Best Before or After School Daycare in Grand Rapids, MI

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.

1. 1

   Children'S Workshop INC.

   4.8 score

   5(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
2. 2

   Tutor Time Childcare Learning Center

   4.72 score

   4.9(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
3. 3

   Gan Yiladim Preschool At Chabad House

   4.72 score

   4.9(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
4. 4

   Stepping Stones Montessori Sch

   4.67 score

   5(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.

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5. 5

   New Community Church Preschool

   4.64 score

   5(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
6. 6

   Northwest Co-Op Preschool

   4.58 score

   5(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
7. 7

   Plainfield Child Care

   4.56 score

   4.8(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
8. 8

   Mayflower Preschool

   4.53 score

   4.9(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
9. 9

   Orchard Hill Christian Learning Center

   4.46 score

   4.6(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
10. 10

    Immanuel St James Luth Presch

    4.44 score

    4.8(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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