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Best Before or After School Daycare in Rockford, MI

Compare 7 before or after school daycare in Rockford. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rockford, Michigan at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
64
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Rockford has 7 licensed before or after school daycare with 64 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 49341 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rockford

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
    Christ Our Savior Lutheran Pschl
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    4610 Belding Road Ne, Rockford, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 44 children

    Christ Our Savior Lutheran Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring teachers, Christ-centered curriculum, strong parent-teacher communication, and well-rounded activities that help children build confidence and social skills.

    Caring and attentive teachersChrist-centered learningexcellent parent-teacher communicationdevelopmentally appropriate curriculum
  2. 2
    Appletree Christian Learning Center
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    6765 Courtland Dr. Ne, Rockford, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 172 children

    Parents consistently praise APPLETREE CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER in Rockford for excellent communication, caring staff, and engaging curriculum. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the center's hands-on learning approach, daily photo/video updates, and welcoming environment where children are genuinely excited to attend.

    Excellent daily communication with detailed updates and photos/videoswarm and friendly staffstructured learning environment with hands-on activitiesspecial events like field trips and parent involvement activities
  3. 3
    Creative Child Care Center
    4.21 score
    4.3(12)

    11560 Holmden Court, Rockford, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

    Creative Child Care Center in Rockford, Michigan receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, friendly staff, clean facility, structured activities, and safe environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend and feel confident in their child's care and development.

    Caring and friendly staffclean facilitysafe environmentstructured daily schedule
  4. 4
    Tender Care Learning Center
    4 score
    4(6)

    4635 - 14 Mile Rd., Rockford, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Tender Care Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising staff engagement, enrichment activities, and competitive pricing. However, two negative reviews highlight past concerns about inflexible meal policies and a recent enrollment confirmation issue.

    Invested and caring staffdiverse daily activities and outdoor timeenrichment specialists (musicsoccer)

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Rockford

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
7 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.47avg rating
7 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

4.77avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Rockford zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4934119
4.6
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rockford (20–208 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

3

Map

Daycare types in Rockford

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Church Daycare 5Before or After School Daycare 7

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Before or After School Daycare in Rockford, Michigan

There are 7 before or after school daycare in Rockford, Michigan, making up 37% of the 19 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 Rockford have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.77 stars. Our analysis covers 64 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Rockford, 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 Rockford

Showing 7 results

Meadow Ridge Bac Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8100 Courtland Drive, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 863-6342
Crestwood Elem B A C Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6350 Courtland Drive, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 863-6346
Rockford B.A.C. Roguewood
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3900 Kroes Street, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 863-6374
Parkside Elem B A C Program C C
Before or After School Daycare
Address
156 Lewis Street, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 863-6560
Cannonsburg Elem. Before & After School Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4894 Sturgis Ave Ne, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 863-6344
Kent Isd - Meadow Ridge Gsrp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8100 Courtland Drive, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 447-5683
Rockford B.A.C.Valley View
Before or After School Daycare
Address
405 Summit Ave Ne, Rockford, MI
Phone
(616) 863-6560

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 before or after school daycares in Rockford, Michigan, out of 19 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 Rockford have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 71% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Rockford, 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
Rockford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Rockford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rockford 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.