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Best Daycare Centers in Mobile, AL

Compare 113 daycare centers in Mobile. Average rating: 4.27/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Mobile, Alabama at a glance

Daycares
113
Avg rating
4.27/5
Parent reviews
922
Top rated (4.5+)
46

Mobile has 113 licensed daycares with 922 parent reviews averaging 4.27/5.46 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 55% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 36695 (avg 4.7 stars), while 36608 has the largest selection (19 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mobile

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

    1624 Boykin Blvd., Mobile, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the church atmosphere, worship experience, and welcoming community. Reviewers highlight the spiritual environment, passionate preaching, and friendly members who make visitors feel at home.

    Welcoming and friendly atmospherespiritual worship experiencepassionate preaching and teaching of God's wordexcellent choir
  2. 2

    217 S. Sage Avenue, Mobile, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Pius X Catholic Church in Mobile, Alabama receives consistently high ratings (all 5/5 stars). Reviews praise the welcoming community, inspirational homilies, and dedicated clergy. The facility also operates a school with caring teachers and strong Catholic values.

    Excellent priest and homiliesfriendly parish communitybeautiful architecturecaring teachers
  3. 3

    1695 W I-65 Service Rd. N, Mobile, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Nazaree Full Gospel Church is a religious facility in Mobile, Alabama with excellent ratings. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality worship services, and strong leadership under Pastor Wesley Davis. One parent specifically mentions satisfaction with the school program, noting organized teachers who are caring yet appropriately strict.

    welcoming atmosphereuplifting servicesquality gospel music and singingstrong preaching and Bible-based teaching
  4. 4

    2531 Berkley Avenue, Mobile, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mt. Hebron Baptist Church Ministries receives perfect 5/5 ratings from reviewers who praise the welcoming, family-like atmosphere and strong spiritual leadership under Pastors Joe and Linda Johnson. Visitors and long-time members consistently highlight the joy, love, and sense of community they experience at the facility. The church is noted for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety protocols.

    Welcoming and family-oriented atmosphereStrong pastoral leadershipJoyful and loving communitySpiritual growth and personal development opportunities
  5. 5
    Life Church Of Mobile
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    8701 Zeigler Blvd, Mobile, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Life Church of Mobile is highly rated by visitors who praise its worship experience, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere. Parents specifically highlight the children's ministry and staff as fantastic. The church is noted for its modern facilities, quality music program, and spiritual environment.

    Excellent praise and worshipwelcoming and friendly environmentstrong children's ministry and staffquality pastoral teaching
  6. 6

    4550 Higgins Road, Mobile, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Young Impressions Day Care Inc. receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight that teachers go above and beyond in educating and nurturing children, with kids showing genuine affection for specific staff members. The facility is highly recommended by multiple families with children of varying ages.

    Caring and attentive staffteachers go above and beyondchildren form strong bonds with teacherslong-term enrollment satisfaction
  7. 7

    8851 Three Notch Road, Mobile, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for a church/worship center, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, friendly pastoral staff, and spiritual atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings with positive comments about the worship experience and Christian community.

    Welcoming and friendly congregationkind pastoral staffstrong sense of hospitalityquality worship experience
  8. 8

    6101 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Christ United Methodist Church in Mobile, Alabama is highly rated (5/5 across all reviews) for its welcoming, faith-based preschool and daycare program. Parents praise the qualified teachers, Christian-focused curriculum, and well-maintained facilities. The church also offers extensive recreational activities and community outreach programs for families.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentqualified and friendly teachersChristian-based educationwell-maintained campus
  9. 9
    Oak Park Ministries
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    3321 Sollie Road, Mobile, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Oak Park Ministries is a religious facility in Mobile, Alabama that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviewers praise the church community, pastor, and staff for their welcoming atmosphere, spiritual focus, and community service efforts.

    Welcoming and loving communitystrong spiritual environmentquality children's ministrycompassionate pastoral leadership
  10. 10

    4156 Burma Road, Mobile, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Saint Dominic Catholic Church in Mobile, Alabama receives consistently high praise from parents and parishioners. Reviews highlight excellent priest leadership, particularly Fr. Driscoll, a beautiful and well-maintained facility, quality religious education, and a welcoming community. Parents report their children are receiving an excellent education and feel satisfied with their experience.

    Excellent priests and homiliesbeautiful facility with pipe organ and archi

Rating Distribution

Based on 83 daycares with Google ratings in Mobile

4.5 - 5.0
46
4.0 - 4.4
18
3.0 - 3.9
14
Below 3
5

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 922 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
11
2Welcoming environment
9
3Welcoming atmosphere
9
4Safe environment
5
5Friendly staff
5
6Spiritual atmosphere
4
7Welcoming community
4
8Children enjoy attending
4

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Mobile zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
366955
4.7
3
366039
4.67
4
366189
4.47
3
366176
4.45
2
366198
4.36
5
3660819
4.35
10
3660613
4.34
5
3660511
4.34
7
3660411
4.13
3
366099
3.88
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Mobile (– 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 Mobile based on parent reviews

St. John'S Deliverance Temple

4.9(19)

1624 Boykin Blvd., Mobile, AL

All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the church atmosphere, worship experience, and welcoming community. Reviewers highlight the spiritual environment, passionate preaching, and friendly members who make visitors feel at home.

Welcoming and friendly atmospherespiritual worship experiencepassionate preaching and teaching of God's word

St. Pius X Catholic Church

4.8(20)

217 S. Sage Avenue, Mobile, AL

St. Pius X Catholic Church in Mobile, Alabama receives consistently high ratings (all 5/5 stars). Reviews praise the welcoming community, inspirational homilies, and dedicated clergy. The facility also operates a school with caring teachers and strong Catholic values.

Excellent priest and homiliesfriendly parish communitybeautiful architecture

Nazaree Full Gospel Church

4.8(20)

1695 W I-65 Service Rd. N, Mobile, AL

Nazaree Full Gospel Church is a religious facility in Mobile, Alabama with excellent ratings. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality worship services, and strong leadership under Pastor Wesley Davis. One parent specifically mentions satisfaction with the school program, noting organized teachers who are caring yet appropriately strict.

welcoming atmosphereuplifting servicesquality gospel music and singing

Mt. Hebron Bapt. Church Ministries

4.8(20)

2531 Berkley Avenue, Mobile, AL

Mt. Hebron Baptist Church Ministries receives perfect 5/5 ratings from reviewers who praise the welcoming, family-like atmosphere and strong spiritual leadership under Pastors Joe and Linda Johnson. Visitors and long-time members consistently highlight the joy, love, and sense of community they experience at the facility. The church is noted for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety protocols.

Welcoming and family-oriented atmosphereStrong pastoral leadershipJoyful and loving community

Life Church Of Mobile

4.8(20)

8701 Zeigler Blvd, Mobile, AL

Life Church of Mobile is highly rated by visitors who praise its worship experience, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere. Parents specifically highlight the children's ministry and staff as fantastic. The church is noted for its modern facilities, quality music program, and spiritual environment.

Excellent praise and worshipwelcoming and friendly environmentstrong children's ministry and staff

Young Impressions Day Care INC.

5(7)

4550 Higgins Road, Mobile, AL

Young Impressions Day Care Inc. receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight that teachers go above and beyond in educating and nurturing children, with kids showing genuine affection for specific staff members. The facility is highly recommended by multiple families with children of varying ages.

Caring and attentive staffteachers go above and beyondchildren form strong bonds with teachers

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Daycare Centers in Mobile, Alabama

Mobile, Alabama offers 113 daycare centers for families to explore, with options ranging from church-affiliated programs to independent academies. Parents frequently highlight clean facilities and welcoming atmospheres as key reasons for their satisfaction. For those seeking the highest average ratings, the 36695 zip code stands out with a 4.7/5 average across five facilities.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Mobile have an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 across 83 rated facilities, with 55% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 922 parent reviews. Parents in Mobile most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, welcoming environment, and welcoming atmosphere.

When choosing a daycare in Mobile, 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 Mobile

Showing 113 results

Kids Stuff Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Kids Stuff Preschool for its caring, attentive staff and clean facilities with classroom cameras. Children show strong emotional attachment to teachers and demonstrate notable academic and social progress. The center is noted for flexibility with fees, convenient hours (6am-6pm), and family-oriented atmosphere.

Caring and patient staffclean facilities with classroom camerasreasonable prices
Address
320 Hillcrest Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 343-6611
Saint Mark United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
4

One parent reports that the phone is never answered, indicating potential communication difficulties with the facility.

Address
439 Azalea Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 232-2106
Outbreak Christian Ministries
Church Daycare
4
Address
1365 Government Street, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 287-7059
Outbreak Christian Ministries Daycare
Church Daycare
4
Address
1365 Government St., Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 287-7059
Jessie G. Coleman Lrn & Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

These reviews do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. The reviews describe experiences at the Mobile County Health Department and a Women's Center, not Jessie G. Coleman Learning & Development Center. No actual daycare reviews are present in this dataset.

None applicable - reviews are for different facilities
Address
201 Cox Street, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 432-9950
Kids Zone Of Tillman'S Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Kids Zone of Tillman's Corner receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the clean facility, caring staff, and family-like atmosphere. However, two negative reviews cite enrollment restrictions and serious health/cleanliness concerns that contradict the positive majority.

Clean facilitycaring and welcoming stafftransparent communication
Address
4612 Bush Lane, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 661-3280
Watch Me Grow Child Dev Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Watch Me Grow Child Dev Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents regarding cleanliness, professionalism, and educational quality. However, serious concerns have been raised about management communication, lack of transparency regarding program changes, and a critical safety incident involving a child left in a van.

Clean facilityprofessional staffeducational programs
Address
1809 Wolf Ridge Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 344-9793
Kidz Korner Child Care LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Kidz Korner receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff dedication, care quality, and accommodating environment, though two negative reviews cite serious concerns about hygiene, supervision, scheduling rigidity, and unprofessional owner communication. Most parents report their children thrived academically and socially at the facility.

caring and well-trained staffnurturing environmentaccommodates special dietary needs
Address
5640 Three Notch Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 666-1003
Here We Grow Ch/Ca And Lrn Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Feedback for this center is mixed, with some parents reporting positive experiences regarding staff helpfulness, while others describe severe hygiene issues and negative interactions. One account cites the presence of pests and unpleasant odors, while another alleges poor sanitation led to illness and uncaring staff behavior.

helpful staffpositive experience for older children
Address
2910 Pleasant Valley Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 471-2209
Seeds Of Joy Church
Church Daycare
3.7

One parent describes the staff as very loving and notes that their children enjoy the environment. In contrast, another parent claims the facility is unsanitary and unprofessional, alleging that staff mistreat children, fail to clean dishes properly, and allow excessive screen time without educational engagement.

loving staff
Address
515 Holcombe Avenue, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 479-4545
Beck'S Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes a highly positive experience where staff have been helpful and courteous since their child was an infant, while other feedback highlights a strong sense of family. Conversely, separate comments express significant dissatisfaction, citing that a child disliked attending and alleging that the facility is secretive.

helpful staffcourteous staffgoes above and beyond
Address
1248 Anchor Drive, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 661-4254
Pfc Howard Johnson II Academy & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

PFC Howard Johnson II Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff, safe environment, and quality early education curriculum that helps children thrive academically and developmentally.

Caring and loving staffprofessional teachersclean facility
Address
102 Border Circle E., Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 725-1904
Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Creative Learning Center in Mobile, Alabama receives highly polarized reviews. Supporters praise the caring staff, clean facility, and positive environment for children's social development. However, multiple parents report frequent illness among children, poor organization, lack of educational activities, and communication issues with management.

Clean facilitycaring and sweet ownershipstaff genuinely cares about children
Address
5880 Three Notch Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 661-2992
Nina Nicks Joseph C.D.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Parents consistently praise Nina Nicks Joseph C.D.C. for its caring and attentive staff, engaging learning activities, and recent facility improvements under new management. The daycare offers comprehensive services including meals, naps, field trips, and an open-door policy, with families reporting their children are happy and learning daily.

Friendly and dedicated staffopen-door policycomprehensive services (breakfast
Address
209 South Washington Ave., Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 433-1310
Grace Temple Christian Academy
Church Daycare
3.2

Feedback for Grace Temple Christian Academy is mixed, with some parents expressing strong satisfaction while others cite significant operational and environmental concerns. One reviewer highlights the facility as excellent, whereas others report unorganized management, billing issues, and an interior that lacks appropriate educational displays and organization.

friendly and good-hearted staffmodern playgroundwell-maintained lawn
Address
159 Hemley Ave, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 478-9200
Leona B. Warren Head Start
Headstart Programs
3

One parent reports extremely frustrating administrative issues, including staff denying the submission of required documents and refusing to provide proof of return, which creates significant stress. While the teachers are described as amazing, the operational chaos regarding paperwork and mandatory dental exam signatures detracts from the experience.

amazing teachers
Address
310 Mobile Street, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 471-6504
West Bay Academy
Church Daycare
3

A parent highlights the center's long-standing history, noting it has served the community for over two decades, while another describes their experience positively overall.

long history of service (over 20 years)positive experience
Address
1568 Hurtel St, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 478-9575
Royals Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent reports severe neglect, including a child returning home with soiled pants, going hungry, and being denied fluids despite bringing a full cup. The reviewer describes the experience as the worst daycare their child has attended and explicitly states they would not recommend the facility.

Address
18 Pierpoint Drive, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 643-9780
Kinder Klub Child Care And Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

KINDER KLUB receives mixed reviews with strong polarization between experiences. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, educational quality, and long-term positive impact on children. Negative reviewers report concerns about management, staff rudeness, supervision issues, and difficulty reaching the facility by phone.

Trustworthy carequality educationfriendly staff
Address
1900 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 471-4104
Providence Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

Parent feedback for Providence Academy is sharply divided, with some highlighting exceptional academic support and staff generosity, while others report serious safety concerns and inadequate supervision. One reviewer praises the directors for personal sacrifices and academic results, whereas another describes an unsafe environment with insufficient teacher-to-child ratios and unreported incidents.

academic excellencesupportive and generous staffpositive culture
Address
1020 University Blvd N., Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 338-9318
Carmen'S Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

One parent reports an exceptional experience with quality care, while two others describe highly unprofessional interactions, including rude staff behavior and unexpected charges. Feedback highlights a stark contrast between positive care outcomes and significant issues with communication and billing transparency.

Good care for children
Address
1361 Springhill Avenue, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 432-9050
Donaldson Ministries Tabs Christian Acad
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

One parent reports that the center mistreats children, fails to maintain working air conditioning, and accepts sick children. The reviewer also cites disrespectful staff behavior and a director who ignores complaints about teachers picking on kids.

Address
2732 Mill St, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 513-3767
Peace And Joy Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1

One parent reports billing disputes involving unauthorized swipes during a maternity leave and difficulty resolving the issue after the facility closed, while another describes the director as unprofessional and absent, alleging understaffing and a neglectful environment where children are left crying and hungry.

None mentioned
Address
359 Azalea Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 725-0111
Solomon'S Temple Ministries Church
Church Daycare
Address
2905 Pleasant Valley Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 476-1360
St. Luke'S Episcopal Church
Church Daycare
Address
3975 Japonica Lane, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 666-2991
Weinacker'S Montessori School (Hc)
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
227 Hillcrest Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 344-8755
Dauphin Way United Methodist Church
Church Daycare

Parents praise Dauphin Way United Methodist Church's daycare as one of the best, highlighting loving and competent staff who prioritize children's health and safety. The facility is part of a welcoming, service-driven church community with exceptional programs and a family-oriented atmosphere that families have enjoyed for years.

Loving and competent staffexcellent health and safety precautionsexceptional children's programs
Address
1507 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 473-1861
Goodwill Easter Seals C.D.C.Westminister
Church Daycare

Parents highlight the staff's affection and professionalism, noting that teachers genuinely cherish their children. Reviewers also appreciate the facility's effective communication and strong developmental curriculum, with one caller calling it the best daycare available.

affectionate staffprofessional teacherseffective communication
Address
10 Westminister Way, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 342-3122
Mobile Christian School
Church Daycare
Address
5900 Cottage Hill Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 661-1613
St. Ignatius Catholic School
Church Daycare
Address
3650 Springhill Avenue, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 342-5442

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Frequently asked questions

There are 113 all daycares in Mobile, Alabama. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Mobile have an average Google rating of 4.27 out of 5 across 83 rated facilities. About 55% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Mobile, 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
Mobile offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 49 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 58 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 Mobile for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mobile 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.
The 36695 zip code currently holds the best average rating of 4.7/5, calculated across five specific facilities located in that neighborhood.
Yes, three facilities—JOYFUL CHILDCARE ACADEMY, LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER, and WEST MOBILE BAPTIST CHURCH—are rated 4.5 or higher but currently show zero parent reviews.
Analysis of 934 parent reviews indicates that clean facilities, a welcoming environment, and a welcoming atmosphere are the most frequently mentioned positive themes.