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1,797 Daycare Centers in Alabama

Browse 1,797 daycare centers across Alabama. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Alabama

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Alabama can make the decision-making process smoother.

Alabama has about 1,797 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Alabama. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Alabama

There are 1,797 daycares in Alabama: 182 headstart facilities, 30 before/after school centers, 734 religious facility daycares, and 851 childcare and preschool centers.

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Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is a religious facility in Tuscaloosa with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and spiritual atmosphere. Parents highlight the welcoming, family-friendly environment and the positive impact of the church's programs and worship experiences.

Welcoming and family-friendly atmospheredynamic pastor and leadershipstrong sense of community and love
Address
3416 - 8th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL
Phone
(205) 759-5044
Big Bird Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Big Bird Day Care Center receives mostly positive reviews from parents who praise the staff's caring and loving approach. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend, and academically successful. One parent disputed negative reviews as false, while another gave a brief negative review without elaboration.

caring and loving staffchildren happy and excited to attendgood academic preparation
Address
3829 12th Street N.E., Holt, AL
Phone
(205) 556-4323
Frank E. Curry Child Dev. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
229 Broadway Avenue, Talladega, AL
Phone
(256) 761-2911
Marble City Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Marble City Baptist Church in Sylacauga is highly regarded as a welcoming place of worship with friendly people and strong community engagement. The facility hosts family events like an annual Fall Festival. One review raised concerns about phone communication and responsiveness during a personal crisis.

welcoming atmospherefriendly peopleGospel preaching
Address
1512 Quarry Rd, Sylacauga, AL
Phone
(205) 245-6337
First Baptist Church - Talladega
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents praise First Baptist Church - Talladega as an excellent daycare and church community with strong biblical teaching and a welcoming family atmosphere. One parent specifically noted their son is thriving and the staff identified and worked with him on learning challenges. The facility consistently receives high ratings for its pastoral leadership, friendly congregation, and supportive environment for raising families.

Welcoming communitystrong biblical instructionattentive to children's learning needs
Address
216 North Street East, Talladega, AL
Phone
(256) 362-1192
Church Of The Ascension
Church Daycare
4.7

Reviews praise Church of the Ascension as a welcoming and inclusive religious community in Montgomery, Alabama. Parents highlight the friendly, family-oriented atmosphere, quality programming including annual fundraising events, and the welcoming leadership. The facility receives consistent 5-star ratings from families who feel they belong to a supportive community.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentfriendly and hospitable staffstrong sense of community
Address
315 Clanton Avenue, Montgomery, AL
Phone
(334) 241-0825
Evangel Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Evangel Church is a welcoming Assemblies of God religious facility in Montgomery, Alabama with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and spiritual environment. Reviews highlight the inclusive atmosphere and quality of youth and children's programs.

Welcoming and friendly communityStrong pastoral leadership (Pastor Mike Rippy)Quality children's and youth programs (KidTricity)
Address
3975 Vaughn Road, Montgomery, AL
Phone
(334) 272-4882
Heritage Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Heritage Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama operates a Christian-based daycare center (CDC) alongside its church facilities. Reviews praise the welcoming, loving community and faith-based environment. The facility offers weekday childcare for working parents and Sunday/Wednesday programs for preschoolers.

Warm and welcoming staffChristian-based educationsafe facility
Address
1849 Perry Hill Road, Montgomery, AL
Phone
(334) 279-9976
Kingdom Life Ministries INC.
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
2650 Lower Wetumpka Road, Montgomery, AL
Phone
(334) 356-1220
Wesley Memorial Umc
Church Daycare
4.7

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 band
Address
1211 Westmead St. Sw, Decatur, AL
Phone
(256) 355-1842
Fairview Church Of God
Church Daycare
4.7

Fairview Church of God in Falkville is a religious facility with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents consistently praise it as a welcoming, friendly community with a loving atmosphere. Reviews highlight the church's hospitality and spiritual environment.

Welcoming atmospherefriendly staffloving community
Address
4154 - Huckaby Bridge Rd, Falkville, AL
Phone
(256) 784-5642
First Umc Of Alabaster
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for a church facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and spiritual leadership. No substantive daycare-specific feedback was found.

Welcoming and friendly communityKind and wonderful staffBeautiful facility
Address
10903 Highway 119, Alabaster, AL
Phone
(205) 663-0509
School For Amazing Kids Pelham
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

School for Amazing Kids Pelham receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, educational approach, and child development outcomes. Parents consistently highlight the warm, welcoming environment and staff who go above and beyond in supporting children's learning and growth.

Caring and loving staffstrong educational curriculumchild development and progress
Address
2975 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL
Phone
(205) 620-1700
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
Christ The King Lutheran Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Christ the King Lutheran Church in Hoover operates a preschool program alongside its religious facility. Parents praise the loving, Christ-centered atmosphere, welcoming community, and quality of teachers and administrators. The facility is recommended for families seeking faith-based childcare.

Loving and welcoming staffChrist-centered environmentquality teachers and administrators
Address
611 Riverchase Pkwy. West, Hoover, AL
Phone
(205) 988-3039
School For Amazing Kids Weatherly
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

School for Amazing Kids Weatherly receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring, engaging staff, strong educational focus, and smooth transitions for children of various ages. Families report significant developmental progress, feeling confident in their children's care, and appreciation for the school's professional yet warm environment.

Warm and friendly staffstrong educational programmingdevelopmental progress in children
Address
61 Weatherly Club Drive, Alabaster, AL
Phone
(205) 664-0054
Bethel Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Bethel Baptist Church is a large, welcoming religious facility in Odenville, Alabama that offers programs for all ages from infants to seniors. Parents praise the caring congregation, friendly staff, and well-designed children's programs that prioritize safety. The church is noted for its community involvement, missions work, and clear biblical teaching.

Loving and caring congregationfriendly staffclean facilities
Address
8332 Moody Parkway, Odenville, AL
Phone
(205) 640-5205
Victory Christian Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Victory Christian Church in Pell City receives consistent praise for its welcoming atmosphere and Christ-centered community. Reviews highlight the friendly congregation, quality worship services, and strong family focus. Parents appreciate the multiple service times and long-standing pastoral leadership.

Welcoming and friendly congregationquality worship and sermonsChrist-centered mission
Address
154 Victory Drive, Pell City, AL
Phone
(205) 338-3001
St Clair County Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.7

St. Clair County Head Start in Pell City receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is recognized for its dedicated staff, quality educational preparation, and willingness to accommodate individual family needs and medical requirements. Parents highlight the caring environment and strong communication between teachers and families.

Excellent and caring staffstrong educational preparation for kindergartenaccommodating to family circumstances
Address
21685 Us Highway 231, Pell City, AL
Phone
(205) 338-9694
Cedar Grove Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Cedar Grove Baptist Church in Leeds is highly rated by parents as a welcoming, Christ-centered facility with strong community involvement and excellent childcare staff. Parents consistently praise the passionate leadership, caring atmosphere, and quality development programs for children. The church emphasizes family values and community support through various ministries and activities for all ages.

Welcoming and friendly staffexcellent childcare development programpassionate pastor
Address
2001 Cedar Grove Road, Leeds, AL
Phone
(205) 699-8446
Camp Mcdowell Magnolia Nature Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Camp McDowell Magnolia Nature Preschool receives universal praise from visitors for its educational outdoor programs, beautiful facilities, and engaging staff. Parents highlight meaningful nature-based learning experiences, quality meals featuring farm-to-table ingredients, and clean, peaceful accommodations. The camp offers school field trips, summer programs, and specialized sessions for children with disabilities.

knowledgeable and patient staffengaging educatio
Address
105 Delong Road, Nauvoo, AL
Phone
(205) 792-1969
First Umc Guntersville
Church Daycare
4.7

First UMC Guntersville is a religious facility in Alabama with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the clean, orderly facility, friendly and caring staff, and welcoming church community environment. The daycare is described as a place where children are well-cared for and families feel supported.

Clean and orderly facilityfriendly and nice staffcaring and compassionate caregivers
Address
539 Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL
Phone
(256) 571-0420
Broad Street Church Of Christ
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
613 South Broad Street, Scottsboro, AL
Phone
(256) 259-0005
Hope Christian Outreach Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
2508 - 9th Avenue North, Bessemer, AL
Phone
(205) 434-2339
Briarwood Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.7

These reviews do not reflect daycare experiences but rather describe Briarwood Presbyterian Church as a worship facility. Reviewers praise the church building, services, welcoming community, and various programs including children's and youth ministries.

Beautiful buildingfriendly and welcoming staffstrong biblical teaching
Address
2204 Briarwood Way, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 776-5811
Brookwood Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Brookwood Baptist Church operates a daycare facility within a religious community setting. Parents consistently praise it as a welcoming, family-oriented environment with strong Christian values and multi-generational programming. The daycare is noted as high-quality with friendly staff and leadership.

welcoming and inclusive atmospherestrong Christian community focusquality childcare
Address
3449 Overton Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 967-0441
Cathedral Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Cathedral Day Care Center is a church-based facility in Birmingham with strict security protocols and caring staff. Parents praise the clean environment, loving workers, and rigorous safety procedures implemented by director Catherine Sissa. The facility maintains a selective enrollment process to ensure quality care.

Clean facilityloving and caring staffstrict security measures
Address
307 South 19th Street, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 716-3083
Christ Way Church Of God
Church Daycare
4.7

Christ Way Church of God in Gardendale operates a religious facility with an exceptionally high rating. Reviews consistently praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, though most reviews focus on church services rather than the daycare specifically.

Kind and helpful staffcommunity outreach (free meals)uplifting worship experience
Address
961 Mt. Olive Road, Gardendale, AL
Phone
(205) 631-4575
Crumbey Bethel Primitive Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
444 - 58th Street, Fairfield, AL
Phone
(205) 788-5051
Faith New Beginning Church
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
600 Henson Street, Midfield, AL
Phone
(205) 747-5818

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,797 all daycares across Alabama. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Alabama are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Alabama's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Alabama, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Alabama sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Alabama vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.