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Best Before or After School Daycare in Rochester, MI

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Rochester. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rochester, Michigan at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
99
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Rochester has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 99 parent reviews averaging 4.8/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48307 zip code, averaging 4.97 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rochester

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
    St. Paul'S Preschool
    4.72 score
    5(13)

    620 Romeo, Rochester, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    St. Paul's Preschool receives universal praise from parents for its experienced, warm, and caring teaching staff who effectively prepare children academically and socially for kindergarten. Parents consistently highlight the small class sizes, nurturing environment, organized facilities, and strong parent communication as key strengths of the program.

    Experienced and empathetic teacherssmall class sizeswell-prepared for kindergartenstrong academic and social-emotional support
  2. 2
    St John Preschool And School Age
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1011 W University Drive, Rochester, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 63 children

    St. John Preschool and School Age is a religious facility in Rochester, Michigan with exclusively positive reviews (5/5 ratings). Parents praise its welcoming community atmosphere, strong academic standards combined with faith-based education, supportive staff, and involvement in community service.

    Welcoming and friendly communitystrong academic standardsfaith-based education with daily Bible principlessupportive staff communication
  3. 3
    The Neighborhood Child Care Ctr
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    345 Griggs Street, Rochester, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    The Neighborhood Child Care Center in Rochester, Michigan receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and the center's unique nature-based, play-focused learning approach. Parents consistently report that their children have gained confidence, social skills, and independence while feeling safe, loved, and excited to attend. The center is described as a special, magical place that prioritizes social-emotional development and outdoor exploration.

    Caring and patient teachersnature-based learningoutdoor exploration and timeplay-based approach
  4. 4
    Rcs Caring Steps Children'S Center
    4.62 score
    4.8(17)

    3838 N. Rochester Rd., Rochester, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 224 children

    RCS Caring Steps Children's Center in Rochester, Michigan receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the facility's spacious classrooms, comprehensive curriculum, caring staff, and affiliation with Rochester Community Schools, noting that children are engaged and eager to attend daily.

    Large classroomsfull-size gymnasiumspacious outdoor playgroundnutritious meals and snacks included
  5. 5
    Lowry Center For Early Childhood Education
    4.15 score
    4.3(5)

    102 Pawley Hall Ou, 2200 N. Squirrel Rd, Rochester, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

    Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the safe environment for children with allergies, High Scope curriculum, caring teachers, and strong kindergarten preparation. However, negative reviewers criticize administrative practices, long wait times, focus on fees, and concerns about educational priorities versus profit.

    Safe for children with severe allergiesHigh Scope curriculumbroad range of activitiescaring and dedicated teachers

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Rochester

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.78avg rating
15 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
4 daycares

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Rochester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4830710
4.97
3
483065
4.8
1
483095
4.3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rochester (24–224 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

13

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Rochester

Child Daycare & Preschools 15Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 4

Before or After School Daycare in Rochester, Michigan

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Rochester, Michigan, making up 20% of the 20 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 Rochester have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 99 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Rochester, 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 Rochester

Showing 4 results

Holy Family Regional School North Campus
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1240 Inglewood, Rochester, MI
Phone
(248) 656-1234
Musson Elem School Child Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3500 Dutton Road, Rochester, MI
Phone
(248) 726-4208
Mcgregor Elem Child Care Prog
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1101 W. First Street, Rochester, MI
Phone
(248) 726-4008
University Hills Elem. Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
600 Croydon, Rochester, MI
Phone
(248) 726-4408

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Rochester, Michigan, out of 20 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 Rochester have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Rochester, 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
Rochester offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Rochester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rochester 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.