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Best Before or After School Daycare in Novi, MI

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Novi. Average rating: 4.45/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Novi, Michigan at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.45/5
Parent reviews
142
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Novi has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 142 parent reviews averaging 4.45/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48375 zip code, averaging 4.54 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Novi

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
    Rainbow Child Care Center
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    27375 Beck Road, Novi, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 137 children

    Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center (Beck Road KinderCare location in Novi) for its warm, professional staff, clean facilities, and strong leadership. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting excellent communication, age-appropriate curriculum, engaging activities, and a family-oriented atmosphere. Children reportedly enjoy attending and thrive developmentally in this environment.

    Professional and nurturing staffattentive leadership (Director M
  2. 2
    Novi Cooperative Preschool INC.
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    41671 Ten Mile Rd, Novi, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 17 children

    Parents consistently praise Novi Cooperative Preschool for its play-based learning approach, dedicated teachers, and family-oriented environment. The cooperative model allows parents to volunteer in classrooms and maintain active involvement in their children's education. Multiple families report their children thrived academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten.

    Caring and knowledgeable teachersplay-based curriculummulti-age classroomscooperative parent involvement structure
  3. 3
    Northville Cooperative Preschool
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    21355 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 31 children

    Northville Cooperative Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nurturing, play-based learning environment and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight small class sizes, caring teachers, parent involvement opportunities, and successful child development across academic and social skills.

    Attentive and nurturing teachersplay-based learning curriculumsmall class sizesreasonable prices
  4. 4
    A Growing Place INC
    4.3 score
    4.4(16)

    40700 Ten Mile Road, Novi, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    A Growing Place in Novi is consistently praised by parents as an exceptional preschool with caring, long-tenured staff who create a nurturing, educational environment. Children develop strong academic and social skills, with parents noting high kindergarten readiness and genuine teacher engagement. The center maintains strong staff retention and is described as feeling like a family extension.

    Warmcaringpatient teachersLong-tenured staff with low turnover
  5. 5
    Early Childhood Educational Center
    3.85 score
    3.7(5)

    25745 Taft Road, Novi, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 300 children

    Early Childhood Educational Center in Novi receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the knowledgeable staff, teacher quality, and developmental outcomes, with children entering kindergarten ahead of grade level. However, two parents reported serious safety concerns including eye injuries and inadequate supervision during peer conflicts.

    Qualified and caring teachersstrong staff-parent relationshipsdevelopmental support for neurodivergent and neurotypical childrenchildren academically prepared for kindergarten

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Novi

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Novi, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.45avg rating
22 daycares · 8 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Novi zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4837510
4.54
3
483749
4.35
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Novi (17–389 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

10

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

5

Map

Daycare types in Novi

Child Daycare & Preschools 22Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Novi, Michigan

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Novi, Michigan, making up 4% of the 23 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 Novi have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.45 stars. Our analysis covers 142 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Novi, 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 Novi

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Meadowbrook Elem. Prime Time Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
29200 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI
Phone
(248) 956-2799

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Novi, Michigan, out of 23 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 Novi have an average Google rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Novi, 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
Novi offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Novi for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Novi 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.