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Child Care Centers in Traverse City, MI are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 56 listed child care centers

Central Day Care Center

Great child care.my oldest was so sad when it was time for her to start kindergarten and said she misses her teachers there all the time. My...

- Sarah

Little Ones Child Care and Preschool

Being able to leave your child in the hands of safe and caring staff and having that piece of mind is priceless. My daughter walks in with a...

- Rebecca

Wee-Care Daycare

Marie provided daycare for my three children over the course of ten years. She supported their needs from infancy to early adolescents on a...

- Terri J

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Central Day Care Center

4100 Barnes Rd Traverse City, MI

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care
Central Day Care Center in Traverse City, Michigan is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 74 children from infants to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.

Sarah says "Great child care.my oldest was so sad when it was time for her to start kindergarten and said she misses her teachers there all the time. My youngest loves it...

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Child care
Preschool
Little Ones Child Care and Preschool is a mission of Fellowship Church in Traverse City, though you do not need to be a member to attend. We use a research based curriculum that was developed in Michigan. Christian education is woven into our day. All classrooms attend Chapel on Wednesdays. We provide year round care for...

Rebecca says "Being able to leave your child in the hands of safe and caring staff and having that piece of mind is priceless. My daughter walks in with a smile and that...

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Wee-Care Daycare

3701 Supply Rd Traverse City, MI

5.0(4)
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Fun, loving, licensed childcare home. I teach the fundamentals in early learning. I provide a safe and clean environment for children to grow.

Terri J says "Marie provided daycare for my three children over the course of ten years. She supported their needs from infancy to early adolescents on a full-time...

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YMCA Child Development Center

1027 McRae Hill Rd Traverse City, MI

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
Year round educational based Child Care. Serving ages 3 weeks- 5 years. Full-time and Part-time options. FREE YMCA FAMILY MEMBERSHIP! (With Full-Time enrollment) Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, Kindergarten readiness, M-F, 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. coverage.
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RosyLane Early Learning Center

1020 Rose Street Traverse City, MI

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Preschool
Our mission is to provide a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe, loved and a part of our class family. We encourage the love of learning, the love of books and the love of creating! All activities are carefully designed to nurture the whole child. Our unique Home Preschool offers various activities that are...
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Pathways Preschool

703 Rose St. Traverse City, MI

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Pathways Preschool is expanding soon from a group childcare home to a childcare center. We focus on creating secure attachments to caregivers and healthy patterns of relating to peers and adults while developing the whole child. Pathways serves an organic menu.
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maureen daycare

2847 Frank St Traverse City, MI

1.0(1)
Child care
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Traverse Bay Children's Advocacy Center

121 E Front St Ste 301 Traverse City, MI

Child care
Traverse Bay Children's Advocacy Center is a support center for children who have suffered from physical or sexual abuse and is dedicated to providing intervention and prevention programs. The center offers a child-sensitive and friendly environment where children are free to express their feelings.
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Traverse City Co-Op Preschool

720 S Elmwood Ave Ste 1 Traverse City, MI

Child care
Preschool
Traverse City Co-Op Preschool offers play-based education programs for children ages three, four, and five years old. The center serves the Traverse City in Michigan and provides a structured curriculum that features teacher-led activities as well as adequate time for free play. The center has morning and afternoon classes, and...
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Central Day Care Center

4100 Barnes Rd Traverse City, MI

Child care
Central Day Care Center in Traverse City, Michigan, is a child care establishment that utilizes the Montessori philosophy and materials in their classroom that self-correct and help the students in developing their five senses. This child care institution helps in promoting independence on the part of the children, enhancing...
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Kathleen Patricia Strong

848 Munson Ave Traverse City, MI

Child care
Kathleen Patricia Strong offers a warm and secure environment promoting the fullest possible development of the whole child. The center's goal of educating children is to provide them with a foundation of competence and confidence to function independently throughout their lives.
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Cheryl Lee Bomer

416 W 8th St Traverse City, MI

Child care
Cheryl Lee Bomer offers a warm and secure environment promoting the fullest possible development of the whole child. The center's goal of educating children is to provide them with a foundation of competence and confidence to function independently throughout their lives.
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Dorothy's Day Care

7333 Cedar Run Rd Traverse City, MI

Child care
Dorothy's Day Care is a childcare provider that serves the community of Traverse City MI. It offers a stimulating learning environment and provides appropriate activities that develop the whole child. The center promotes active learning by integrating play-based, child-initiated and hands-on activities.
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Jane Dowdney Daycare

3891 Creekside Dr Traverse City, MI

Child care
Jane Dowdney Daycare is a local child care company that offers center-based programs and services designed for young children. Based at 3891 Creekside Drive, the facility serves the residents of Traverse City, MI. Jane Dowdney Daycare has been serving the community since they opened in 2010.
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Kelly S Cabin Daycare

275 N East Silver Lake Rd Traverse City, MI

Child care
Kelly S Cabin Daycare is a local provider that offers center-based child care services geared for young kids. Located at 275 N East Silver Lake Road, the company serves families living in Traverse City, MI. Kelly S Cabin Daycare has been serving the community since 2010.
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Happy Hearts

526 Monroe St Traverse City, MI

Child care
Happy Hearts provides a high quality, healthy, nurturing, fun, and educational environment. The center provides early stimulating care and educational experiences promoting each child’s social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Their goal is to support children’s desire to be life-long learners and have them always...
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Kathleen Ruth Jodoin

3878 Forest Lakes Dr Traverse City, MI

Child care
Kathleen Ruth Jodoin provides a childcare program in Traverse City, Michigan. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Kathleen Ruth Jodoin's licensed childcare home is open...
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Babbling Brook Daycare

2595 4 Mile Rd N Traverse City, MI

Child care
In-Home daycare
Babbling Brook Daycare is a locally based daycare center that offers child care services geared for young children. Located at 2595 4 Mile Road, the company serves families living in the Traverse City, MI area. Babbling Brook Daycare has been serving the community since they opened in 1994.
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Judy Ritter

1651 Woodward Ave Traverse City, MI

Child care
In-Home daycare
Kindergarten
Preschool
Judy Ritter provides a childcare and preschool program in Traverse City, Michigan. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Judy Ritter's licensed childcare home welcomes...
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Welcome to Building Blocks Preschool and Child Development Center, conveniently located near downtown Traverse City, Michigan. At Building Blocks, we provide the supportive and caring environment your child needs to prepare for kindergarten. The staff at Building Blocks implements themed lesson plans using hands-on activities...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Traverse City, MI

Child care centers near you in Traverse City, MI provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Traverse City, MI have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Traverse City, MI. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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