Best Child Care in Ann Arbor, MI
At Everbrook Academy, our teachers are passionate about setting children up for success with future-ready skills through hands-on, STEAM-inspired learning experiences. Classrooms are thoughtfully...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Twos, Early Preschool, Preschool, and more
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Every day, we’re nurturing young learners and preparing children for a bright future. At Childtime, our sensitive, respectful teachers are building trusting, secure relationships with children that...
Drop-In Care
At Childtime, our Drop-In Care program gives you the freedom to purchase child care days in advance. This allows you to use them when you need them—all year long! As a parent, you’ll appreciate the reliability and flexibility while your child enjoys our proven early education curriculum in a safe, secure, fun environment. Our prepaid cards come in five-day increments and are good for one full year. Just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Toddlers, Twos, Early Preschool, and more
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
Speaks Spanish
Faith-based, preschool offering half-day learning experiences to young children. Operated by Trinity Lutheran Church, the program provides a Christian learning space that works to develop...
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Childcare facility offering a variety of programs and services for children of all ages. Teachers use the Creative Curriculum to provide age-appropriate activities that work on each child's physical,...
Child Care Program
Infant Care Program
Alaina's provides a nurturing environment for infants, promoting trust between children and teachers. The tailored programs focus on individual routines and address physical, emotional, and intellectual needs, offering daily learning and exploration opportunities under loving supervision.
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Preschool Program
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Childcare facility offering a variety of preschool and childcare options for children. Teachers provide age-appropriate activities that work on school-readiness. Facility also offers various resources...
Speaks Spanish
Christian Montessori school serving children from birth through 3rd grade. Programs are designed to meet children’s needs and abilities through individually paced curricula to challenge students to...
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Childcare facility offering a variety of programs and services for children of all ages. Teachers use the Creative Curriculum to provide age-appropriate activities that work on each child's physical,...
Child Care Program
Infant Care Program
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Preschool Program
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We are a family daycare with a home-like atmosphere, serving families with children from birth to 5 years old. We are on the north side of Ann Arbor, less than a mile from the University of Michigan...
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Home-based establishment provides infant/toddler care, preschool and extended care programs for children. HighScope curriculum supports hands-on learning and experiences. Activities include group...
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Home-daycare program offering midnight and morning care for children. ABCmouse and Hooked on Phonics curricula are implemented, and learning takes place during small group activities and field trips...
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Preschool and childcare program serving children of University of Michigan staff, faculty and students. Teachers provide a variety of play-based activities and materials while also focusing on...
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Play-based program welcomes infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Children engage in active learning experiences that align with the HighScope curriculum. Teachers assess children in areas of literacy,...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare offered through the Ann Arbor YMCA for toddlers through pre-Kindergarten. Center utilizes the Creative Curriculum and older students receive water time along with swim instruction. Children...
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Child development program providing a Chinese language immersion curriculum. Age and developmentally-appropriate lessons encourage each child’s physical, social, and emotional development. Academic...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool program with a co-op environment. Facility provides developmentally-appropriate activities and materials that encourage children to explore and learn through play. Children work on social...
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Preschool and childcare program serving children and families in the downtown area. Teachers provide age-appropriate, educational and recreational activities to help prepare children for...
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Preschool program serving children and families in the Dicken neighborhood. Teachers provide a variety of hands-on materials and activities that encourage children to explore and learn through play. ...
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Early childhood program is a world where children enter a warm, natural environment full of activity and with the opportunity to let natural capacities blossom. Teachers engage strongly with every...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare center uses a hands-on approach to learning in programs for infants through preschool children. Through active play, children acquire essential developmental, self-help, literacy, and...
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Childcare center serves infants through pre-kindergarten children of the University of Michigan Hospital and Medical School employees. Throughout the day, children engage in a combination of...
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Montessori preschool program serving children and families in the Thurston neighborhood. Teachers provide developmentally-appropriate activities and materials focused on preparing children for school...
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Montessori preschool program serving children and families in the Lower Burns Park neighborhood. Teachers provide developmentally-appropriate activities to help prepare children for school and...
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Preschool offering age-appropriate learning experiences and activities to children as they prepare for elementary school. Program foundations include play, exploration, creativity, and introduction....
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In-home family daycare located on 1.2 acres near US 23 and The University of Michigan’s North Campus. Backyard is fully fenced and offers age-appropriate equipment. Children are encouraged to gain...
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Childcare offered through the Ann Arbor YMCA on the campus of Glacier Hills Senior Living Community. Students enjoy establishing relationships with residents through visits and interaction. Children...
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Preschool program serving children and families in the Lower Burns Park neighborhood. Teachers use the HighScope curriculum to provide age-appropriate materials and activities that allow children to...
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Preschool program serving children and families in the Lower Burns Park neighborhood. Teachers use the HighScope curriculum to provide age-appropriate materials and activities that allow children to...
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School-age program utilizes the basement of Northside Community Church to offer children a variety of recreational experiences. Activities include sports, arts & crafts, drama, music, reading, and...
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Childcare program serving children and families in the Lower Burns Park neighborhood. Teachers provide developmentally-appropriate activities and materials that encourage children to explore and...
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Preschool program centered around Catholic values and education. Teachers provide a variety of age-appropriate activities focused on kindergarten readiness. Children work on listening, following...
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Cooperative preschool program serving children and families in the downtown area. Teachers provide developmentally-appropriate, hands-on activities and materials that encourage children to explore...
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Pre-K program serving children and families in the Kerrytown neighborhood. Curriculum is Montessori-based and work on school-readiness and increasing independence. Children work on self-help and...
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Cooperative preschool program serving children and families at the First Presbyterian Church. Teachers provide a variety of materials and activities that encourage children to explore and learn...
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Preschool and childcare program serving children of University of Michigan staff, faculty and students. Teachers provide a variety of play-based activities and materials while also focusing on...
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Preschool and childcare program serving children and families in the Eberwhite neighborhood. Teachers provide a variety of hands-on learning activities that work on each child's physical, social,...
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Summer camp serving school-aged children in the Bryant Pattengill East neighborhood. Children participate in a variety of educational and recreational activities, including arts and crafts, games,...
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Preschool program offering a variety of education and learning styles for children and families. Teachers encourage children to ask questions and express their interests in order to guide lessons and...
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Preschool program serving children and families in the Lower Burns Park neighborhood. Children participate in both teacher-led and self-directed activities, as well as group and individual...
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In-home family daycare available to children of all ages as they prepare for elementary school. Curriculum is developmentally appropriate, play based, and blended. Gradual Spanish language immersion...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool program offers a nature-based curriculum that emphasizes learning through play. Children spend the majority of the day outdoors, engaging in art, music, dramatic play, math, science, and...
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Community-focused cooperative preschool where children can experience a group learning and play environment. Classes at Dexter Cooperative Preschool are led by two experienced teachers and volunteer...
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Preschool program offers a variety of half-day class options that foster creativity, independence, individuality, and exploration. Parent-toddler classes provide opportunities for children to play,...
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Ivybrook Academy provides a hybrid curriculum that takes an innovative approach to early learning while also drawing from three different educational approaches: Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and the...
Toddler Preschool
Ivybrook Academy’s Toddler Preschool program is designed for the youngest citizens of our school community. This half-day program provides the perfect combination of play, learning opportunities, and flexibility, and we specialize in channeling their desire for exploration into activities that help them learn and grow. High-quality activities are specifically designed for your child’s attention span and to stimulate their curiosity, and they will learn to express themselves through reading, singing, dancing, and art.
2-Year-Olds
At Ivybrook Academy, we understand that the age of two is a time of wonder and rapid growth. Our half-day program is thoughtfully designed to nurture your child’s natural curiosity, support their developmental milestones, and foster a love for learning. Through hands-on activities, interactive play, and a compassionate environment, we guide your child on their journey of exploration and self-discovery.
Also offers: 3-Year-Olds, 4 & 5 Year-Olds
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Manzanitas Spanish Immersion Playschool is an innovative, high-quality, early education program for infants, toddlers, preschool, & kindergarten serving children and families in the Ann Arbor area....
Speaks Spanish
Green Apple Garden (Upper) is an outdoor immersion preschool program. Located in Ann Arbor, our playschools are structured around the Reggio Emilia approach, with an emphasis on authentic play and...
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Childcare program serving children and families in the Ann Arbor area. Children spend the majority of the day outdoors with hands-on, play-based learning activities. Care is the curriculum for our...
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Dual language, full immersion preschool teaching children using hands-on learning experiences. Program encourages each child to become active and creative explorers in both indoor and outdoor play...
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Alaina's Children's Center provides full- and part-time daycare and preschool services for children from 6 weeks to 12 years. It focuses on enhancing early learning and development through play-based...
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Daycroft School is one of the oldest Montessori schools in SE Michigan serving students from toddler through 6th grade. We have an 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
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The Cost of Childcare in Michigan
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Childcare Assistance in Michigan
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FAQs About Ann Arbor Child Care
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How many child care providers are in Ann Arbor?
- Based on Winnie data collection, there are 208 child care providers in Ann Arbor and 57 of these child care providers offer part time care.
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How much does child care cost in Ann Arbor?
- According to provider data, $1303 is the average monthly price for full time child care in Ann Arbor.
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Do child care providers in Ann Arbor speak multiple languages?
- Yes, there are approximately 12 child care providers in Ann Arbor that are multilingual, offering care in at least two different languages.
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What are the most common languages offered by Ann Arbor childcare providers?
- The 6 most common languages spoken by child care providers in Ann Arbor are Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), American Sign Language, Arabic, German and Japanese.
More About Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor families and children of all ages have an abundance of attractions and events available throughout the year. Children will enjoy creating and exploring the interactive activities at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and Kelsey Museum of Archaeology which offers children's events and projects. The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History and Yankee Air Museum are also popular attractions with children's exhibits. During the spring, residents celebrate Huron River Day, a free outdoor event with water activities and live music. During winter months, residents enjoy Kerrytown KindleFest, the city's annual Christmas market.