curriculum.

attentive staffgood communication via Bright Wheel appdaily photos sent to parents
Address
5625 Oakland Dr, Portage, MI
Phone
(269) 327-3100
Caterpillar Corner Reo Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Caterpillar Corner receives consistently high praise from parents across all service types. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong communication, and quality programming for infants through school-age children. The facility is particularly valued for before/after school care and summer camp options that support working families.

Caring and friendly staffexcellent communicationaccommodating to family needs
Address
1221 Reo Court, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 889-5348
Hartland Community Ed Preschool M59
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Hartland Community Ed Preschool in Howell receives consistently high ratings from parents and community members. Reviews praise the preschool program, quality of instruction, and the venue's theater and performance facilities. Parents highlight friendly staff, well-organized events, and excellent student performances.

Friendly and outstanding staffquality preschool educationwell-organized events
Address
9525 E Highland Road, Howell, MI
Phone
(810) 626-2150
Learn & Grow Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Learn & Grow Daycare receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and professional staff, engaging activities, and child development support. However, one parent reported serious concerns about infant care quality, including neglect of feeding and diaper changes.

friendly and patient staffengaging activitiesoutdoor time
Address
7150 East Grand River Ave, Fowlerville, MI
Phone
(517) 715-5070
Everlasting Word Early Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Everlasting Word Early Childcare receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, skilled staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates and pictures, positive developmental outcomes including support for children with special needs, and children's genuine excitement about attending. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and providing engaging curriculum suited to various learning styles.

Caring and attentive staffstrong parent communication with daily pictures and updatesclean facility
Address
22707 Harmon Street, St. Clair Shores, MI
Phone
(313) 204-3844
Morning Star Child Care West
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents highlight the stability of the teaching staff and the school's focus on outdoor, child-led learning, noting significant growth and social development for their children. Families appreciate the supportive, family-like atmosphere and flexible options for working parents, including coverage for snow days and specialized care for medical needs.

Low teacher turnoverexperienced lead teachersoutdoor-focused curriculum
Address
7444 Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd., Suite G, Dexter, MI
Phone
(734) 424-9506
Beatty Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

One parent reports that their son enjoys the welcoming and nice environment, finding it great for kids. Another review highlights the center's high-quality, comprehensive early care and education services, including individualized curricula, positive guidance, and free funded options for qualifying families.

welcoming environmentnice staffhigh-quality early care
Address
1661 Leforge Rd, Ypsilanti, MI
Phone
(734) 994-8178
Annies Childrens Center - Downtown II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Annie's Children Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children thrive emotionally and developmentally, with strong communication between teachers and parents. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the center highly.

Warm and patient staffstrong parent-teacher communication appclean and spacious facility
Address
216 Beakes St, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 761-8070
May'S Bilingual Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

May's Bilingual Preschool in Ann Arbor receives consistently high praise from parents for its dual English-Mandarin curriculum, experienced and caring staff, and experiential learning approach including frequent field trips. Parents report strong academic preparation, positive social development, and genuine emotional support for both children and families.

Bilingual education (English/Mandarin)experienced and caring teachershands-on learning activities
Address
3181 Packard, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 477-0546
Uno Dos Tres Spanish Immersion Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

UNO DOS TRES is highly rated by most families for its effective Spanish immersion program, with children becoming bilingual or near-fluent speakers. Parents praise the knowledgeable and supportive staff, clean facility, and strong academic instruction. However, one parent reported a traumatic experience, citing limited outdoor space, tight staff ratios, and concerns about management's business-focused approach over early childhood education expertise.

Spanish immersi
Address
1500 Scio Church Road, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 972-4560
Reach 4 Stars L L C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

REACH 4 STARS LLC receives consistently high praise from parents, with most highlighting the friendly, active staff and engaging activities across age groups. Children reportedly enjoy their time there and come home excited about what they've learned. One parent raised concerns about pricing and toy cleanliness.

Friendly staffengaging activitiesactive with all age groups
Address
222 S Sheridan Drive, Muskegon, MI
Phone
(231) 767-1400
Meadowbank Child Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Meadowbank Child Day Nursery for exceptional care, experienced staff, and child development. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the welcoming environment, staff dedication, and positive transitions for children of various ages. Parents report significant relief from daycare anxiety and satisfaction with their children's learning and happiness.

Experienced and friendly staffwelcoming and accommodating environmentchild development and learning
Address
2122 Dix Highway, Lincoln Park, MI
Phone
(313) 388-2122
The Discovery Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise The Discovery Center for its caring, experienced staff who genuinely love the children in their care. The facility is highlighted for its Montessori-inspired curriculum, specialized learning spaces (art, science, music rooms), exceptional outdoor environment, and home-cooked meals. Children show significant improvements in confidence, independence, fine motor skills, and emotional development.

Warm and loving staffMontessori-inspired approachmultiple specialized learning rooms
Address
4102 W Michigan, Kalamazoo, MI
Phone
(269) 372-0007
Witheral School Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents highlight the friendly and caring staff, noting that they do a great job preparing children for kindergarten. One parent mentions their daughter really loves being there, while another expresses strong appreciation for the team.

friendly staffdedicated teacherskindergarten preparation
Address
3419 Hollywood, Saint Joseph, MI
Phone
(269) 429-5400
Hand N' Hand Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Hand n' Hand Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, friendly staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in quality educational activities, and develop strong academic skills. The center is noted for flexibility with scheduling and a large outdoor play area.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong communicationfamily-like atmosphere
Address
27055 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI
Phone
(313) 277-2735
Temple Beth El Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Temple Beth El Early Childhood Center in Bloomfield Hills receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.6/5 rating. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, beautiful facilities, and quality early childhood program that serves both Jewish and non-Jewish families. The center is noted for maintaining a safe, inclusive, and community-oriented environment.

welcoming and warm atmospherefriendly and courteous staffbeautiful building with artwork and stained glass
Address
7400 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 865-0611

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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.