Children at daycare

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Paw Paw, MI

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Paw Paw. Average rating: 4.9/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Paw Paw, Michigan at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.9/5
Parent reviews
14
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Paw Paw offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.9/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 49079 zip code, averaging 4.9 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Paw Paw

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.

  1. 1
    Trinity Lutheran Tlc
    4.49 score
    4.7(12)

    725 Pine St Modular And Elem Bld, Paw Paw, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    Trinity Lutheran TLC is a church-based educational facility offering programs from infancy through 8th grade. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, strong faith-based education, and safe environment. The pastor and staff receive high marks for their teaching and engagement with families.

    Faith-based educationsafe environmentwelcoming communityexcellent pastoral leadership

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Paw Paw

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.85avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Paw Paw zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
490796
4.9
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Paw Paw (20–200 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Paw Paw based on parent reviews

Trinity Lutheran Tlc

4.7(12)

725 Pine St Modular And Elem Bld, Paw Paw, MI

Trinity Lutheran TLC is a church-based educational facility offering programs from infancy through 8th grade. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, strong faith-based education, and safe environment. The pastor and staff receive high marks for their teaching and engagement with families.

Faith-based educationsafe environmentwelcoming community

Kid Builders West

5(2)

29480 Red Arrow Hwy, Paw Paw, MI

Parents highlight the staff's genuine care and active involvement, noting that their daughter is excited to attend and feels safe despite food allergies. Reviewers also appreciate the consistently clean facility and the pleasant environment created by the dedicated team.

Staff care and involvementallergy managementchild enthusiasm

Map

Daycare types in Paw Paw

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Paw Paw, Michigan

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Paw Paw, Michigan, making up 50% 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 Paw Paw have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 14 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Paw Paw

Showing 3 results

Kid Builders West
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff's genuine care and active involvement, noting that their daughter is excited to attend and feels safe despite food allergies. Reviewers also appreciate the consistently clean facility and the pleasant environment created by the dedicated team.

Staff care and involvementallergy managementchild enthusiasm
Address
29480 Red Arrow Hwy, Paw Paw, MI
Phone
(269) 823-2157
Trinity Lutheran Tlc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Trinity Lutheran TLC is a church-based educational facility offering programs from infancy through 8th grade. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, strong faith-based education, and safe environment. The pastor and staff receive high marks for their teaching and engagement with families.

Faith-based educationsafe environmentwelcoming community
Address
725 Pine St Modular And Elem Bld, Paw Paw, MI
Phone
(269) 657-5921
Paw Paw Gsrp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
555 Cedar St., Paw Paw, MI
Phone
(269) 415-5710

Page 1 of 1· 3 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Paw Paw, 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 Paw Paw have an average Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Paw Paw, 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
Paw Paw offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Paw Paw for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Paw Paw 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.