Best Daycares in Grand Rapids, MI — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 20 daycares and childcare centers in Grand Rapids based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Grand Rapids

  1. #1 — Northwest Co-Op Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Little Steps Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — STEAM Creative Scholars Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Kingdom Care Early Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Church cathedral. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Alger Head Start Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Head Start for Kent County Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Eastminster Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Little Sparrows Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Religious school, Home service. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Grace Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Henry Head Start Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Grand Rapids Early Discovery Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Mayflower Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Private school. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Children's Workshop Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Great Start KISD Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Education, School. View full profile →

  15. #15 — The Goddard School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Rainbow Child Care Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Social service organizations, Campus building. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Sylvan Head Start for Kent County Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Gilden Woods Breton Village Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  19. #19 — ridgemoor park Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  20. #20 — AppleTree & Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool-Central Services Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, Corporate office, School, Education, Private establishments and corporates. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Grand Rapids?
Northwest Co-Op Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Grand Rapids based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Grand Rapids?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Grand Rapids?
Childcare costs in Grand Rapids vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.