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We have 60 daycares in Dexter, MI! Compare and find the best daycare to fit your needs.

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Harvest Elemtary

11665 Locust Lane Whitmore Lake, MI

7 mi

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Apple Playschools

2664 Miller Rd Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Kindergarten
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Our Mission: To provide progressive early education for young children in order to facilitate future social responsibility, diversity, global and environmental awareness through multicultural exposure, nature play, outdoor learning, collaborative community involvement, and language immersion. The Apple Playschools Advantage: Our preschools and kindergarten are play-based and Reggio-inspired. We believe children have many ways of expressing themselves and that they learn better when connecting new information to their interests through play. Our teachers are co-learners and collaborators, who are constantly learning about our children and best practices in early education through documentation, reflection, and ongoing professional development. Our non-profit organization supports the social justice branches of respecting authentic childhood, collaborative community involvement, inclusion & equality, environmental education and stewardship, and global citizenship through community events and partnerships, continuing education classes, and scholarship programs. We believe in the power of PLAY!
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Cuddle Creek Childcare

3445 Ferry Street Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

Cuddle Creek Childcare is a diverse, family owned business providing a nurturing environment for children ages 6 weeks and up. We understand the challenge of finding trusted care for your child while you are away; we also value the importance of a comfortable, home-like setting-where established routines are key and everyone learns through the human experience. We believe play is a child's work, we believe in respect for all and a child's right to be included, and we believe that all children can be successful members of society in some fashion. Our family is a myriad of diversity: inter-racial adoption, domestic partnership, special needs, rescue pets, etc. We feel strongly that our unique home-life is a true representation of the world around us, on a micro-level. In addition to the typical child care experiences such as learning to share, achieving developmental milestones, problem solving, teamwork, etc., at Cuddle Creek, your child will witness and practice tolerance, acceptance, kindness, compassion, personal responsibility, self-affirmation, and a host of other invaluable life-skills. Cuddle Creek Child Care uses the Attachment Theory in our practices with all children. We do not use time-outs or punitive consequences at any time. Our staff have found that redirection and adult support is the most successful approach to encouraging appropriate behaviors in older infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children. In our Infant program, we strive to emulate the routines and schedule you have set as parents, to nurture, protect, and build a secure relationship with your child. With over 35+ combined years of experience, we have come to know that a safe, trusting relationship between caregiver and child must be the foundation to all learning. Cuddle Creek Child Care provides 2 nutritious snacks daily, plus beverages (water, whole milk). Families are responsible to bring breakfast if applicable and lunch. Infant mealtimes will be discussed during the enrollment process. Families are asked to provide their own diapers only. As parents ourselves, we know that not all work schedules are typical-so we are proud to offer alternative hours of operation upon request, including weekend care consideration. We are here not only for your child, but to help you make parenthood a successful, enjoyable experience. It takes a village! Please call us to set up a visit today-we are always open to meeting new friends, and we hope you will decide to stay!
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A Child's Place

1217 Patricia Ave Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

Dear Families, Welcome to A Child's Place. My name is Pam and my goal is to provide quality care, nurturing, and guidance for your child. I want your child to feel comfortable and secure in a setting where he or she can grow socially, physically, and intellectually. For this to happen, I have created a safe, warm environment with developmentally stimulating activities. This is home-based childcare in a quiet, family-oriented Ann Arbor neighborhood. I am licensed by the state of Michigan to care for a maximum of 6 children at a time. I invite you to read further and find out more about A Child's Place. I look forward to getting to know your child and your family. Pam
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Green Apple Garden Playschool

2664 Miller Road Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

Special needs
International
Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
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Our Mission To provide progressive early education for young children in order to facilitate future social responsibility, diversity, global and environmental awareness though multicultural exposure, nature play, outdoor learning, collaborative community involvement and language immersion. Our Vision To foster the values of creativity, compassion, and global citizenship in young children, their families and communities.
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Discovery Center Inc

775 S Maple Rd Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
The Discovery Center has been located on the west side of Ann Arbor since its founding in 1974. Jacki Miller began her dream of providing high-quality early childhood programs at the center s original location on North Maple Road. In 1984, the center moved to its current facility on South Maple Road that was designed and built to house our programs. The new building gave us the opportunity to expand the center s offerings to three full-day preschool classrooms, a half-day preschool program, and a new kindergarten program. In 2003, we renovated and further expanded our facilities with the addition of a new large motor/gym space, basement storage area, larger parking lot, and fourth full-day preschool classroom. The Discovery Center has been an accredited program through the National Association for the Education of Young Children since 1993. The Miller family continues to own and operate The Discovery Center in collaboration with the administrative and teaching staff of the center.The mission of The Discovery Center is to provide a high-quality early childhood experience for young children. In order to achieve this, The Discovery Center strives to provide an environment where each child is able to approach optimum physical, social, emotional, aesthetic, and intellectual growth. The classroom environment encourages each child to explore "discovery centers" set up by the staff and to participate in a full range of activities occurring throughout the day. The program is enhanced by outside specialists who provide Spanish, music, and story telling enrichment activities. Our curriculum has been developed by our staff of professional educators to be consistent with the center s philosophy. Some areas of the curriculum stressed by The Discovery Center are dramatic play, creative art, music, science and nature, math activities, stories and books, self-help skills, world awareness, communication skills, creative movement, social/emotional skills, and outdoor play. Within this framework, the staff works toward providing an optimum amount of attention, affection, stimulation, independence, novelty, and choice of activities for each child. We offer both half day and full day preschool programs and young 5 program options.
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step by step early learning center

901 Patterson Lake Road Pinckney, MI

5.0(1)

8 mi

We are a family oriented child care center offering quality, affordable childcare to working families.

Scott Y says "We called Step By Step for last minute daycare for our two sons ages 6 months and 2 1/2. We instantly got that "warm fuzzy" feeling. Everyone was so nice...

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LINDA BOULARD

3695 Pheasant Dr Ann Arbor, MI

5.0(1)

7 mi

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LINDA BOULARD is an establishment situated in Ann Arbor, MI that is providing services for the students in the community. This child care organization currently admits young children in the surrounding neighborhood ranging from 0 to 204 months old. This child care started their operations in the year 1997 and is now having a maximum capacity of twelve students in their center.

Stacey says "This woman and those she employs has a deep passion for caring for children. It's obvious. She's spectacular. Not your average in home daycare--my daughter...

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Down On The Farm Day Care & Camp

6820 Farley Rd Pinckney, MI

8 mi

Child care
Preschool
Down On The Farm Day Care & Camp is a licensed and insured daycare facility located in Pinckney, Michigan that specializes in youngsters from birth and older. The center offers real life farm experiences and two quality programs to fit every child's needs.
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Dawn Alexander

13493 Sager Rd Chelsea, MI

7 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Dawn Alexander is a child care provider located in Chelsea, Michigan. It offers daycare and educational services focused on children's learning and well-being. It accepts infants up to twelve-year-old children. The center accepts a maximum capacity of six children. It operates Monday through Friday during daytime hours.
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Chelsea KinderCare

1580 COMMERCE PARK DR CHELSEA, MI

8 mi

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Lori Lynn Elenio

3055 Signature Blvd Apt A Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

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Lori Lynn Elenio in Ann Arbor, Michigan is a Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children. 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.
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Allen Creek Preschool

2350 Miller Ave Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

Child care
Preschool
Allen Creek Preschool in Ann Arbor, Michigan, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from toddler, preschool, pre-k, creative art, after school, summer class that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child and his/her physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth.
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Light of World Academy

1740 E M 36 Pinckney, MI

8 mi

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Light of World Academy, a ministry of the Shalom Lutheran Church, offers Montessori-based learning programs in a Christian environment. The company is based in Pinckney, Michigan and is open to kids three years old up to school age. Light of World Academy’s programs use a highly individualized approach to support each child’s growth and education.
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422 Hickory Bluff Lane Chelsea, MI

2.5(2)

7 mi

Child care home. Cpr certified/Infection control.

Melissa H. says "Teresa daycare is very warm and welcoming. She is good for the community of Chelsea."

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Susan Marie Push

620 Allison Dr Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

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Susan Marie Push is a child care establishment conveniently located on 620 Allison Dr, Ann Arbor, MI. Their center provides different kinds of day care services and activities that promotes the physical, mental, and emotional growth and development of their students.
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Tender Lovin Childcare

716 W Middle St Chelsea, MI

7 mi

Child care
Tender Lovin Childcare is a licensed childcare provider located at 716 W Middle Street, Chelsea, Michigan. It offers daytime childcare services to a maximum of six children in a safe secure and nurturing environment. This childcare facility develops children's physical, social and intellectual skills through age-appropriate and hands-on activities that also enhance creativity and positive self-esteem.
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Little Folks Corner

4850 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Little Folks Corner in Ann Arbor, MI offers an enriching, secure, loving, and warm atmosphere in a unique setting where the children have fun while growing and learning. This child care organization provides hands-on activities that include weather, gardening, hiking, and insects. This child care establishment measures the children's cognitive, social, and emotional development.
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DEANNA'S DAYCARE

515 Five Mile Rd Whitmore Lake, MI

7 mi

Child care
Deanna's Daycare in Whitmore Lake, Michigan is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 4 children. 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.
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Gretchen's House

700 Mt. Vernon Ann Arbor, MI

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
This neighborhood Gretchen's House offers care for preschoolers and young fives, plus before and afterschool care. We are located one half block from Eberwhite Elementary and from our "sister" center at 721 Mt. Pleasant where infants and toddlers are cared for.
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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Dexter, MI

Daycares in Dexter, MI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

step by step early learning center

We called Step By Step for last minute daycare for our two sons ages 6 months and 2 1/2. We instantly got that "warm fuzzy" feeling....

- Scott Y

LINDA BOULARD

This woman and those she employs has a deep passion for caring for children. It's obvious. She's spectacular. Not your average in home...

- Stacey

Child Care

Teresa daycare is very warm and welcoming. She is good for the community of Chelsea.

- Melissa H.

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Dexter, MI

Daycare centers near you in Dexter, MI offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Dexter, MI provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Dexter, MI for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Dexter, MI include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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