Best Daycare Centers in Decatur, AL
Compare 30 daycare centers in Decatur. Average rating: 4.29/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Decatur, Alabama at a glance
- Daycares
- 30
- Avg rating
- 4.29/5
- Parent reviews
- 208
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 14
Decatur has 30 licensed daycares with 208 parent reviews averaging 4.29/5.14 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 70% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 35601 with 20 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Decatur
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.
- 1Decatur Baptist Church4.64 score4.8(20)
2527 - Danville Road, Decatur, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Decatur Baptist Church operates a daycare/pre-K program that parents praise for quality childcare and early literacy instruction. Parents highlight the friendly, caring church community and pastoral leadership. One parent noted the church continues mailing offering envelopes despite multiple removal requests.
Quality childcare and pre-K programchildren developing reading skills and letter recognitionfriendly and caring staffstrong community support - 2First Baptist Church-Decatur4.64 score4.8(20)
123 Church Street Ne, Decatur, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
First Baptist Church-Decatur receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and families. Parents praise the welcoming congregation, quality biblical teaching, and special care given to children during programs like parents' night out. The facility is noted for its friendly atmosphere, engaging music, and inclusive approach to families with special needs children.
Welcoming and friendly staffquality biblical teachingengaging music and worship servicesspecial accommodations for children with special needs - 3Loving Hands Learning Center4.61 score4.8(16)
204 Commerce Sw, Decatur, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Loving Hands Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and welcoming staff who treat children like family members. Parents highlight the center's educational curriculum, extended hours, and warm environment where children thrive emotionally and academically.
Caring and nurturing staffwelcoming atmosphereeducational curriculum for all agesextended 12-hour operating hours - 4St. Paul'S Lutheran Church4.53 score4.8(10)
1700 Carridale St. Sw, Decatur, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool in Decatur receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and director. Parents highlight the Christ-centered educational approach, clean facility, individual attention to children, and strong sense of community. The daycare has served over 800 children in 30 years and maintains a reputation for quality early childhood education.
caring and loving staffinvolved director (Miss Bethany)Christ-centered curriculumclean and safe facility - 5Beltline Church Of Christ4.48 score4.6(20)
2159 Beltline Road Sw, Decatur, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Beltline Church of Christ is a religious facility in Decatur, Alabama with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, biblically-sound teachings, and caring community. The facility appears to offer both church services and preschool/childcare options.
friendly and welcoming staffbiblical instructionspirit-filled environmenthelpful community support - 6Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church4.44 score4.6(14)
2415 Old Moulton Road Sw, Decatur, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise the preschool program at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church for its caring, patient teachers and nurturing environment. The facility is also recognized for its strong church community, welcoming atmosphere, and spiritual leadership. One parent specifically highlighted satisfaction with their daughter's preschool experience and educational quality.
Kind and patient teacherscaring environmenteducational qualitywelcoming community - 7United Pentecostal Jubilee Hop4.4 score4.6(10)
2110 State Ave. S.W., Decatur, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews praise the facility's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual environment, and caring staff. Parents highlight the quality of worship services, preaching, and community programs. The facility appears to function primarily as a church rather than a traditional daycare center.
welcoming environmentspirit-filled worshippowerful preachingloving and caring staff - 8Appletree Academy INC.4.39 score4.6(9)
3529 Central Pkwy, Decatur, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Appletree Academy Inc. in Decatur, Alabama receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All nine reviews awarded 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring teachers, family-like atmosphere, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Parents highlight the director's personal attention, developmental preparation, reasonable pricing, and clean facilities.
Warm and caring teacherschildren excited to attendfamily-like environmentdirector knows every child and parent - 9Appletree Academy III4.39 score4.6(9)
2036 Modaus Rd,Unit B, Decatur, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise APPLETREE ACADEMY III for its warm, caring staff who treat children like family. Children are reported to be excited about attending daily, and teachers are recognized for their dedication and skill across all age groups. The facility is noted as clean, reasonably priced, and provides meals and activities.
Caring and loving teacherschildren excited to attendsafe environmentclean facility - 10Wesley Memorial Umc4.38 score4.7(6)
1211 Westmead St. Sw, Decatur, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Wesley Memorial UMC is a religious facility in Decatur, Alabama with a 4.7/5 rating. Most reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly community, quality of services, and pastoral leadership. One reviewer expressed significant concerns about current leadership negatively impacting the church.
welcoming environmentfriendly and helpful membersquality praise bandhonest Bible preaching
Rating Distribution
Based on 20 daycares with Google ratings in Decatur
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 208 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Decatur, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Decatur zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35601 | 20 | 4.31 | 10 | |
| 35603 | 8 | 4.2 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Decatur (– children)
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Decatur based on parent reviews
Decatur Baptist Church
2527 - Danville Road, Decatur, AL
Decatur Baptist Church operates a daycare/pre-K program that parents praise for quality childcare and early literacy instruction. Parents highlight the friendly, caring church community and pastoral leadership. One parent noted the church continues mailing offering envelopes despite multiple removal requests.
First Baptist Church-Decatur
123 Church Street Ne, Decatur, AL
First Baptist Church-Decatur receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and families. Parents praise the welcoming congregation, quality biblical teaching, and special care given to children during programs like parents' night out. The facility is noted for its friendly atmosphere, engaging music, and inclusive approach to families with special needs children.
Loving Hands Learning Center
204 Commerce Sw, Decatur, AL
Loving Hands Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and welcoming staff who treat children like family members. Parents highlight the center's educational curriculum, extended hours, and warm environment where children thrive emotionally and academically.
St. Paul'S Lutheran Church
1700 Carridale St. Sw, Decatur, AL
St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool in Decatur receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and director. Parents highlight the Christ-centered educational approach, clean facility, individual attention to children, and strong sense of community. The daycare has served over 800 children in 30 years and maintains a reputation for quality early childhood education.
Beltline Church Of Christ
2159 Beltline Road Sw, Decatur, AL
Beltline Church of Christ is a religious facility in Decatur, Alabama with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, biblically-sound teachings, and caring community. The facility appears to offer both church services and preschool/childcare options.
Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church
2415 Old Moulton Road Sw, Decatur, AL
Parents praise the preschool program at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church for its caring, patient teachers and nurturing environment. The facility is also recognized for its strong church community, welcoming atmosphere, and spiritual leadership. One parent specifically highlighted satisfaction with their daughter's preschool experience and educational quality.
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Daycare Centers in Decatur, Alabama
There are 30 daycare centers in Decatur, 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 Decatur have an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 across 20 rated facilities, with 70% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 208 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Decatur, 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 Decatur
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- Address
- 708 Memorial Drive, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 340-2786
Decatur Baptist Church operates a daycare/pre-K program that parents praise for quality childcare and early literacy instruction. Parents highlight the friendly, caring church community and pastoral leadership. One parent noted the church continues mailing offering envelopes despite multiple removal requests.
- Address
- 2527 - Danville Road, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 353-8579
St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool in Decatur receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and director. Parents highlight the Christ-centered educational approach, clean facility, individual attention to children, and strong sense of community. The daycare has served over 800 children in 30 years and maintains a reputation for quality early childhood education.
- Address
- 1700 Carridale St. Sw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 353-1353
First Baptist Church-Decatur receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and families. Parents praise the welcoming congregation, quality biblical teaching, and special care given to children during programs like parents' night out. The facility is noted for its friendly atmosphere, engaging music, and inclusive approach to families with special needs children.
- Address
- 123 Church Street Ne, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 350-9086
- Address
- 1926 Old Moulton Rd, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 355-0303
Loving Hands Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and welcoming staff who treat children like family members. Parents highlight the center's educational curriculum, extended hours, and warm environment where children thrive emotionally and academically.
- Address
- 204 Commerce Sw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 580-5140
- Address
- 1913 Old Moulton Road, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 580-5881
Wesley Memorial UMC is a religious facility in Decatur, Alabama with a 4.7/5 rating. Most reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly community, quality of services, and pastoral leadership. One reviewer expressed significant concerns about current leadership negatively impacting the church.
- Address
- 1211 Westmead St. Sw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 355-1842
Appletree Academy Inc. in Decatur, Alabama receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All nine reviews awarded 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring teachers, family-like atmosphere, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Parents highlight the director's personal attention, developmental preparation, reasonable pricing, and clean facilities.
- Address
- 3529 Central Pkwy, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 350-5337
Parents praise the preschool program at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church for its caring, patient teachers and nurturing environment. The facility is also recognized for its strong church community, welcoming atmosphere, and spiritual leadership. One parent specifically highlighted satisfaction with their daughter's preschool experience and educational quality.
- Address
- 2415 Old Moulton Road Sw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 998-0480
Reviews praise the facility's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual environment, and caring staff. Parents highlight the quality of worship services, preaching, and community programs. The facility appears to function primarily as a church rather than a traditional daycare center.
- Address
- 2110 State Ave. S.W., Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 355-3970
Beltline Church of Christ is a religious facility in Decatur, Alabama with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, biblically-sound teachings, and caring community. The facility appears to offer both church services and preschool/childcare options.
- Address
- 2159 Beltline Road Sw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 353-1876
Parents consistently praise APPLETREE ACADEMY III for its warm, caring staff who treat children like family. Children are reported to be excited about attending daily, and teachers are recognized for their dedication and skill across all age groups. The facility is noted as clean, reasonably priced, and provides meals and activities.
- Address
- 2036 Modaus Rd,Unit B, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 227-9867
One parent describes the center as professional. No negative feedback has been provided in the available review.
- Address
- 1410 6th Street Nw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 355-4423
Central Park Baptist Church in Decatur, Alabama operates a daycare/preschool that parents consistently praise for quality care. Reviews highlight friendly, caring staff, educational programs, and a clean, safe environment. Parents report long-term satisfaction, with some families using the facility for over 5 years.
- Address
- 2020 Westmeade St. S.W., Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 353-7396
Kid's Central SAP receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with the majority praising the caring staff, professional owner, clean facility, and quality educational preparation. However, two recent negative reviews raise serious concerns about sanitation, staff training, incident reporting, and management conduct. The facility has a mixed reputation with strong loyalty from long-term families but significant complaints from others.
- Address
- 410-11th Street Se, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 353-5465
One parent highlights the staff's communication and their child's enjoyment over two years, while another reports a single incident where a child was left in wet clothes despite having spares available. The third comment expresses general affection without specific operational details.
- Address
- 3432 Old Moulton Road, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 351-2027
Appletree Academy II receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, strong academics, and engaging activities like field trips. However, one parent reported serious concerns including poor hygiene practices, high teacher turnover, harsh discipline, and inadequate incident reporting.
- Address
- 9 Meadow Lane, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 355-5322
Parents overwhelmingly praise Angels Keepers Daycare for its clean facility, caring staff, and professional management. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate regular communication about daily activities. However, one parent raised serious safety concerns about an employee texting while driving a van with children.
- Address
- 1709 Somerville Rd, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 309-5281
- Address
- 1612 Moulton St, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 580-5437
- Address
- 1012 18th Avenue Se, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 355-7843
- Address
- 801 Wilson Street Nw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 353-1272
- Address
- 109 Memorial Dr. N. W., Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 652-1506
La Petite Academy in Decatur receives consistently high praise from parents, who highlight the caring and well-trained staff, structured learning environment, and use of technology for parent communication. Parents report their children are academically prepared for elementary school and genuinely enjoy attending, with the facility recognized as Decatur's best daycare for three consecutive years.
- Address
- 2122 Westmeade Street Sw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 350-5720
- Address
- 3211 Spring Ave. Sw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 340-9516
- Address
- 495 Hwy. 67 S., Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 353-6261
- Address
- 2014 Sandlin Road Sw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 350-1476
- Address
- 1032-B 4th Avenue Se, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 457-7395
- Address
- 2602 Beltline Road S.W., Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 374-9270
- Address
- 702 Mccartney Street Nw, Decatur, AL
- Phone
- (256) 353-9267
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