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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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Faith Academy Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1122 Walnut Street, Ypsilanti, MI
Phone
(734) 340-2523
Teddy Bear Day Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Teddy Bear Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents and community members who praise the caring and loving staff, quality of learning programs, and well-maintained facility. Most reviewers highlight specific teachers by name and express strong satisfaction with their children's experiences. However, one recent review expresses concern about a change in ownership and new management style.

kind and loving staffdiverse staffwell-maintained facility
Address
5043 Allen Rd, Allen Park, MI
Phone
(313) 381-8484
Gymco Sports
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
2306 Camelot Ridge Ct. Se, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 956-0586
Wee Discover Child Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Wee Discover receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's dedication, warmth, and professionalism. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, engaging learning activities, and their children's academic and social development. The center creates a welcoming, nurturing environment where children thrive and parents feel confident in their child's care.

Caring and professional staffstrong parent-child bondsdaily app updates with photos/videos
Address
920 N Williams Lake, Waterford, MI
Phone
(248) 886-0011
Rainbow Child Care Center-Lk1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Rainbow Child Care Center (KinderCare Lake Orion location) receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the warm, caring staff, structured curriculum, strong communication, and engaging activities. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and enjoy attending daily.

Caring and nurturing staffstructured learning environmentengaging curriculum
Address
2222 S. Lapeer Rd., Orion Twp., MI
Phone
(248) 972-5674
Rainbow Child Care Center-Commerce Township
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Rainbow Child Care Center (KinderCare Commerce Township) receives consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, strong communication through a daily app with photos and updates, clean facilities, and structured curriculum that supports both academic and social-emotional development.

Caring and patient staffexcellent director (Veronica) and teachersclean and well-maintained facility
Address
2755 Haggerty Rd., Commerce Twp., MI
Phone
(248) 960-0570
Early Explorers Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Early Explorers Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the owner Eman's genuine care, dedicated staff, strong educational programs, and family-like atmosphere that has positively impacted their children's development and learning outcomes.

Owner genuinely cares about familiesstaff goes above and beyondstrong educational programs with specific teaching methods
Address
2716 Dixie Highway, Waterford, MI
Phone
(248) 618-0404
The Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Montessori Preschool in Auburn Hills receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and strong communication. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially in a clean, well-organized Montessori environment where they feel safe and welcomed as part of a family.

Caring and experienced staffexcellent parent-teacher communication via appstrong academic and social development
Address
3388 Five Points Drive, Auburn Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 276-8626
Appletree Early Care And Preschool Standale
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

AppleTree Early Care and Preschool Standale in Grand Rapids receives universally positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and competent staff, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, and excellent communication through live-feed app access. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children for years, citing the nurturing environment and genuine relationships between teachers and students.

Caring and compassionate staffstrong academic curriculum and preparation for kindergartenlive-feed camera app for parent peace of mind
Address
53 Lake Michigan Dr., Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 805-9335
Countryside Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Countryside Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the individualized Montessori approach, kindergarten preparedness, and on-site farm animals. Parents report their children thrived academically and socially, developing independence and life skills. One parent expressed concerns about the school's suitability for children with developmental or transition difficulties.

Individualized learning approachstrong kindergarten preparationhands-on/practical learning
Address
2189 W. Hallett Road, Hillsdale, MI
Phone
(517) 610-5771
Learn Play Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
338 E Walton, Pontiac, MI
Phone
(248) 895-3057
Ahava Early Childhood Center At Aish
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise AHAVA Early Childhood Center at Aish as an excellent daycare facility. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the center's organization, quality care, and positive environment. Parents express strong satisfaction with their experience at the center.

Well-organizedquality carewelcoming environment
Address
25725 Coolidge, Oak Park, MI
Phone
(248) 327-3579
Marion Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
510 W. Main, Marion, MI
Phone
(231) 743-6250
Community Unlimited
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Community Unlimited is a well-regarded center-based daycare in Union City, Michigan with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the caring and patient staff, clean and safe environment, and quality programming. The facility has expanded significantly from its original community service mission and now operates multiple programs across three schools.

Outstanding teacherscalm and clean environmentchild-centered care
Address
221 Ellen St, Union City, MI
Phone
(517) 741-4656
Community Unlimited Gsrp & Lakeview Territorial
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Community Unlimited GSRP & Lakeview Territorial is highly rated by parents for its caring staff, clean and safe environment, and quality programming. The center has expanded significantly over the years and offers preschool services to the local area. Some parents note communication issues, and the program has experienced recent funding challenges.

Outstanding and kind staffclean and peaceful environmentsafe gated play yard with child-sized equipment
Address
15 Arbor Street, Battle Creek, MI
Phone
(269) 565-2440
Cms Pool Building
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

CMS Pool Building is a community swimming facility in Corunna, Michigan with strong ratings for its swimming lessons and open family swim programs. Parents consistently praise the water quality, cleanliness, and amenities, though some note seating and comfort issues.

Swimming lessonswater qualityclean locker rooms
Address
400 N. Comstock St., Corunna, MI
Phone
(989) 743-5641
Rainbow Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

These reviews do not pertain to Rainbow Preschool as a daycare. The reviews describe the Troy Community Center, a multipurpose facility with pools, skating rinks, banquet rooms, and fitness classes. No actual daycare parent reviews are present.

Clean facilityample parkingfriendly staff
Address
3179 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI
Phone
(248) 524-3482
Vistas Nuevas Head St/Cecil Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Vistas Nuevas Head St/Cecil Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reviews praising the warm, nurturing environment and quality care provided to children. Parents highlight the supportive community, effective communication, and children's happiness. However, one parent reported difficulty reaching the facility by phone or in person.

Exceptional care and guidancewarm and welcoming environmentnurturing and educational
Address
5690 Cecil Ave, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 897-3310
Little Steps Youth Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Steps Youth Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and loving staff, child development outcomes, and welcoming environment. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about child supervision, incident response protocols, and facility maintenance.

Caring and professional staffchildren excited to attendstrong developmental progress (speech
Address
15055 Allen Rd, Southgate, MI
Phone
(734) 225-1368
Al-Wali Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
12845 Conant, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 731-7950
The Nurturing Nest
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
15851 West 7 Mile Road, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 835-5538
Washtenaw Community College Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Washtenaw Community College, not the Children's Center daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the college's affordability, quality education, helpful staff, and diverse program offerings. Parents highlight the value of the institution as a pathway for career development and academic advancement.

Affordable tuitionhelpful and respectful staffwide variety of degree and certificate programs
Address
4800 E Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor, MI
Phone
(734) 973-3538
Cathedral Of St. Paul
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This listing appears to be for a cathedral, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, beautiful architecture, spiritual atmosphere, and inclusive practices, but do not address childcare services or daycare operations.

Welcoming and inclusive communitystunning architecture and designspiritual environment
Address
4800 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 962-5255
New Beginnings Child Care & Academy #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

New Beginnings Child Care & Academy #2 receives consistently high praise from parents. Families appreciate the extended hours, reliable school transportation and pickup service, summer programs, and caring staff who make children happy and engaged. Parents highlight the respectful treatment of children and the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere of this Black-owned facility.

Extended operating hoursreliable school transportation with no delayslatchkey care up to age 12
Address
14015 W Mcnichols, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 367-2307
Himawari Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
36611 Curtis Road, Livonia, MI
Phone
(734) 266-0611
Alpena Child Care And Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Alpena Child Care and Development Center as a safe, trusted facility with excellent staff and cleanliness. The center is noted for keeping parents informed about their children's activities and maintaining well-maintained grounds. Reviewers highlight it as the best childcare option in the area.

safe environmenttrusted facilitygreat staff
Address
511 Long Rapids Plaza, Alpena, MI
Phone
(989) 354-3213
Rockwood School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Rockwood School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with the vast majority praising the welcoming staff, safe environment, and quality learning experiences for children of various ages. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' genuine care and support during transitions. One negative review appears to be directed at the corporate company (Kindercare) rather than the specific school location.

welcoming and friendly staffsafe environmentquality education and learning outcomes
Address
21762 Harding St., Rockwood, MI
Phone
(734) 394-6068
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Rainbow Child Care Center (also known as KinderCare) in Canton, Michigan receives consistent praise from parents for its caring staff, clean facilities, and developmental focus. Parents report significant improvements in their children's social skills, confidence, and learning, with particular appreciation for leadership and responsive communication.

Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesstrong developmental outcomes for children
Address
45710 Ford Rd., Canton, MI
Phone
(734) 228-6973
Children'S Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Children's Garden as an exceptional daycare with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and genuine care. The owner Mitch and staff are highlighted as dedicated and loving, with children excited to attend daily. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and strong kindergarten preparation.

Clean and safe facilitycaring and attentive stafffresh and healthy meals prepared daily
Address
12720 Ford Road, Dearborn, MI
Phone
(313) 584-4649
Little Tots Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Tots Early Learning Center in Livonia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the quality of infant and toddler care, experienced staff, and reasonable pricing. One parent reported significant communication and responsiveness issues. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, engaging activities, and effective potty training support.

High-quality infant carecaring and dedicated staffexcellent teacher-child rela
Address
34633 Munger, Livonia, MI
Phone
(734) 591-6440

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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.