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Best Before or After School Daycare in Shelby Twp, MI

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Shelby Twp. Average rating: 4.25/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shelby Twp, Michigan at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.25/5
Parent reviews
47
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Shelby Twp has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 47 parent reviews averaging 4.25/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shelby Twp

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
    Peace Lutheran Prekindergarten
    4.3 score
    4.6(5)

    6580 24 Mile Road, Shelby Twp, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 76 children

    Peace Lutheran Prekindergarten receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and supportive community environment. However, one parent reported experiencing judgment and poor treatment from a teacher, including allegations that led to a CPS investigation which the parent claims were unfounded.

    Caring and supportive staffengaging and interactive curriculumwell-organized administrationpassionate director
  2. 2
    Michigan Montessori Children'S Academy
    4.25 score
    4.5(5)

    13341 22 Mile Road, Shelby Twp, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Michigan Montessori Children's Academy in Shelby Township receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the Montessori curriculum, exceptional teaching staff, and principal Ms. Jaya's leadership. Parents report their children experience smooth transitions, strong academic development, individualized attention, and a caring, family-like environment. The school offers enrichment activities and demonstrates effectiveness in developing intellectual growth, independence, and social-emotional skills.

    Dedicated and caring teachersstrong Montessori curriculum implementationindividualized attention and lesson plansprincipal Ms. Jaya's leadership
  3. 3
    Shelby University - A Childcare Community
    4.08 score
    4.1(17)

    51503 Vandyke Avenue, Shelby Twp., MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 163 children

    Parents consistently praise Shelby University for exceptional care, attentive staff, and a welcoming community environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the caring teachers, cleanliness, activities, and communication through daily photos. Several families have remained enrolled for years and recommend the facility highly.

    Attentive and caring staffdaily photo updatespersonalized attention to individual child needsclean facility
  4. 4
    Childtime Learning Center #0643
    3.84 score
    3.8(20)

    49143 Hayes, Shelby Twp, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 164 children

    Parents consistently praise Childtime Learning Center #0643 for its caring, patient staff and positive learning environment where children thrive academically and socially. All reviewed families report their children are excited to attend, with strong appreciation for daily updates, live camera access, and special activities. Parents highlight the leadership team's responsiveness and supportive approach to both children's development and parent concerns.

    Patient and kind staffclean classroomsdaily photo/video updates and live camera accesschildren excited to attend

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Shelby Twp

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Shelby Twp, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
4 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.13avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Shelby Twp zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
483165
4.35
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shelby Twp (61–210 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

3

Map

Daycare types in Shelby Twp

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

Before or After School Daycare in Shelby Twp, Michigan

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Shelby Twp, Michigan, making up 44% of the 9 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 Shelby Twp have an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 47 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shelby Twp, 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 Shelby Twp

Showing 4 results

Roberts Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2400 Belleview Drive, Shelby Twp, MI
Phone
(586) 797-6114
West Utica Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5415 West Utica Rd, Shelby Twp, MI
Phone
(586) 797-6614
Switzer Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
53200 Shelby Rd, Shelby Twp, MI
Phone
(586) 797-6499
Monfort Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6700 Montgomery, Shelby Twp, MI
Phone
(586) 797-5700

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Shelby Twp, Michigan, out of 9 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 Shelby Twp have an average Google rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shelby Twp, 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
Shelby Twp offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 Shelby Twp for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shelby Twp 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.