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Best Church Daycare in Clarkston, MI

Compare 2 church daycare in Clarkston. Average rating: 4.58/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clarkston, Michigan at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.58/5
Parent reviews
90
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Clarkston has 2 licensed church daycare with 90 parent reviews averaging 4.58/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 60% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48348 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clarkston

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.

  1. 1
    Stars & Stripes Kids Activity Center
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    4630 White Lake Road, Clarkston, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Stars & Stripes Kids Activity Center in Clarkston receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its clean, spacious gym environment, engaging and caring coaching staff, and well-organized programs including ninja warrior classes, gymnastics instruction, birthday parties, and toddler activities.

    Friendly and encouraging coachesclean and spacious facilityattentive staff who go above and beyondexcellent birthday party hosting and planni
  2. 2
    A School For The Mind & Body
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    936 S. Baldwin Road, Ste. 101, Clarkston, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    A School for the Mind & Body receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, child development, and clean facilities. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about staff conduct, management issues, and unresolved parent complaints.

    caring and attentive staffchild feels safe and happyengaging age-appropriate learning activitiesstrong parent communication
  3. 3
    A School For The Mind And Body
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    3604 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    A School for the Mind and Body receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, quality education, and child development. However, one review raised serious concerns about staff conduct and management issues.

    caring and nurturing staffchild feels safe and happystrong learning and development outcomesage-appropriate activities
  4. 4
    Lil People'S Place 2
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    6475 Waldon Center, Clarkston, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 263 children

    Parents consistently praise Lil' People's Place for exceptional, caring staff who build strong relationships with children and provide a nurturing, educational environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment from infancy through preschool, citing staff consistency, cleanliness, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents emphasize feeling confident in the care provided and describe the facility as an extension of their family.

    Consistentcaring staff with strong relationships with childrenclean facilityeducational programming

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Clarkston

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Clarkston, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.53avg rating
16 daycares · 9 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Clarkston zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4834812
4.6
4
483468
4.55
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clarkston (24–263 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Clarkston based on parent reviews

St Trinity Lutheran Preschool

5(3)

7925 Sashabaw Rd, Clarkston, MI

One reviewer highlights the facility's suitability for special events like baby showers, while another notes the great service and fellowship. A third comment is incomplete, but the available feedback points to a positive community atmosphere.

suitable for special eventsgreat servicefellowship

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Daycare types in Clarkston

Child Daycare & Preschools 16Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Church Daycare in Clarkston, Michigan

There are 2 church daycare in Clarkston, Michigan, making up 10% of the 20 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Clarkston have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 90 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Clarkston, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Church Daycare in Clarkston

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St Trinity Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One reviewer highlights the facility's suitability for special events like baby showers, while another notes the great service and fellowship. A third comment is incomplete, but the available feedback points to a positive community atmosphere.

suitable for special eventsgreat servicefellowship
Address
7925 Sashabaw Rd, Clarkston, MI
Phone
(248) 620-6154
Sashabaw Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
Address
5300 Maybee Rd, Clarkston, MI
Phone
(248) 673-3469

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 church daycare daycares in Clarkston, Michigan, out of 20 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Clarkston have an average Google rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clarkston, 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
Clarkston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Clarkston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clarkston 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.