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Traverse City's Premier Daycare Home

Buds and Blooms daycare specializes in daycare for infants to 5 years old. We provide a loving and safe environment for children to learn, play and grow. We have over 30+ years of experience in providing care. We are conveniently located in Traverse City, off Garfield Ave. near the Cherryland Plaza. Please contact us for questions or to find out more about our services and availability!

WE ARE HIRING.... Daycare Assistant Position Available

We are currently looking to hire a dependable and caring Daycare Assistant to join our team!

Position Details: 30–40 hours per week, no nights, weekends, or holidays, and competitve pay.

Requirements: Dependable transportation, loves working with children, team player, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, reliable and punctual, and must pass a background check.

This is a great opportunity to work in a positive, supportive environment with consistent daytime hours.

For more information please call  231-935-4738. 




"Testimonials"

The staff takes the kids in as though they are family...
“Buds and Blooms is one of the best daycare in TC. The staff takes the kids in as though they are family. The kids learn, play, and grow every day.”
Michelle MarshTraverse City, MI
I felt very confident, as a first-time mom, leaving my girls with Buds and Blooms
“Twenty-two years ago, my daughter, O’Malley, was Mary Jo’s very first daycare child. Two years later, she took in my second daughter. We still keep in touch and are very much a part of each other’s lives after all these years. I felt very confident, as a first-time mom, leaving my girls with Buds and Blooms.”
Shelly KingTraverse City, MI
My son Brody considers Mary Jo like she is family!
My son Brody considers Mary Jo like she is family! She has a very structured and educational approach to daycare! I would highly recommend Buds and Blooms to anyone looking for quality daycare!
Kelly STraverse City
Can’t say enough good things!
“Our daughter loves Mary Jo and going to daycare with her and Donna! I’m not sure I could go to work if we hadn’t found this daycare. Can’t say enough good things!”
Vicky PackTraverse City, MI
Appreciation and Peace of Mind
I cannot express the appreciation and peace of mind we had sending our daughter to Mary Jo’s program.  This was our first experience with childcare and I was comfortable immediately!  Our daughter came home happy every day after playing and learning at Mary Jo’s.  A change in jobs meant a change in childcare for us and we will miss and always be grateful for the time our daughter spent there!  Highly Recommend!
Highly Recommend!Traverse City, MI
I’d recommend Buds & Blooms to everyone.  The owner Mary Jo is wonderful – she’s professional and very organized, yet easygoing and accommodating to each family’s specific needs.  She and her two helpers are so kind and caring, and my daughter loves them.  They provide a solid structure with daily routines and educational lessons, alongside plenty of creativity and playtime including songs, crafts, outside walks and play in the backyard (which is a child’s dream playground).  I have only positive feedback on our time with Buds & Blooms and will always be grateful for our experience with them. Becky
The staff at Buds and Blooms is like family to us...
“I couldn’t ask for a better daycare for my daughter. The staff at Buds and Blooms is like family to us. Our daughter looks forward to the days when she goes to “Mary Jo’s house”. Thank you Buds and Blooms for making the transition on being a working mom so easy on both my daughter and mom.
Teresa NicholsTraverse City, MI
I was so nervous about sending my first baby to daycare.
I was so nervous about sending my first baby to daycare. I had called many places, and they were either full or I didn’t want to send my kid there! I finally called Mary Jo and told myself that if she was full, I was going to have to quit my job. Sure enough, she had a spot. All three of our kids have gone to Mary Jo’s. I have always been 110% satisfied with their care. I even went to Mary Jo when my son was born for advice on how to get him to sleep! She takes such good care of the kids. It is awesome not having to feel nervous about having your kids in daycare. She teaches them so much! They have all learned their letters, songs, alphabet, etc. I know my oldest daughter even learned state capitals there! Mary Jo is awesome. I am going to miss going there when I don’t have kids there anymore. All of our kids talk about all the fun things they did there and her yummy food, too!! Please feel free to reach out to her for my info if you would want to talk in person and hear how great she is. 🙂
Vicky PTraverse City
Drew has a few extra medical requirements...
“Mary Jo and Donna take amazing care of my son. Drew has a few extra medical requirements, and he is cared for very well. My son loves going there every morning.”
Donna BarrTraverse City, MI
I am so happy I was referred
“I never once had to worry about the professional care and love my girls received when they were with Mary Jo. Selecting a good daycare can be very stressful. I am so happy I was referred to her and now I refer my friends. My kids are in school now, but have wonderful memories of their time with Mary Jo.”
Jackie ReamerTraverse City, MI
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