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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Houghton, MI

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Houghton. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Houghton, Michigan at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Houghton offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 49931 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Houghton

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    2000 Woodmar Drive, Houghton, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents consistently praise Michigan Tech Preschool for its caring and dedicated staff, well-rounded curriculum, and nurturing environment. Children have shown strong adjustment and enthusiasm for attending, with families noting significant positive development in academics and social skills. Multiple parents with multiple children have returned to the facility, indicating high satisfaction.

    Caring and dedicated stafftop-notch facilitieswell-rounded curriculum balancing academics and social developmentplay-based learning approach

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Houghton

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Houghton, based on parent reviews

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Houghton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
499316
5
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Houghton (20–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Houghton, Michigan

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Houghton, Michigan, making up 67% of the 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Houghton have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Houghton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Houghton, Michigan, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Houghton have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Houghton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Michigan's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Michigan)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Houghton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Michigan typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Houghton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Houghton must be licensed by Michigan's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.