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Best Daycare Centers in Calera, AL

Compare 8 daycare centers in Calera. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Calera, Alabama at a glance

Daycares
8
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
52
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Calera has 8 licensed daycares with 52 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.50% are church daycare, the dominant program type in Calera.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Calera

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.

  1. 1
    The Gathering Place Church
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    6107 Highway 31 North, Calera, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    The Gathering Place Church in Calera, Alabama receives consistently positive feedback focused primarily on worship experience, pastoral leadership, and community atmosphere. While most reviews emphasize the church service itself rather than daycare-specific details, one parent specifically praised the daycare as 'awesome.' The facility is described as welcoming, modern, and fostering a strong sense of community.

    Contemporary worship styleengaging pastors (Ben and Howard)welcoming community atmospherefeels like family/home
  2. 2
    School For Amazing Kids Calera
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    53 Leah Lane, Calera, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    School for Amazing Kids Calera receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff who treat children like their own, the clean and safe facility, and the strong developmental progress their children make. The center is noted for supporting children of all abilities and offering additional family services.

    Warm and caring staffchild development and learning outcomesclean and organized facilitysafety
  3. 3
    Young Impressions Child Care II
    3.65 score
    3.5(12)

    1208 5th Avenue, Calera, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Young Impressions Child Care II in Calera receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents about staff care and learning opportunities, but serious concerns raised by others regarding behavioral support, communication, facility operations, and inconsistent policies. While many parents report positive experiences with their children thriving, some report significant issues with handling of children with behavioral challenges and unexpected facility closures.

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Calera

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Calera, based on parent reviews

Church Daycare

4.55avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.97avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Calera zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
350407
4.2
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Calera (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Calera based on parent reviews

The Gathering Place Church

5(12)

6107 Highway 31 North, Calera, AL

The Gathering Place Church in Calera, Alabama receives consistently positive feedback focused primarily on worship experience, pastoral leadership, and community atmosphere. While most reviews emphasize the church service itself rather than daycare-specific details, one parent specifically praised the daycare as 'awesome.' The facility is described as welcoming, modern, and fostering a strong sense of community.

Contemporary worship styleengaging pastors (Ben and Howard)welcoming community atmosphere

School For Amazing Kids Calera

4.7(20)

53 Leah Lane, Calera, AL

School for Amazing Kids Calera receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff who treat children like their own, the clean and safe facility, and the strong developmental progress their children make. The center is noted for supporting children of all abilities and offering additional family services.

Warm and caring staffchild development and learning outcomesclean and organized facility

South Shelby Baptist Learning Center

4.1(4)

1757 14th Street, Calera, AL

Several parents highlight the loving teachers and positive experiences for their children, while others report significant issues with billing errors, administrative rudeness, and a lack of compassion for families facing financial hardship or special needs.

loving teacherspositive staff interactionsgood for pre-K

Lit'L Bit Of Fun Child Dev Center

3.7(4)

938 14th Street, Calera, AL

Several parents describe a welcoming environment where staff treat children with deep care and affection, noting that kids are happy and engaged. However, one review reports a serious incident involving injury to an infant, leading to a strong recommendation against the facility.

affectionate staffsafe and fun environmentstrong social development for children

Young Impressions Child Care II

3.5(12)

1208 5th Avenue, Calera, AL

Young Impressions Child Care II in Calera receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents about staff care and learning opportunities, but serious concerns raised by others regarding behavioral support, communication, facility operations, and inconsistent policies. While many parents report positive experiences with their children thriving, some report significant issues with handling of children with behavioral challenges and unexpected facility closures.

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Daycare types in Calera

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 4

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Daycare Centers in Calera, Alabama

There are 8 daycare centers in Calera, Alabama. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Calera have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 52 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Calera, 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 Calera

Showing 8 results

The Gathering Place Church
Church Daycare
5

The Gathering Place Church in Calera, Alabama receives consistently positive feedback focused primarily on worship experience, pastoral leadership, and community atmosphere. While most reviews emphasize the church service itself rather than daycare-specific details, one parent specifically praised the daycare as 'awesome.' The facility is described as welcoming, modern, and fostering a strong sense of community.

Contemporary worship styleengaging pastors (Ben and Howard)welcoming community atmosphere
Address
6107 Highway 31 North, Calera, AL
Phone
(205) 690-7003
School For Amazing Kids Calera
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

School for Amazing Kids Calera receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff who treat children like their own, the clean and safe facility, and the strong developmental progress their children make. The center is noted for supporting children of all abilities and offering additional family services.

Warm and caring staffchild development and learning outcomesclean and organized facility
Address
53 Leah Lane, Calera, AL
Phone
(205) 685-0877
South Shelby Baptist Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.1

Several parents highlight the loving teachers and positive experiences for their children, while others report significant issues with billing errors, administrative rudeness, and a lack of compassion for families facing financial hardship or special needs.

loving teacherspositive staff interactionsgood for pre-K
Address
1757 14th Street, Calera, AL
Phone
(205) 668-1486
Lit'L Bit Of Fun Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Several parents describe a welcoming environment where staff treat children with deep care and affection, noting that kids are happy and engaged. However, one review reports a serious incident involving injury to an infant, leading to a strong recommendation against the facility.

affectionate staffsafe and fun environmentstrong social development for children
Address
938 14th Street, Calera, AL
Phone
(205) 668-0820
Young Impressions Child Care II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Young Impressions Child Care II in Calera receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents about staff care and learning opportunities, but serious concerns raised by others regarding behavioral support, communication, facility operations, and inconsistent policies. While many parents report positive experiences with their children thriving, some report significant issues with handling of children with behavioral challenges and unexpected facility closures.

Address
1208 5th Avenue, Calera, AL
Phone
(205) 690-7228
Calera Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
802 8th Avenue, Calera, AL
Phone
(334) 472-0216
Spirit And Truth Ministries INC.
Church Daycare
Address
8651 Highway 31, Calera, AL
Phone
(205) 668-3060
Concord Baptist Church
Church Daycare
Address
11215 Highway 22, Calera, AL
Phone
(205) 668-4402

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 all daycares in Calera, Alabama. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Calera have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Calera, 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
Calera offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church 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 Calera for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Calera 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.