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208 Daycare Centers in Birmingham, Alabama

Browse all 208 daycare centers in Birmingham, Alabama. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Birmingham

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.

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    3775 Crosshaven Drive, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Birmingham is highly praised by families as a welcoming and inclusive faith community. Parents consistently highlight the warm, loving atmosphere and strong sense of community across all ages. The facility is noted for its excellent preschool program and commitment to acceptance regardless of background or faith journey.

    welcoming and inclusive environmentstrong community atmosphereexcellent preschool programcaring clergy
  2. 2

    225 Centerview Drive, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mountaintop Community Church is a non-denominational Christian facility founded in 1992 that serves over 2,000 members. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere where visitors and long-time attendees alike feel like family. The church is recognized for its contemporary worship, community involvement, and spiritual growth resources.

    warm and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereinclusive communitystrong spiritual foundation
  3. 3

    5125 Sicard Hollow Road, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Grace UMC is a welcoming United Methodist congregation in Birmingham that focuses on family, community, and faith-based learning. Parents consistently praise the inclusive, non-judgmental environment and strong leadership under Pastor Wade. The church offers programs for all ages including nursery, children's church, and family events.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentPastor Wade's relevant and scriptural sermonsstrong sense of community and familyquality music programs
  4. 4

    328 Robison Drive, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    This facility is primarily a religious worship center rather than a daycare. Reviews praise the church's worship experience, pastoral leadership, and welcoming community atmosphere. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed strong satisfaction with their spiritual experience.

    Inspiring worship and praiseimpactful sermons from Pastor Harriswelcoming communityinclusive for all ages
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    151 Covenant Way, Birmingham, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be for Covenant Community Church, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and sense of community. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and recommend the organization.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentcaring pastorstrong sense of community and familyChrist-centered teachings
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    2725 24th Street Sw, Birmingham, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Canaan Land Learning Enrichment Center as an excellent daycare facility. All reviewers highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, exceptional cleanliness, and strong academic curriculum. Children show developmental progress and parents report their kids are happy and eager to attend.

    Warm and friendly staffDirector Ms. Vivian highly praisedClean and organized facilityAcademic-focused curriculum
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    Christian Life Church
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    2490 Valleydale Road, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Christian Life Church in Birmingham is highly regarded for its welcoming atmosphere, diverse congregation, and strong children's ministry program. Parents consistently praise the pastoral leadership, worship services, and sense of community. The facility's security and check-in/check-out processes were specifically noted as reliable.

    welcoming atmospherediverse and inclusive communityexcellent children's ministryengaging worship services
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    700 - 23rd Avenue Nw, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Rebirth Christian Fellowship Church receives unanimous 5-star ratings from visitors who praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual environment, and pastor Taylor's relatable messaging. Attendees consistently report feeling inspired, appreciated, and refreshed by the worship experience and sense of community.

    Welcoming environmentrelatable pastorspirit-filled atmospherequality sermons
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    2541 Rocky Ridge Road, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mountain Chapel United Methodist Church offers MDO (Mother's Day Out) and preschool programs that parents praise for quality curriculum, affordability, and welcoming community. Reviewers highlight the church's friendly congregation, strong children's ministries, and the lasting friendships formed through their programs.

    affordable pricinggood curriculumfriendly congregationquality children's and preschool programs
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    3405 Brookwood Road, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church in Birmingham operates a preschool program that parents praise highly. Reviews highlight the welcoming community, friendly staff, and quality educational programs. The facility is noted for its beautiful grounds and family-oriented atmosphere.

    welcoming congregationfriendly stafftop-notch preschool programbeautiful facility and grounds

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Birmingham based on parent reviews

St. Stephen'S Episcopal Church

5(20)

3775 Crosshaven Drive, Birmingham, AL

St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Birmingham is highly praised by families as a welcoming and inclusive faith community. Parents consistently highlight the warm, loving atmosphere and strong sense of community across all ages. The facility is noted for its excellent preschool program and commitment to acceptance regardless of background or faith journey.

welcoming and inclusive environmentstrong community atmosphereexcellent preschool program

Mountaintop Community Church

5(20)

225 Centerview Drive, Birmingham, AL

Mountaintop Community Church is a non-denominational Christian facility founded in 1992 that serves over 2,000 members. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere where visitors and long-time attendees alike feel like family. The church is recognized for its contemporary worship, community involvement, and spiritual growth resources.

warm and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereinclusive community

Grace - A United Methodist Congregation

5(20)

5125 Sicard Hollow Road, Birmingham, AL

Grace UMC is a welcoming United Methodist congregation in Birmingham that focuses on family, community, and faith-based learning. Parents consistently praise the inclusive, non-judgmental environment and strong leadership under Pastor Wade. The church offers programs for all ages including nursery, children's church, and family events.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentPastor Wade's relevant and scriptural sermonsstrong sense of community and family

Agape Worship Ministries Church

5(14)

328 Robison Drive, Birmingham, AL

This facility is primarily a religious worship center rather than a daycare. Reviews praise the church's worship experience, pastoral leadership, and welcoming community atmosphere. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed strong satisfaction with their spiritual experience.

Inspiring worship and praiseimpactful sermons from Pastor Harriswelcoming community

Covenant Community Ch. - Homewood

4.9(20)

151 Covenant Way, Birmingham, AL

Note: Reviews appear to be for Covenant Community Church, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and sense of community. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and recommend the organization.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentcaring pastorstrong sense of community and family

Canaan Land Learning Enrichment Center

4.9(20)

2725 24th Street Sw, Birmingham, AL

Parents consistently praise Canaan Land Learning Enrichment Center as an excellent daycare facility. All reviewers highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, exceptional cleanliness, and strong academic curriculum. Children show developmental progress and parents report their kids are happy and eager to attend.

Warm and friendly staffDirector Ms. Vivian highly praisedClean and organized facility

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Daycare Centers in Birmingham, Alabama

There are 208 daycare centers in Birmingham, Alabama. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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

All Daycare Centers in Birmingham

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Einstein'S Playground
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Einstein's Playground receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the facility's clean, safe environment and engaged teaching staff. Parents report their children excel academically and behaviorally, learning new concepts daily with a curriculum that includes religious education. The center is described as an exemplary daycare with loving, attentive caregivers.

Clean and well-maintained facilityengaged and helpful teachersstrong academic curriculum
Address
100 Derby Parkway, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 451-1750
His Kids Academy LLC
Church Daycare
5
Address
2200 Alton Rd, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 957-0074
Bethel Missionary Bap. Ch. - Glen Iris
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
1115 - 11th Street South, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 798-0371
Fellowship Bible Church
Church Daycare
5

Fellowship Bible Church in Birmingham receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and members. Reviewers praise the pastor's biblical teaching, welcoming community atmosphere, and focus on spiritual growth and children's programs. Parents appreciate the church's emphasis on God's word and its family-oriented ministry.

Pastor's teaching and biblical instructionwelcoming and friendly communitychildren's church and bible study programs
Address
341 Roebuck Drive, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 281-2997
Agape Worship Ministries Church
Church Daycare
5

This facility is primarily a religious worship center rather than a daycare. Reviews praise the church's worship experience, pastoral leadership, and welcoming community atmosphere. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed strong satisfaction with their spiritual experience.

Inspiring worship and praiseimpactful sermons from Pastor Harriswelcoming community
Address
328 Robison Drive, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 838-5474
Sunnybrook Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1560 Bessemer Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 925-0964
University Of Tots INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1325 Alford Avenue, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 823-3340
House Of Prayer And Praise Church
Church Daycare
5
Address
3945 Vanderbilt Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(851) 761-8752
Meadow Lane Day Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2905 Avenue U, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 781-0249
Peggy'S Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2130 31st Street Sw, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 925-2177
Now Faith Ministry
Church Daycare
5
Address
1901 Woodland Avenue Sw, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 218-9483
In Christ We Serve Ministries
Church Daycare
5
Address
1538 Huffman Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 856-5567
Happy Tots
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Happy Tots receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff and positive environment. Parents report their children are eager to attend and feel loved while in care. The facility is described as clean with staff who demonstrate genuine passion for working with children.

Caring and loving staffchildren eager to attendclean facility
Address
421 Azalea Way, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 520-9814
Jcceo Fairmont Head Start Ctr
Headstart Programs
5
Address
4217 Lewisburg Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 841-1307
Hudson'S 1st Class Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1712 3rd Ave West, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 788-6777
Jcceo Head Start Festival Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
6701 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 599-6400
First Church Early Learning Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
518 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 251-6059
God'S House Kindergarten
Church Daycare
5
Address
4660 Caldwell Mill Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 967-0680
Mountain Chapel United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
5

Mountain Chapel United Methodist Church offers MDO (Mother's Day Out) and preschool programs that parents praise for quality curriculum, affordability, and welcoming community. Reviewers highlight the church's friendly congregation, strong children's ministries, and the lasting friendships formed through their programs.

affordable pricinggood curriculumfriendly congregation
Address
2541 Rocky Ridge Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 822-0049
New Horizon
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
200 Oporto Madrid Blvd., Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 637-0773
Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church
Church Daycare
5
Address
1421 Bessemer Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 929-4726
Saint Mark Early Learning Center And 5k
Church Daycare
5
Address
2901 Columbiana Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 822-1312
Whiz Kidz Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1820 Bessemer Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 923-0123
St. Stephen'S Episcopal Church
Church Daycare
5

St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Birmingham is highly praised by families as a welcoming and inclusive faith community. Parents consistently highlight the warm, loving atmosphere and strong sense of community across all ages. The facility is noted for its excellent preschool program and commitment to acceptance regardless of background or faith journey.

welcoming and inclusive environmentstrong community atmosphereexcellent preschool program
Address
3775 Crosshaven Drive, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 967-6317
Kidz 2 Learning And Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4511 Avenue P, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 788-5891
Mountaintop Community Church
Church Daycare
5

Mountaintop Community Church is a non-denominational Christian facility founded in 1992 that serves over 2,000 members. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere where visitors and long-time attendees alike feel like family. The church is recognized for its contemporary worship, community involvement, and spiritual growth resources.

warm and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereinclusive community
Address
225 Centerview Drive, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 776-8020
Washington Outreach Min. - Site II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1445 - Forestdale Blvd., Suite 105, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 798-6202
Grace - A United Methodist Congregation
Church Daycare
5

Grace UMC is a welcoming United Methodist congregation in Birmingham that focuses on family, community, and faith-based learning. Parents consistently praise the inclusive, non-judgmental environment and strong leadership under Pastor Wade. The church offers programs for all ages including nursery, children's church, and family events.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentPastor Wade's relevant and scriptural sermonsstrong sense of community and family
Address
5125 Sicard Hollow Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 639-1388
Bryant'S Fountain Of Love Church
Church Daycare
5
Address
2130 31st Ave N, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 306-4050
New Assembly Church Ministries - Site 2
Church Daycare
5
Address
7020 - 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 283-7862

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Frequently asked questions

There are 208 all daycares in Birmingham, Alabama. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Birmingham, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Alabama's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Alabama)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Birmingham offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 95 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 101 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Alabama 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 Birmingham for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Birmingham must be licensed by Alabama'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.