2 Church Daycare in Portage, Michigan

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Portage

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

   Little Tykes Learning Center

   4.77 score

   5(17)

   1422 E. Centre Avenue, Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

   Parents universally praise Little Tykes Learning Center for its family-like atmosphere, exceptional care, and educational programs. Owner Paula is highlighted as deeply invested in the center, while staff members are consistently described as nurturing, creative, and genuinely loving toward the children. Families report children are excited to attend daily, feel safe and secure, and are well-prepared for school transitions.

   Family-oriented environmentowner involvement in daily operationsnurturing and creative staffstrong academic curriculum with diverse activities (arts
2. 2

   Pccn Preschool

   4.64 score

   5(9)

   3600 West Milham Road, Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

   PCCN Preschool is a highly-rated play-based co-op preschool where parents consistently praise teachers Mrs. Kreg and Mrs. West for their caring, individualized approach and strong relationships with families. Parents appreciate the cooperative model that requires parent involvement in the classroom and value the play-based learning environment that encourages social growth and discovery.

   Experienced and caring teachersplay-based learning approachstrong parent-teacher relationshipsindividual attention to children's needs
3. 3

   St. Catherine'S Catholic Preschool

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   1150 West Centre St., Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

   Note: The reviews provided appear to be for St. Catherine Catholic Church, not the preschool program. Based on available information, the facility is described as welcoming and community-oriented with a friendly atmosphere.

   Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful modern facilitiesstrong sense of communityfamily-friendly programs
4. 4

   Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center

   4.48 score

   4.6(20)

   6500 Constitution, Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 140 children

   Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center in Portage receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, strong sense of community, educational curriculum, and reliable operations. Many families have stayed for extended periods (5-15+ years), citing the center's family-like atmosphere and exceptional care.

   Caring and knowledgeable staffstrong leadership (Director Nicole and Assistant Director Jessica)family-like atmospheredaily photos and updates
5. 5

   Valley Kids Learning Center

   4.48 score

   4.6(20)

   2500 Vincent Ave., Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 132 children

   IMPORTANT: These reviews appear to be for Valley Family Church, not Valley Kids Learning Center daycare. The reviews discuss church services, spiritual growth, and community outreach rather than daycare services. No actual daycare reviews are present.

   None mentioned for daycare services
6. 6

   Nazarene Wee Care Center

   4.37 score

   4.6(8)

   5625 Oakland Dr, Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

   Nazarene Wee Care Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the attentive staff, daily communication, age-appropriate activities, and Christian environment, with one parent noting 6 years of satisfaction. However, two recent negative reviews report serious concerns including staff yelling at toddlers, physical aggression, inadequate supervision, safety protocol failures, and lack of curriculum.

   attentive staffgood communication via Bright Wheel appdaily photos sent to parentsage-separated rooms
7. 7

   A Touch Of Home Child Care Too

   4.26 score

   4.4(9)

   400 Gladys, Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

   A Touch of Home Child Care Too receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff as loving, attentive, and welcoming, with good communication through the Brightwheel app and a clean facility. However, two negative reviews raise serious safety concerns including a child escaping through a fence hole, injuries (bites, smashed fingers, broken foot), inadequate sanitization, and poor staff responsiveness to parental concerns.

   Attentive and caring stafffriendly and welcoming environmentclean and organized facilitygood communication via Brightwheel app
8. 8

   Bullfrogs And Butterflies Christian Preschool

   4.08 score

   4.1(20)

   5904 South 12th St., Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

   Parents consistently praise Bullfrogs and Butterflies for its caring, attentive staff who treat children as family members. The center is commended for its Christian-based curriculum, educational activities, communication tools (Tadpoles app and cameras), and flexibility in accommodating family schedules. All reviewers report satisfied children and high confidence in the quality of care provided.

   Caring and loving staffChristian learning environmentregular parent communication via app and camerasfield trips and educational activities
9. 9

   Bullfrogs And Butterflies Christian Lrng Ctr.

   4.08 score

   4.1(20)

   5902 S. Twelveth Street, Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children

   Parents consistently praise Bullfrogs and Butterflies for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family members. The Christian learning environment emphasizes child development, offers engaging activities and field trips, and uses technology like cameras and the Tadpoles app to keep parents informed. Multiple parents highlight the staff's ability to accommodate special needs and scheduling flexibility.

   Caring and qualified staffChristian-based learning environmentstrong teacher-child relationshipsdevelopmental and creative activities
10. 10

    A Touch Of Home Child Care

    4.07 score

    4.1(13)

    7455 Oakland Dr., Portage, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children

    A Touch of Home is highly regarded by most parents, who praise its combination of center-based structure with home daycare warmth, attentive staff, small class sizes, and daily parent communication via app. One parent reported a negative experience involving illness, biting incidents, and concerns about cleanliness and learning structure during their three-week enrollment.

    caring and knowledgeable staffhands-on ownerssmall class sizesfrequent outdoor play regardless of weather

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