Best Daycares in 49505 - Updated June 2026
AppleTree & Gilden Woods schools have been serving Michigan families for 25+ years. Parents choose us for one simple reason: the highest quality of child care and early education. Everything we do...
Infant Program
We’ve gone to great lengths to create a safe, healthy, nurturing environment both you and your baby will love. Our caregivers are passionate about providing the best care possible for every baby, ages 6 weeks to 12 months.
Twos Program
We provide plenty of hugs, guidance, and encouragement to help your child develop a greater sense of independence while gaining self-help skills and exploring the world around them.
Also offers: Toddler Program, Drop-In Care, Preschool, and more
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The Goddard School of Grand Rapids - Knapp's Corner is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features multiple playgrounds, a dedicated music and movement studio, and...
Infant Classroom
In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need, as well as opportunities to begin learning about the world around them. Our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, celebrates your baby’s natural curiosity within the classroom environment and models how to explore safely. Nurturing teachers narrate your baby’s experiences to build a strong foundation in 21st century skills for problem solving and building relationships.
Toddler Classroom
As toddlers are rapidly developing both physically and cognitively, the Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered, and their language and communication skills are nurtured. A lifelong love of learning starts early, and we believe in providing brand-new learners with the tools they need to be successful. In the Toddler classroom, our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, comes to life as expert teachers harness children’s natural curiosity, guiding them to explore the world around them through hands-on learning, play and asking questions. Teachers support your child's social-emotional growth while helping them develop important physical skills. Your little one will build social awareness, form meaningful connections with others and have plenty of opportunities to strengthen essential skills like persistence and independence.
Also offers: Twos Classroom, Pre-Kindergarten, Bridge Classroom, and more
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AppleTree & Gilden Woods schools have been serving Michigan families for 25+ years. Parents choose us for one simple reason: the highest quality of child care and early education. Everything we do...
Infant Program
We’ve gone to great lengths to create a safe, healthy, nurturing environment both you and your baby will love. Our caregivers are passionate about providing the best care possible for every baby, ages 6 weeks to 12 months.
Toddler Program
Toddlers grow and learn every day, thriving and reaching key development milestones as they learn to be on the move. We help your toddler explore the world around him or her and make new discoveries while providing skills as building blocks for a lifetime of learning.
Also offers: Twos Program, Drop-In Care, Preschool, and more
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Childcare and early education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Curriculum is designed to provide a balance of group and individual activities that promote creativity and exploration. Meeting...
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
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Program offers onsite care for preschool-age children. Social, emotional and cognitive development are enhanced through age-appropriate activities. Daily routine features imaginative play, building...
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Home-based daycare providing services to children and families in Grand Rapids. Activities include neighborhood walks, arts & crafts, holiday and birthday celebrations, and outdoor play. Home offers a...
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Dinah Mugisa is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Carolyn Danner is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Jayne Cotten is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Extended Learning After School LOOP Program (Riverside Middle) is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 265 Eleanor St NE in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this...
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Plymouth Christian School Pre-Kindergarten is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 965 Plymouth Ave NE in North East Citizens Action in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this...
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Dorothy Jacobs is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Michele Reminga is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Rose Debie-Bowman is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Ball Family Child Care is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Angela Fuller is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Michelle Arnold is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Sharon Corson is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Northeast in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Joann Gladding is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Kristie Lynn Taylor is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Shana Williams is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Loveable Huggable Daycare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Beautiful Butterflies Daycare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Curiosity First Early Education Program is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Creston in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Partnering With Parents is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Northeast in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Alphabet Soup Day Care Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1708 Leonard St NE in Northeast in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire about prices...
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Alphabet Soup Daycare Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1708 Leonard St NE in North East Citizens Action in Grand Rapids, MI. Contact this provider to inquire...
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FAQs About Grand Rapids Daycares
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How many daycare providers are in Grand Rapids?
- There are currently 297 daycare providers in Grand Rapids. This includes full-time, part-time, and home daycare providers.
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How much does daycare cost in Grand Rapids?
- The average monthly price for full time daycare in Grand Rapids is $863. This is based on provider cost data for daycares listed on Winnie.