Best Church Daycare in Grand Rapids, MI
Compare 17 church daycare in Grand Rapids. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Grand Rapids, Michigan at a glance
- Programs
- 17
- Avg rating
- 4.55/5
- Parent reviews
- 504
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 29
Grand Rapids has 17 licensed church daycare with 504 parent reviews averaging 4.55/5.29 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 64% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 49506 (avg 4.87 stars), while 49503 has the largest selection (20 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grand Rapids
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.
- 1Children'S Workshop INC.4.8 score5(20)
2727 Michigan Street, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Workshop for its caring, dedicated staff and welcoming approach to younger children, including those not yet potty-trained. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children's social skills, confidence, and academic readiness, with high satisfaction across all classroom levels.
Accepting non-potty-trained children as young as 2 years oldwarm and patient teacherssmall class sizes with multiple teachers per roomplay-based and curriculum-focused learning - 2Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center4.72 score4.9(20)
3280 Grand Ridge Drive Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 139 children
Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center in Grand Rapids receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, and positive learning environment. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in this facility's care and many continue attending despite living farther away.
caring and loving staffexcellent parent communicationattentive teachersGSRP program availability - 3Gan Yiladim Preschool At Chabad House4.72 score4.9(20)
2615 Michigan Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 14 children
Gan Yiladim Preschool at Chabad House in Grand Rapids receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, welcoming environment and the rabbi and his family. Parents highlight the comfortable, caring community atmosphere and appreciate the inclusive approach that welcomes people of all backgrounds. The facility offers Shabbat services and guest accommodations that parents found convenient and hospitable.
Warm and welcoming environmentWelcoming Rabbi and RebbetzinKind and caring staffShabbat services and Kiddush - 4Stepping Stones Montessori Sch4.67 score5(10)
1110 College Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Stepping Stones Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents for its authentic Montessori approach, nurturing community, and exceptional staff. Parents report their children develop strong academic skills alongside independence, confidence, empathy, and a genuine love of learning. The school serves students from preschool through 8th grade and has earned recognition for its whole-child development philosophy and supportive family partnerships.
Aut - 5New Community Church Preschool4.64 score5(9)
2340 Dean Lake Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children
New Community Church Preschool receives consistent 5-star ratings with parents praising the welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the quality of pastoral leadership and note the facility makes families feel at home. The religious environment and community focus are presented as key strengths.
welcoming environmentfriendly staff and pastorsstrong Christian teachingsense of community - 6Northwest Co-Op Preschool4.58 score5(7)
1934 Bridge Street Nw, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Parents consistently praise Northwest Co-op Preschool for its play-based, child-led approach and strong community atmosphere. The program is highly valued for its cooperative structure that allows parents to actively participate in their children's education, and Mrs. Wilson is repeatedly highlighted as an exceptional teacher. Families report lasting friendships and a solid academic foundation for elementary school.
Experienced and caring teacher (Mrs. Wilson)play-based and nature-inspired curriculumstrong sense of communityparent involvement opportunities - 7Plainfield Child Care4.56 score4.8(12)
6018 Coit Ave. Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Plainfield Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and engaging activities. Parents highlight strong leadership, good communication through daily photos and updates, and a structured environment that helps children thrive. Multiple families have been enrolled for years and recommend the center highly.
Caring and attentive staffengaged leadershipexcellent communication with parentsdaily photos and u - 8Mayflower Preschool4.53 score4.9(7)
2345 Robinson Road Se, Grand Rapids, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children
Mayflower Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment that balances structured learning with play-based education. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, excellent kindergarten preparation, and a strong sense of community. Multiple families report multi-year enrollment and recommend the center highly.
Play-based curriculumwarm and nurturing environmentskilled and caring teachersstrong kindergarten readiness preparation - 9Orchard Hill Christian Learning Center4.46 score4.6(16)
1465 Three Mile Road Nw, Grand Rapids, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 118 children
Orchard Hill Christian Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, engaging activities, field trips, and focus on kindergarten preparation, along with the religious/Christian education component. The director is noted as organized and accommodating, with staff retention being unusually high for the childcare industry.
Caring and dedicated teachersclean classroomsstrong curriculumkindergarten preparation - 10Immanuel St James Luth Presch4.44 score4.8(6)
2066 Oakwood Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 61 children
Note: The available reviews are for St. James Lutheran Church rather than the preschool program specifically. Reviewers praise the welcoming congregation, community involvement, pastoral leadership, and facility quality. The church is described as a caring community focused on faith development and neighborhood engagement.
Welcoming and caring congregationrelatable pastorbeautiful sanctuary with good acousticscommunity-focused
Rating Distribution
Based on 45 daycares with Google ratings in Grand Rapids
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 504 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Grand Rapids, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Grand Rapids zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49506 | 18 | 4.87 | 8 | |
| 49505 | 13 | 4.66 | 4 | |
| 49525 | 14 | 4.64 | 4 | |
| 49546 | 19 | 4.58 | 3 | |
| 49504 | 15 | 4.5 | 1 | |
| 49503 | 20 | 4.4 | 4 | |
| 49534 | 7 | 4.34 | 3 | |
| 49508 | 5 | 4.3 | 0 | |
| 49548 | 6 | 4.1 | 0 | |
| 49507 | 13 | 3.5 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Grand Rapids (14–360 children)
Small
up to 30 children
16
Medium
31–75 children
50
Large
76–150 children
51
Very Large
150+ children
18
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Grand Rapids based on parent reviews
New Community Church Preschool
2340 Dean Lake Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
New Community Church Preschool receives consistent 5-star ratings with parents praising the welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the quality of pastoral leadership and note the facility makes families feel at home. The religious environment and community focus are presented as key strengths.
Orchard Hill Christian Learning Center
1465 Three Mile Road Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
Orchard Hill Christian Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, engaging activities, field trips, and focus on kindergarten preparation, along with the religious/Christian education component. The director is noted as organized and accommodating, with staff retention being unusually high for the childcare industry.
Immanuel St James Luth Presch
2066 Oakwood Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
Note: The available reviews are for St. James Lutheran Church rather than the preschool program specifically. Reviewers praise the welcoming congregation, community involvement, pastoral leadership, and facility quality. The church is described as a caring community focused on faith development and neighborhood engagement.
Messiah Lutheran Preschool
2727 Five Mile Road Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
One parent highlights the school's well-run Trunk or Treat event and friendly staff, while another praises the strong Christian focus and progressive schedule that gradually increases attendance frequency. A third review notes the beautiful sanctuary and relevant messaging, though these comments do not directly address childcare operations.
Westminster Child Development
47 Jefferson Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
Parents highlight the program's structured classroom environment, affordable sliding scale pricing, and dedicated teachers with low turnover. Reviewers note that children enjoy the food and engage in outdoor play, art, and learning activities.
Cascade Christian Child Care
2829 Thornapple River Dr, Grand Rapids, MI
Parents highlight the positive and kind staff, noting that their children have flourished and grown in confidence. Reviewers also appreciate the new equipment and the staff's evident passion for childcare.
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Church Daycare in Grand Rapids, Michigan
There are 17 church daycare in Grand Rapids, Michigan, making up 13% of the 136 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 Grand Rapids have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 45 rated facilities, with 64% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.84 stars. Our analysis covers 504 parent reviews. Parents in Grand Rapids most frequently praise daycares for caring and attentive staff, sense of community, and clean facility.
When choosing a daycare in Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids
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New Community Church Preschool receives consistent 5-star ratings with parents praising the welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the quality of pastoral leadership and note the facility makes families feel at home. The religious environment and community focus are presented as key strengths.
- Address
- 2340 Dean Lake Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 361-9780
One parent describes the facility as a traditional and loving church that preaches with compassion, noting the religious focus of the programs. The feedback highlights the compassionate nature of the instruction and the traditional religious environment. No specific operational drawbacks were mentioned in the available review.
- Address
- 1916 Ridgewood Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 949-0710
One parent highlights the school's well-run Trunk or Treat event and friendly staff, while another praises the strong Christian focus and progressive schedule that gradually increases attendance frequency. A third review notes the beautiful sanctuary and relevant messaging, though these comments do not directly address childcare operations.
- Address
- 2727 Five Mile Road Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 363-2553
One parent reports that their child enjoys attending Grace Church Preschool. The available feedback highlights a positive experience without noting any specific drawbacks.
- Address
- 1815 Hall Street Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 241-3202
One parent highlights the excellent classrooms, teachers, and community atmosphere, expressing strong satisfaction with the daily experience. The feedback emphasizes a positive and adored environment within the religious facility's preschool program.
- Address
- 7495 Cascade Road Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 957-3239
Parents highlight the program's structured classroom environment, affordable sliding scale pricing, and dedicated teachers with low turnover. Reviewers note that children enjoy the food and engage in outdoor play, art, and learning activities.
- Address
- 47 Jefferson Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 458-8480
Parents highlight the positive and kind staff, noting that their children have flourished and grown in confidence. Reviewers also appreciate the new equipment and the staff's evident passion for childcare.
- Address
- 2829 Thornapple River Dr, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 942-8795
A long-term parent highlights Mayfair Christian Daycare and Pre as a highly trusted, hands-on facility with caring staff and consistent, affordable rates. The review emphasizes the center's organized schedules, age-specific academics, and regular upgrades to toys and playground equipment.
- Address
- 1738 Lyon Street Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 458-1009
Note: The available reviews are for St. James Lutheran Church rather than the preschool program specifically. Reviewers praise the welcoming congregation, community involvement, pastoral leadership, and facility quality. The church is described as a caring community focused on faith development and neighborhood engagement.
- Address
- 2066 Oakwood Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 363-0505
Orchard Hill Christian Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, engaging activities, field trips, and focus on kindergarten preparation, along with the religious/Christian education component. The director is noted as organized and accommodating, with staff retention being unusually high for the childcare industry.
- Address
- 1465 Three Mile Road Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 784-4061
Parents consistently praise Appletree Christian Learning Center for its warm, welcoming environment and caring staff led by director Rayne. Children are reported to thrive academically and emotionally with attentive, communicative teachers who balance learning with play. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, and classroom cameras that provide peace of mind to parents.
- Address
- 1953 Monroe Ave., Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 447-7837
- Address
- 1429 Wilcox Park Drive Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 458-4228
- Address
- 2510 Richmond Street Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 453-8229
- Address
- 1200 Dayton Street Sw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 459-0948
- Address
- 2750 Burton Street Se, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 949-1690
- Address
- 1000 Ball Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 458-4367
- Address
- 2214 Lake Michigan Drive Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
- Phone
- (616) 453-3326
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