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Best Before or After School Daycare in Whitmore Lake, MI

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Whitmore Lake. Average rating: 4.83/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Whitmore Lake, Michigan at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.83/5
Parent reviews
53
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Whitmore Lake has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 53 parent reviews averaging 4.83/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48189 zip code, averaging 4.83 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Whitmore Lake

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
    Precious Ones Day Care Home And Preschool
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    8834 S. Main St., Po Box 663, Whitmore Lake, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Precious Ones Day Care Home and Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, family-like environment, dedicated teachers, and strong developmental support provided to children.

    Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmospherestrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent social skills development
  2. 2
    Fine Arts Pre School & Child Care Center
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    238 Jennings, Whitmore Lake, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Fine Arts Pre School & Child Care Center as an excellent, nurturing facility with passionate and professional staff led by owner Suzanne Bellore. The center is recognized for combining quality childcare and preschool with additional programs including dance, karate, music, and art. Families report strong academic preparation, caring staff, and a family-like atmosphere.

    Dedicated and passionate staffhands-on teachingmultiple programs under one roof (preschooldance

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Whitmore Lake

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Whitmore Lake, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.77avg rating
7 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Whitmore Lake zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
481898
4.83
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Whitmore Lake (20–171 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Whitmore Lake based on parent reviews

Whitmore Lake Preschool

5(4)

1077 Barker Road, Whitmore Lake, MI

Parents highlight the caring staff and engaging curriculum, noting that the program effectively prepares children for kindergarten both academically and socially. Reviewers appreciate the clean, organized environment and the smooth transition support provided during remote and in-person learning phases.

caring and supportive staffkindergarten preparationengaging activities

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Daycare types in Whitmore Lake

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Before or After School Daycare 1

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Before or After School Daycare in Whitmore Lake, Michigan

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Whitmore Lake, Michigan, making up 13% of the 8 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 Whitmore Lake have an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 53 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Whitmore Lake, 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 Whitmore Lake

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Whitmore Lake Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents highlight the caring staff and engaging curriculum, noting that the program effectively prepares children for kindergarten both academically and socially. Reviewers appreciate the clean, organized environment and the smooth transition support provided during remote and in-person learning phases.

caring and supportive staffkindergarten preparationengaging activities
Address
1077 Barker Road, Whitmore Lake, MI
Phone
(734) 449-2051

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Whitmore Lake, Michigan, out of 8 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 Whitmore Lake have an average Google rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Whitmore Lake, 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
Whitmore Lake offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 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 Whitmore Lake for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Whitmore Lake 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.