The Green Garden Child Development Center

The Green Garden Child Development Center Rooted in play and relationships. A place where children are known, valued, and free to grow. We will serve food that is organic and local food when possible.

Green Garden has several convenient locations in Southeast Oakland County

21135 John R Road in Hazel Park, 248-544-7336.

1123 East Woodward Heights in Hazel Park, 248-439-0577

380 W. 11 Mile Road in Madison Heights, 248-548-4447.

10495 W 11 Mile Road in Huntington Woods, 248-548-0290

It is the mission of Green Garden to provide excellent child care in an environment free from harmful toxins a

nd dangerous chemicals. Everything we do from cooking to cleaning, playing to learning is carefully planned and designed to be earth friendly. We believe it is our responsibility to care for our Earth and preserve it's precious resources for our children. We are proud to furnish our center with toys that are made from natural items, recycled, or otherwise earth-friendly. We promise to use only natural and biodegradable cleaning products all throughout our facility. We gladly accept cloth diapers, glass bottles, and expressed breast milk. Some of our green actions include: purchasing used or repurposed items whenever possible, buying new products made primarily of renewable materials, using recycled paper products, limiting plastics and NEVER cook with them, and recycling/composting as much of our waste as possible.

08/28/2026

According to the Kids — Day Four. 💚

Ms. Ivy and Leo.

That’s the answer. That’s what he loves. And honestly, that’s the whole point.

Children tell us where they feel connected by naming the people they expect to find there.

The teacher who knows them.

The friend they look for.

The people who turn a building into their school.

Programs matter. Environments matter. Curriculum matters.

But childhood is built through relationships.

08/27/2026

According to the Kids — Day Three. 💚

“I love my teachers. I love my friends every day.”

She didn’t name a classroom, a lesson, or a special event.

She named her people.

Because before children can explore, take risks, solve problems, or learn something new, they need to know they belong.

A trusted teacher. A familiar friend. A place where someone is genuinely happy to see them.

That isn’t separate from learning.

That’s where learning begins.

08/26/2026

According to the Kids — Day Two. 💚

Small group. Group time. Reading time.

We spend a lot of time explaining the intention behind a child’s day—but sometimes children tell the story better than we ever could.

They notice the familiar rhythms. They remember the moments when everyone gathers. They know which parts make them feel included, interested, and ready to participate.

The best learning doesn’t always need to look impressive.

Sometimes it looks like a child who genuinely cannot wait for reading time. 🌱

08/25/2026

Who better to tell you what Green Garden is really like than the kids who spend their days here? 💚

With the new school year starting next week, we’re handing the microphone to our most honest experts.

No scripts. No polished answers. Just the kids telling us what they love about their school.

According to the Kids — Day One:

Snacks. Lunch. Toys. Books. All the bikes. Ms. Amanda.

Honestly? A very thorough review. 😂

But what we love most is that she doesn’t describe school as somewhere she has to go. She describes a place filled with favorite things, familiar people, and experiences she looks forward to.

That’s exactly how childhood should feel.

Green Garden families—ask your child what they love about school and leave their answer below. 🌱

Don’t let that cool morning air fool ya… it looks like we may still hit 80° today! ☀️The sun hats will be on, the stroll...
08/25/2026

Don’t let that cool morning air fool ya… it looks like we may still hit 80° today! ☀️

The sun hats will be on, the strollers will be rolling, and we’ll be soaking up every bit of summer August still has left to give.

Michigan may be hinting at fall—but we’re not putting summer away just yet. 🌿

What are children building when they play outside every day?Strong bodies. Bigger imaginations. Better judgment. Real co...
08/20/2026

What are children building when they play outside every day?

Strong bodies. Bigger imaginations. Better judgment. Real confidence.

Outside, children encounter challenges that cannot be recreated on a worksheet. They climb, balance, experiment, negotiate, create, take manageable risks, and decide what to try next.

A stick becomes a tool.
A stump becomes a stage.
A pile of rocks becomes a plan.

This is why outdoor play isn’t a break from learning—it is essential to it.

Not daycare. Childhood. 🌿

BREAKING NEWS: Two Huntington Woods preschoolers are about to have a very good year. 🗞️🌿Green Garden Huntington Woods ha...
08/19/2026

BREAKING NEWS: Two Huntington Woods preschoolers are about to have a very good year. 🗞️🌿

Green Garden Huntington Woods has just TWO openings remaining in our FREE GSRP preschool classroom for the 2026–27 school year.

The two children who claim them can expect:

🌿 Plenty of time outside
🪨 Mud, sand, rocks and wonderfully messy discoveries
🪴 Nature woven into everyday learning
💚 Teachers who understand that connection comes first
🎨 Hands-on experiences—not worksheets
🧠 Social-emotional learning that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond
✨ A full year of being known, trusted and encouraged

The tuition? Completely free.

The childhood? Exactly what it should be.

Children must be 4 years old—or turn 4 by December 1, 2026.

There are only two seats. Share this with the Huntington Woods family who needs to see it, or message us today for enrollment information.

Not daycare—childhood.

08/19/2026

LAUREN! Sthaaap it right now. 🥹

Conscious Discipline® has entered the infant room chat—and our hearts cannot handle it.

This is an I Love You Ritual: a simple, intentional interaction using eye contact, touch, presence, and playfulness to build connection and safety.

To a baby, this moment says:

I see you.
I am here.
You are safe.
You are loved.

These tiny moments aren’t separate from learning. They create the secure foundation that makes learning possible.

Just look at that smile. 💚

Not daycare—childhood.

🐔 Okay… but WHY does Green Garden have chickens?! 🌱Have you ever wondered what it would be like to send your child to Gr...
08/14/2026

🐔 Okay… but WHY does Green Garden have chickens?! 🌱

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to send your child to Green Garden? Or seen our chickens and thought, “Wait… do they ACTUALLY have chickens?”

Yes. Yes, we do! 🐔💚

And we’d love to show you what makes Green Garden so special at our Open House!

📅 Thursday, August 19
⏰ 6:15–7:15 PM
📍 Madison Heights | 380 W. 11 Mile Rd.

✨ Meet our enrollment specialists
✨ Talk with the teachers who bring our program to life every day
✨ Learn about our nature-based approach
✨ See how we support social-emotional development through child-led, open-ended play
✨ Learn about our inclusive nutrition program designed for all types of eaters

Come see for yourself what makes Green Garden more than just a childcare center. 🌿💚

We’ll see you there! 🐔🌱

🌱 At Green Garden, the garden isn't just something we look at—it’s something we grow. 🥕🍓Our preschoolers experience the ...
08/13/2026

🌱 At Green Garden, the garden isn't just something we look at—it’s something we grow. 🥕🍓

Our preschoolers experience the entire garden-to-table journey. They plant seeds, water and care for their growing fruits and vegetables, watch them change over time, harvest what they've grown, and—when possible—enjoy it right at the table.

And that's what makes our program so special.

We aren't simply teaching children that plants need sunlight and water. They're experiencing it. They're learning patience because their food doesn't grow overnight. They're learning responsibility because their plants depend on them. They're learning science by observing growth, weather, insects, and soil. They're learning about nutrition by seeing exactly where their food comes from.

Most importantly, they're building a connection with nature that goes far beyond a lesson plan.

At Green Garden, childhood is hands-on. Learning is real. And sometimes, the best classroom is a garden. 🌻💚

🌱 Plant it. Grow it. Harvest it. Learn from it.

Address

380 W. 11 Mile Road
Royal Oak, MI
48071

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

Telephone

+12484794871

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