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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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Ymca Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1027 Mcrae Hill Rd, Traverse City, MI
Phone
(231) 346-4968
Warren Woods Early Childhood Center At Hawthorne Complex
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Warren Woods Early Childhood Center has extremely polarized reviews. Most parents (6 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, strong communication, child development, and fair pricing. However, two one-star reviews describe excessive sick-child dismissals requiring frequent doctor visits, inconsistent enforcement of policies, multiple incidents of children being injured or bitten, and unreliable closures tied to school district schedules.

Caring and professional s
Address
12900 Frazho Road, Warren, MI
Phone
(586) 439-4884
Cook'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Cook's Academy in Bloomfield Hills receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the owner's involvement, cleanliness, flexible scheduling, and caring staff, while negative reviews report staff rudeness, inadequate supervision, understaffing, state violations for ratio violations, and instances of inappropriate behavior toward children.

Owner Kelly Cook actively involved in operationsclean and safe facilityflexible enrollment options
Address
1100 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Phone
(248) 594-5437
Tots Learning Center & Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

TOTS Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, child development, and nurturing environment. However, two negative reviews cite operational and interpersonal issues with management. The facility appears to have strong teaching and care practices but potential concerns regarding communication and staff conduct.

caring and nurturing staffclean environmentchild development and learning outcomes
Address
1638 N. Perry, Pontiac, MI
Phone
(248) 377-0322
Tecumseh Public School Compass Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents express strong satisfaction with Tecumseh Public School Compass Learning Center, with most reviews being highly positive. The facility is consistently described as cool, awesome, and great. One review rated it 4/5 stars, also using positive language.

Positive school environmentcool atmospheregreat educational experience
Address
307 N. Maumee Street, Tecumseh, MI
Phone
(517) 423-1105
Holly Kiddie College
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Holly Kiddie College receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, family-like environment, and positive developmental outcomes for children. However, several parents report billing issues, including being charged for days children did not attend and difficulties with state aid payment arrangements.

Friendly and patient stafffamily-oriented atmospherechild socialization and development
Address
1109 N. Saginaw, Holly, MI
Phone
(248) 634-1126
River'S Edge Learning Tree Child Development Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
311 Germania, Bay City, MI
Phone
(989) 324-0525
Solid Rock Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents unanimously praise Solid Rock Childcare for exceptional care, staff warmth, and strong learning outcomes. All reviewers report feeling comfortable and confident leaving their children in the center's care, with many noting their children actively enjoy attending. The facility receives consistent five-star ratings with particular praise for staff engagement, cleanliness, and responsive administration.

Caring and loving staffstrong academic preparationeffective communication through app
Address
5692 School Ave., Hudsonville, MI
Phone
(616) 209-5450
Happy Elephant Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Happy Elephant Child Care in Lansing receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with nearly all reviewers praising the caring staff, safe environment, and quality care. Parents consistently highlight the dedicated teachers who stay long-term, flexible hours, reasonable pricing, and engaging activities. One reviewer raised concerns about alleged discriminatory practices and communication issues during enrollment.

Caring and attentive stafflong-term teacher retentionsafe environment
Address
4010 W Michigan, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 321-7876
Brainiacs Clubhouse Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Brainiacs Clubhouse has highly polarized reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, learning environment, and owner accessibility, while several others report serious concerns including emotional abuse, physical mistreatment of toddlers, and inadequate owner response to incidents.

Loving and patient staffstructured daily schedulepickup/dropoff services
Address
11640 Morang Drive, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 469-1310
For Little People
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

For Little People receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, owner Sue, and engaging activities. Children are reported to be happy and eager to attend, with parents appreciating the daily communication app, special events, and educational focus. The daycare's vaccination requirement is highlighted by multiple parents as a health-conscious policy.

Caring and loving staffOwner Sue goes above and beyondChildren happy and eager to attend
Address
49335 Wainstock Street, Wixom, MI
Phone
(248) 669-9553
Kids Crossing Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise Kids Crossing Learning Center for its caring staff, clean facilities, and engaging activities. The center is noted for excellent communication through daily photos and reports, school drop-off/pick-up services, and field trips. Multiple long-term families report highly positive experiences across 5+ years of enrollment.

Caring and passionate staffclean and organized facilitydaily photo updates and reports via app
Address
7520 East U Avenue, Vicksburg, MI
Phone
(269) 649-2392
Amazing Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Amazing Learning Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and positive learning environment. Parents highlight successful potty training, school readiness preparation, and children's happiness and engagement. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and would recommend the daycare to others.

Kind and respectful staffattentive individual caresuccessful potty training assistance
Address
8121 E. 9 Mile, Warren, MI
Phone
(586) 756-5437
Lady Di Daycare North
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Lady Di Daycare North receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the dedicated and caring staff, strong early developmental focus, and welcoming environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable progress in areas like potty training, language, and cognitive development. Parents emphasize feeling comfortable leaving their children in the center's care.

Caring and passionate staffclean facilityhealthy meals
Address
13159 N Saginaw Rd, Clio, MI
Phone
(810) 686-3033
Tiny Treasures Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
567 East Fifth St, Gaylord, MI
Phone
(989) 705-2071
Little House Of Hugs
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Parents consistently praise Little House of Hugs for its caring staff, educational focus, and nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and parents report significant developmental gains. The facility is noted for improved quality under new ownership.

Caring and dedicated staffdevelopmentally appropriate activitiesfocus on education and learning
Address
14495 S. Telegraph Rd, Monroe, MI
Phone
(734) 457-2116
United Meth Comm House Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
904 Sheldon Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
Phone
(616) 452-3226
Neinas
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

NEINAS is remembered fondly by former students who attended years ago, with most praising the school environment and educational quality. Parents highlight strong bilingual programs and staff who made lasting positive impressions. However, current operational concerns include delayed report card delivery and communication gaps about school year materials.

Positive school environmentbilingual educational programsmemorable experience
Address
6021 Mcmillan, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 347-8855
Little House Of Hugs - Baby Hugs
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Parents consistently praise Little House of Hugs - Baby Hugs for its caring staff, educational focus, and nurturing environment. Multiple long-term families report children's excitement about attending and significant developmental progress. New ownership under Ms. Christy has been credited with improving the facility.

caring and dedicated staffdevelopmentally appropriate activitiesstrong educational curriculum
Address
14577 S Telegraph Rd, Monroe, MI
Phone
(734) 457-2124
Neighborhood Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Note: These reviews appear to be for a fitness/community club facility, not a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness, variety of classes and amenities, friendly staff, and family-friendly atmosphere. The main concern noted is the high membership cost.

Clean facilitywell-maintained equipmentdiverse fitness classes for all levels
Address
17150 Waterloo, Grosse Pointe, MI
Phone
(313) 885-4600
Becky And Jessica'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Parents consistently praise Becky and Jessica's Place for attentive, caring staff who foster child development and create a welcoming, imaginative environment. Children show measurable developmental progress and enjoy attending, with parents feeling confident in the quality of care. The facility is noted for affordability, responsiveness to parent needs, and community integration.

Attentive and caring staffchild developmental progress (speechlearning
Address
970 Savage Rd., Belleville, MI
Phone
(734) 697-0733
Close To Home Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
19865 15 Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI
Phone
(586) 792-2102
Karnak Creative Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Parents consistently praise Karnak Creative Child Care Center for its warm, attentive staff and clean, well-organized classrooms that balance learning and play. Multiple reviewers highlight significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement and social skills, and commend the new director for positive environmental changes. The facility's flexible hours, parent communication app, and respectful approach to child care are also frequently appreciated.

Warm and attentive staffclean and organized facilitieseducational activities
Address
22603 Telegraph Raod, Brownstown, MI
Phone
(734) 676-5200
Sugar N Spice
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Sugar N Spice has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, family-oriented atmosphere, and educational focus. However, multiple recent reviews document serious safety concerns, including unauthorized child pickups without proper identification verification or parental notification.

Caring and genuine stafffamily-oriented environmentnurturing atmosphere
Address
16555 Wyoming Ave, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 863-5600
Early Learning Children'S Community (Elcc)
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

ELCC receives highly polarized reviews with five 5-star ratings praising the quality of teaching staff, engaging learning experiences, facilities, and convenience, contrasted by four 1-star ratings citing lack of structure, unprofessionalism, and concerns about management practices. The center appears to generate strong reactions in both directions.

Dedicated and committed teaching staffengaging learning experiencesquality facilities (indoor and outdoor)
Address
601 N. Washington Square, Lansing, MI
Phone
(517) 483-1100
Eastgate Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

EASTGATE EARLY LEARNING CENTER receives mostly positive reviews highlighting caring, family-oriented staff and strong child development. However, there are serious concerns raised about racial bias and discrimination. Overall experience appears mixed with significant variation in parent satisfaction.

Nurturing and caring stafffamily-oriented environmentchildren's learning and development
Address
25601 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, MI
Phone
(586) 771-0228
Project Start
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
622 S. Cedar Street, Greenville, MI
Phone
(616) 754-3641
Play And Learn Children'S Place At Evangelical Home
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
440 W Russell Street, Saline, MI
Phone
(734) 944-3456
Little Angels Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
24950 Lahser Road, Southfield, MI
Phone
(248) 864-8637
Looking Glass Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Looking Glass Child Development Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, curriculum quality, and facility cleanliness. However, two negative reviews cite high staff turnover, unprofessional front desk interactions, and a serious concern about inadequate response to a CPS-substantiated complaint of physical harm by a teacher.

Caring and passionate staffclean facilitynutritious meals
Address
1060 N. Herbison Road, Dewitt, MI
Phone
(517) 225-3102

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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.