37 Before or After School Daycare in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Browse all 37 before or after school daycare in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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
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Before or After School Daycare in Grand Rapids, Michigan
There are 37 before or after school daycare in Grand Rapids, Michigan, making up 27% 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.
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 Before or After School Daycare in Grand Rapids
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- 28 Bellevue St. Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 447-5683
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- 921 Alger Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7394
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- 159 College Ne, Fountain, Building, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7394
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- 943 Sibley Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-3100
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- 1775 Buchanan Avenue Sw, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7399
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- 3940 Suburban Shores Dr Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 550-6390
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- 43468 Heather Lane Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 493-8900
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- 540 Russwood Street Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 363-4869
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- 2505 Madison Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7394
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- 448 Dickinson Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7394
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- 940 Baldwin Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2201
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- 1353 Vanauken Street Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2696
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- 5757 East Paris Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 554-5421
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- 2133 Buchanan Ave. Sw, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2262
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- 710 Benjamin Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7394
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- 2233 Diamond Avenue Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 364-9453
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- 1445 Emerald Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2727
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- 265 Eleanor Street Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2969
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- 1525 Mount Mercy Drive Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2262
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- 309 Palmer Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2929
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- 6932 Bridgewater Drive Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 493-8920
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- 617 Coit Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7399
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- 1761 Rosewood Avenue Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2810
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- 801 Oakland Avenue Sw, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7399
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- 851 Madison Se, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2165
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- 863 Seventh St. Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7399
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- 1205 Grandville Sw, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-2560
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- 2550 Burritt Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7394
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- 928 Aberdeen Ne, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 819-7394
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- 955 Westend Avenue Nw, Grand Rapids, MI
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- (616) 453-3925
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