Oakland Early Learning Center in Portage, Michigan
Where young learners are nurtured, inspired, and encouraged to grow!
Oakland Early Learning Center (formerly Oakland Child Development Center) provides high-quality childcare and early learning for children from birth through age 12. Located on the cozy, wooded Oakland Campus in Portage, Michigan, we offer a warm, family-centered environment grounded in care, curiosity, and whole-child development.
Schedule a tour to experience the environment, meet our dedicated staff, and see why families trust Oakland Early Learning Center.
A Trusted Early Learning Center Serving Portage Families
Oakland Early Learning Center has been a trusted part of the Portage community since 1998. Formerly the Oakland Child Development Center, our program continues a long-standing tradition of nurturing, developmentally appropriate early childhood education in a welcoming setting.
We serve families with full-day care for infants through preschoolers, as well as before- and after-school care, summer programs, and school break care for older children. Our dedicated staff and small-campus feel create a sense of belonging that supports each child’s growth and confidence.
What Sets Us Apart
GSRP | MICHIGAN PREK FOR ALL
Free preschool for every Portage
4-year old.
Oakland Early Learning Center now offers Michigan's Great Start Readiness Program — a full day of high‑quality preschool with no tuition, inside the Oakland Academy building. Every family is welcome to apply.
AGES
COST
DAYS
WHERE
4 years old
Turns 4 by Dec 1, 2026
100% Tuition-FreeN
No tuition or fees
Mon-Thurs, full day
Before & after care available
6325 Oakland Dr.
Portage, MI
Located on the Oakland Campus in Portage, MI
Come in for a tour!
We encourage all families to begin the enrollment process with an in-person tour. Visiting the center, meeting our teachers, and seeing our classrooms helps families feel confident in choosing the right early learning environment for their child.
Oakland Early Learning Center is located on the wooded Oakland Campus in Portage, Michigan. Our calm, secure environment supports exploration, connection, and whole-child development while remaining conveniently located for local families.