Family owned since 1995 · Burton, Michigan

A place to belong. Curiosity, connection, childhood.

Doodle Bugs nurtures curious, confident, and joyful learners in a safe, loving, and intentionally designed home away from home, for infants through preschool.

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Great Start to Quality · Enhancing Quality–Validated (4 stars)

A young child painting with a brush at a table covered in color
Plants and Doodle Bugs letter blocks on shelves in our classroom
Hours6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Monday through Friday
AgesInfants to preschoolFour classrooms, grouped by stage
MealsBreakfast, lunch & snackHomemade and included
Quality4-star ratedGreat Start to Quality
A child painting watercolor leaves at a sunny table

Our philosophy

The art of learning

We are newly inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, a child-centered philosophy that views children as capable, curious, and active participants in their own learning.

  • Teachers act as guides and partners, encouraging children to ask questions, explore ideas, and make discoveries.
  • Learning happens through hands-on experiences, play, and exploration rather than rote instruction.
  • Children's interests help shape the curriculum, making learning meaningful and engaging.
  • The classroom is the "third teacher," thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity and creativity.

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Our programs

A classroom for every stage

Our classrooms are designed around children's needs and developmental stages, from a baby's first explorations to getting ready for kindergarten.

Our infant room with cribs, a soft climber, and a sensory floor
Infants

Baby Bugs

A nurturing, responsive room where babies feel safe and explore at their own pace.
Toddler room with a wooden climbing loft and slide
Young toddlers & toddlers

Little Crawlers & Caterpillars

Walking, talking, and first friendships, with plenty of time to play.
Early preschool room with a woven rug, tree-stump seats, and a red table
Early preschool

Cozy Cocoons

Big ideas and hands-on exploration, in a room for children still toilet training.
Books and toy dinosaurs on a wooden table in the preschool room
Preschool

Bright Butterflies

Confidence, independence, and readiness for kindergarten in a play-based program.

Why families choose Doodle Bugs

Thoughtful spaces, caring people

Nutritious meals included

Homemade breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack with fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

Teachers who stay

Experienced teachers who stay and grow with us, with ongoing training.

Secure, controlled entry

Advanced security and controlled-access doors, plus authorized-pickup checks.

Room to grow

Spacious, newly renovated classrooms and outdoor play areas.

Easy drop-off

Ample parking for quick drop-off and pick-up.

The Playground app

Photos, updates, messaging, sign-in and out, lesson plans, and billing in one place.

Preschool classroom with a circle of tree-stump seats
A toy alligator on a tree-stump seat
Hands-on activity wall with gears, beads, and a xylophone
Plants and letter blocks on classroom shelves
Wooden climbing loft in the toddler room

From our kitchen

At the table

Good food, familiar favorites, and a place in the rhythm of the day. Our menu rotates every four weeks and is made from scratch with whole ingredients.

See the full 4-week menu

The Doodle Bugs building and sign on Davison Road in winter

Come see us

Visit Doodle Bugs

Tour our classrooms, meet our team, and ask every question you have. We would love to meet your family.

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