How do I choose the right daycare in Detroit?

When choosing a daycare in Detroit, 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

What types of daycare are available in Detroit?

Detroit offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 221 facilities Headstart Programs — 22 facilities Church Daycare — 11 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 28 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Church Daycare in Detroit, Michigan (11 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Michigan?

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 Detroit for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Detroit

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.

Chapel Child Daycare Learning Center

4.72 score

4.9(20)

5251 East Outer Drive, Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

The reviews provided do not contain any parent feedback about Chapel Child Daycare Learning Center. Instead, all 10 reviews discuss Galilee Church in Detroit, led by Pastor Chapman. There is a data mismatch between the daycare facility listed and the actual review content.

None applicable - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare

Kingdom Kare Learning Center

4.72 score

4.9(20)

16520 Wyoming St., Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

Kingdom Kare Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, clean environment, strong communication, and noticeable improvements in their children's development and behavior. Children are reported to be happy and comfortable attending the center.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communication with parentsclean and safe facilitysmall class sizes

Learning Links Academy

4.71 score

5(12)

19363 James Couzens Fwy, Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Learning Links Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and energetic staff, particularly Ms. White and her team, for fostering children's academic growth, social development, and emotional well-being in a welcoming, family-like environment.

Staff warmth and caring approachstrong academic and developmental supportpositive daily communication with parentschildren's eagerness to attend

Development Centers Ehs/Hs St. Suzanne

4.7 score

4.9(18)

19321 West Chicago, Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Parents consistently praise Development Centers EHS/HS St. Suzanne for its friendly and helpful staff, safe playground, and diverse programming including after-school activities, summer programs, and youth sports camps. The center also provides valuable community resources including clothing distribution and food assistance programs.

Friendly and helpful staffsafe playgrounddiverse after-school and summer programs (cookingnutrition

Vistas Nuevas Hs And St.Peterandpaul

4.7 score

4.9(17)

3810 Gilbert Street, Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

Parents praise the daycare for helping children thrive with wonderful and friendly staff. The facility is also recognized for its strong community outreach programs, including food assistance, homeless support, and weekly meals for those in need.

Excellent teaching staffsupportive learning environmentparental involvement opportunitiescommunity outreach programs

Above & Beyond Learning Child Care Center

4.67 score

5(10)

19741 Van Dyke St., Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Above & Beyond Learning Child Care Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's caring, patient approach and the center's commitment to child development and learning. Parents highlight the family-like atmosphere, strong teacher-child bonds, and the center's ability to meet individual needs including special education support. Multiple long-term families (3-5 years) express high satisfaction and would strongly recommend the center.

Caring and patient stafffamily-like environmentchild development and learning focusstrong teacher-child relationships

Citadel Of Praise

4.64 score

4.8(20)

20280 Lyndon, Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 144 children

All reviews are 5-star ratings praising Citadel of Praise as a welcoming faith-based church community. Parents highlight engaging children's church programs, Bible teaching, and the pastor's leadership. The facility fosters a strong sense of spiritual community and family belonging.

Welcoming atmosphereengaging children's church activitiesBible-based curriculumarts and crafts programs

U.N.I. (All Saints)

4.64 score

4.8(20)

8300 Longworth, Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

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-focusedfood assistance services

Vnhs-Word Of Truth Center

4.64 score

4.8(20)

4900 Lovett, Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children

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 facilityample parking and handicap accessibility

The Giving Tree Montessori School

4.58 score

4.8(13)

4351 Marseilles Street, Detroit, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 133 children

The Giving Tree Montessori School receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the school's nurturing Montessori approach, experienced and caring staff, strong academic preparation, and warm community feel. Children consistently show academic readiness, social confidence, and genuine love for attending.

Experienced staff with many teachers having 30+ years tenurepatient and nurturing teachersstrong Montessori curriculumacademic preparation for elementary school

Church Daycare in Detroit, Michigan

There are 11 church daycare in Detroit, Michigan, making up 4% of the 282 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 11 church daycare daycares in Detroit, Michigan, out of 282 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Detroit, 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

Detroit offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 221 facilities
Headstart Programs — 22 facilities
Church Daycare — 11 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 28 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 Detroit for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Detroit 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.

11 Church Daycare in Detroit, Michigan

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