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Best Before or After School Daycare in Royal Oak, MI

Compare 7 before or after school daycare in Royal Oak. Average rating: 4.37/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Royal Oak, Michigan at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.37/5
Parent reviews
42
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Royal Oak has 7 licensed before or after school daycare with 42 parent reviews averaging 4.37/5.The largest concentration is in 48067 with 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Royal Oak

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
    Scuola Creativa
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    25423 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Parents consistently praise Scuola Creativa for its nurturing, individualized approach to child development and education. Teachers are described as passionate, caring, and committed to continuous professional development. Families feel welcomed as part of a close-knit community that prioritizes both learning and personal growth.

    Individualized attention to each child's interestspassionate and caring teachersstrong sense of communitycreative learning experiences
  2. 2
    Sunflowers Christian Preschool
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    529 Hendrie Blvd, Royal Oak, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 24 children

    Sunflowers Christian Preschool in Royal Oak receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the nurturing, loving environment and balanced approach to academics and socialization. However, one parent reported that staff failed to adequately address their child's discomfort with a teacher and prioritized reputation over resolution.

    Caring and patient teacherswarm and nurturing environmentgood balance of academics and play-based learningstr

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Royal Oak

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Royal Oak, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.38avg rating
9 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
7 daycares

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

3.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Royal Oak zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4806710
4.38
2
480739
4.25
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Royal Oak (17–225 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

2

Map

Daycare types in Royal Oak

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 7

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Before or After School Daycare in Royal Oak, Michigan

There are 7 before or after school daycare in Royal Oak, Michigan, making up 35% 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 Royal Oak have an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 42 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak

Showing 7 results

Northwood Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
926 W 12 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
Phone
(248) 541-0229
Oakland Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2415 Brockton Ave, Royal Oak, MI
Phone
(248) 542-4406
Keller Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1505 N. Campbell, Royal Oak, MI
Phone
(248) 542-6500
Oak Ridge Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
506 E 13 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
Phone
(248) 588-8353
Upton Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4400 Mandalay, Royal Oak, MI
Phone
(248) 549-4968
Addams Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2222 W. Webster Rd, Royal Oak, MI
Phone
(248) 288-3100
Ymca @ Royal Oak Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
709 N. Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI
Phone
(313) 223-2536

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 before or after school daycares in Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak have an average Google rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 57% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Royal Oak, 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
Royal Oak offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Royal Oak for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Royal Oak 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.