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Best Before or After School Daycare in Fort Gratiot, MI

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Fort Gratiot. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fort Gratiot, Michigan at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Fort Gratiot offers 2 licensed before or after school daycare, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fort Gratiot

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
    Polka Dot Tots Learning Center LLC
    4.39 score
    4.6(9)

    3081 Commerce Drive, Suite 400, Fort Gratiot, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Data Error: The reviews provided are for Harmony Cares Medical Group, a home healthcare and hospice service, not for Polka Dot Tots Learning Center LLC, a daycare facility. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize. The Google Rating of 4.6/5 shows 0 reviews.

    None - reviews are for incorrect business

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Fort Gratiot

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Fort Gratiot, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fort Gratiot (18–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Fort Gratiot

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Fort Gratiot, Michigan

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Fort Gratiot, Michigan, making up 33% of the 6 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 Fort Gratiot have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Fort Gratiot

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Thomas Edison Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3559 Pollina Avenue, Fort Gratiot, MI
Phone
(810) 984-3101
Keewahdin Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4801 Lakeshore Rd, Fort Gratiot, MI
Phone
(810) 984-6577

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Fort Gratiot, Michigan, out of 6 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 Fort Gratiot have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fort Gratiot, 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
Fort Gratiot offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 Fort Gratiot for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fort Gratiot 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.