Best Daycare Centers in Fairhope, AL
Compare 6 daycare centers in Fairhope. Average rating: 4.46/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Fairhope, Alabama at a glance
- Daycares
- 6
- Avg rating
- 4.46/5
- Parent reviews
- 44
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
Fairhope has 6 licensed daycares with 44 parent reviews averaging 4.46/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 36532 zip code, averaging 4.46 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fairhope
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.
- 1St. James Episcopal Church4.59 score4.8(14)
860 North Section Street, Fairhope, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
St. James Episcopal Church in Fairhope receives consistently positive feedback (4.8/5 rating). Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality of instruction, and the church's beautiful facilities and atmosphere. Parents appreciate the caring staff, biblical teaching, and opportunities for service and fellowship.
Welcoming and friendly communitycaring clergy and stafftraditional worship and biblical teachinggreat music programs - 2Eastern Shore Kids Kastle INC.3.45 score3.3(19)
10291-B County Road 48, Fairhope, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Eastern Shore Kids Kastle receives consistently high praise from parents and grandparents who highlight the caring staff, owner Ms. Yvette's personal involvement, and child-centered approach. Parents report significant developmental progress, excellent communication, engaging activities with monthly themes, and a clean, safe facility. Families appreciate the owner's commitment to child welfare and the staff's willingness to go above and beyond standard care.
Caring and loving staffowner involvement and accessibilityclean facilitystrong communication
Rating Distribution
Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Fairhope
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Fairhope, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Fairhope zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36532 | 6 | 4.46 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Fairhope (– children)
Small
up to 30 children
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Medium
31–75 children
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Large
76–150 children
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Very Large
150+ children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Fairhope based on parent reviews
St. James Episcopal Church
860 North Section Street, Fairhope, AL
St. James Episcopal Church in Fairhope receives consistently positive feedback (4.8/5 rating). Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality of instruction, and the church's beautiful facilities and atmosphere. Parents appreciate the caring staff, biblical teaching, and opportunities for service and fellowship.
Eastern Shore Academy Of Excellence
23946 B Us Hwy 98, Fairhope, AL
Parents describe Eastern Shore Academy of Excellence as a nurturing, family-oriented preschool with a caring staff and affordable tuition. Reviewers highlight the center's academic rigor, noting that children often achieve advanced literacy and knowledge early, while appreciating the Christian values and kindergarten preparation provided.
Eastern Shore Early Childhood Center
1090 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, AL
Reviewers highlight the center's caring environment and educational value, with one parent noting a multi-generational connection to the facility. Another former child attendee expresses a desire to work there, while a current parent describes the staff as family-like.
Jubilee Head Start Center
24044 Us Highway 98, Fairhope, AL
Parents highlight the staff's dedication, with specific praise for individuals like Mrs. Monica and Nita, and express strong satisfaction with the Head Start program. However, one review reports a serious incident involving unexplained injuries to a child and a lack of clear communication from teachers.
Eastern Shore Kids Kastle INC.
10291-B County Road 48, Fairhope, AL
Eastern Shore Kids Kastle receives consistently high praise from parents and grandparents who highlight the caring staff, owner Ms. Yvette's personal involvement, and child-centered approach. Parents report significant developmental progress, excellent communication, engaging activities with monthly themes, and a clean, safe facility. Families appreciate the owner's commitment to child welfare and the staff's willingness to go above and beyond standard care.
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Daycare types in Fairhope
Daycare Centers in Fairhope, Alabama
There are 6 daycare centers in Fairhope, 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 Fairhope have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 44 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Fairhope, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents describe Eastern Shore Academy of Excellence as a nurturing, family-oriented preschool with a caring staff and affordable tuition. Reviewers highlight the center's academic rigor, noting that children often achieve advanced literacy and knowledge early, while appreciating the Christian values and kindergarten preparation provided.
- Address
- 23946 B Us Hwy 98, Fairhope, AL
- Phone
- (251) 928-1854
Reviewers highlight the center's caring environment and educational value, with one parent noting a multi-generational connection to the facility. Another former child attendee expresses a desire to work there, while a current parent describes the staff as family-like.
- Address
- 1090 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, AL
- Phone
- (251) 928-3449
St. James Episcopal Church in Fairhope receives consistently positive feedback (4.8/5 rating). Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality of instruction, and the church's beautiful facilities and atmosphere. Parents appreciate the caring staff, biblical teaching, and opportunities for service and fellowship.
- Address
- 860 North Section Street, Fairhope, AL
- Phone
- (251) 928-2912
Parents highlight the staff's dedication, with specific praise for individuals like Mrs. Monica and Nita, and express strong satisfaction with the Head Start program. However, one review reports a serious incident involving unexplained injuries to a child and a lack of clear communication from teachers.
- Address
- 24044 Us Highway 98, Fairhope, AL
- Phone
- (251) 928-9193
Eastern Shore Kids Kastle receives consistently high praise from parents and grandparents who highlight the caring staff, owner Ms. Yvette's personal involvement, and child-centered approach. Parents report significant developmental progress, excellent communication, engaging activities with monthly themes, and a clean, safe facility. Families appreciate the owner's commitment to child welfare and the staff's willingness to go above and beyond standard care.
- Address
- 10291-B County Road 48, Fairhope, AL
- Phone
- (251) 990-5350
- Address
- 8209 Gayfer Road Ext, Fairhope, AL
- Phone
- (251) 604-4077
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
- Church Daycare — 1 facilities