We have 867 child care providers in Grand Rapids, MI! Compare and hire the best child care to fit your needs.

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Meg B. says "Nan has been a part of family and our children's lives since they were born.... 15 years. She was an integral part of our boy's childhood and their...
Care Member says "Becca is creative, energetic and totally reliable. We feel truly blessed to have met her <3"
Care Member says "Alyssa took great care of our 5 month old for the evening. She kept her entertained and made sure she was comfortable/happy. Alyssa is an experienced,...
Les G. says "Amy has a real desire to serve and help other people. She is a hard worker who is excels at care giving and has the patience and experience to be a valued...
Abby R. says "My kids absolutely love Sophia. They keep asking when our next mom and dad date night is so she can come play with them. She is always timely and goes above...
Care Member says "A compassionate, trustworthy individual. I truly couldn’t recommend Mckenzie more. She has always been punctual and is very patient with our seven year...
Kathleen S. says "Emma is reliable and provides such attentive care. My baby always smiles when she arrives and is happy to be with her throughout the day! I trust Emma...
Care Member says "I appreciate Katie’s ability to keep my son engaged in different activities and the willingness to role play and keep him engaged throughout their time...
Katie S. says "Annika has been babysitting my 2 year old daughter every Tuesday and Thursday for the month of April and she has not disappointed. My daughter absolutely...
Care Member says "Very sweet and on time, my kids loved playing with her and were sad when she went home."
Zachary P. says "Anna was great with all three of our boys, got twins and our very willful three year old to bed. She is kind and warm with them while keeping them safe...
Care Member says "Keely is a wonderful person. She nannied for us January-May 2023 and took great care of our 2 year old daughter and 6 mo old baby boy. It was a lot to...
Marina N. says "Micaiah is very experienced and was great with our 5 month old daughter. I would hire her again in a heartbeat had she not moved out of Nashville!"
Amy L. says "Hannah is an absolutely fantastic babysitter. Her enthusiasm, creativity, kindness, and boundless energy is a dream come true for kids and parents alike....
Care Member says "Cindy is a kind, knowledgeable, generous soul. She always followed our instructions and cared for our child the way we intended. Cindy never hesitated...
Child care centers in Grand Rapids, MI
ANDREW B. says "Little Scholars II Daycare is a great local option with a warm, welcoming environment for children. The staff is incredibly organized."
Julie W. says "Best care you can ask for, my son loves going here, Owner and staff sincerely care about your child"
770 Kenmoor Ave SE Suite 100 Grand Rapids, MI
Tia K. says "Cascade Appletree- my daughter attended for two years, full days 5 days a week. This was the most wonderful experience! I cannot even begin to express my...
Christina K. says "We have a spectacular relationship with Goddard. They are diligent and really focus on learning for your child. They also let you know exactly how your...
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869 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.78/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8
Child Care Providers in Grand Rapids, MI are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 209 reviews of the 867 listed child care providers
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Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $17.78 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
Care.com currently has 715 child care providers near you in Grand Rapids, MI. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Grand Rapids, MI and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Grand Rapids, MI that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Grand Rapids, MI, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Grand Rapids, MI and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.