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Best Daycare Centers in Americus, GA

Compare 17 daycare centers in Americus. Average rating: 4.76/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Americus, Georgia at a glance

Daycares
17
Avg rating
4.76/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Americus has 17 licensed daycares with 40 parent reviews averaging 4.76/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 31719 (avg 5 stars), while 31709 has the largest selection (10 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Americus

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
    Georgia Southwestern Early Childhood Development Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    800 Wheatley Street, Americus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews do not pertain to the daycare center listed. All reviews are about Georgia Southwestern State University, a higher education institution. There is no valid feedback available for the Georgia Southwestern Early Childhood Development Center daycare facility.

    None applicable to daycare
  2. 2
    Doll'S Little Haven Christian Academy
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    514 North Lee Street, Americus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

    Doll's Little Haven Christian Academy (also referred to as Tooty Tots) receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff warmth, educational quality, and child care standards. Most parents report children are well-fed, clean, happy, and making academic progress. One negative review cited staff rudeness, inconsistent teacher assignments, and billing disputes.

    excellent education and learning outcomeswell-fed childrenclean facilitieswarm and caring staff
  3. 3
    Jackie'S Lil Tooty Tots Daycare
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    415 Winn Street, Americus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Jackie's Lil Tooty Tots Daycare in Americus, Georgia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for educational quality, nutrition, staff warmth, and child development. One parent reported negative experiences including staff inconsistency, billing issues, and rude treatment.

    excellent education and learning outcomesnutritious mealsclean facilitiescaring and friendly staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Americus

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.72avg rating
12 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Americus zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
317197
5
1
3170910
4.72
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Americus (12–216 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Americus based on parent reviews

Georgia Southwestern Early Childhood Development Center

4.5(20)

800 Wheatley Street, Americus, GA

The reviews do not pertain to the daycare center listed. All reviews are about Georgia Southwestern State University, a higher education institution. There is no valid feedback available for the Georgia Southwestern Early Childhood Development Center daycare facility.

None applicable to daycare

First Baptist Preschool

5(2)

221 S. Lee Street, Americus, GA

Parents highlight the compassionate care and educational enrichment provided to young children, noting that staff accommodate specific needs like food allergies. Reviewers express peace of mind and report high levels of student enjoyment and excitement for attending.

compassionate staffaccommodation of food allergieseducational enrichment

Doll'S Little Haven Christian Academy

4.4(6)

514 North Lee Street, Americus, GA

Doll's Little Haven Christian Academy (also referred to as Tooty Tots) receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff warmth, educational quality, and child care standards. Most parents report children are well-fed, clean, happy, and making academic progress. One negative review cited staff rudeness, inconsistent teacher assignments, and billing disputes.

excellent education and learning outcomeswell-fed childrenclean facilities

Jackie'S Lil Tooty Tots Daycare

4.4(6)

415 Winn Street, Americus, GA

Jackie's Lil Tooty Tots Daycare in Americus, Georgia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for educational quality, nutrition, staff warmth, and child development. One parent reported negative experiences including staff inconsistency, billing issues, and rude treatment.

excellent education and learning outcomesnutritious mealsclean facilities

Kid'S Kastle Day Care & Learning Center

5

199 Roy Circle, Americus, GA

Bright Beginnings

5

200 South Lee Street, Americus, GA

Map

Daycare types in Americus

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Daycare Centers in Americus, Georgia

There are 17 daycare centers in Americus, Georgia. 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 Americus have an average rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Americus, 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 Americus

Showing 17 results

First Baptist Preschool
Church Daycare
5

Parents highlight the compassionate care and educational enrichment provided to young children, noting that staff accommodate specific needs like food allergies. Reviewers express peace of mind and report high levels of student enjoyment and excitement for attending.

compassionate staffaccommodation of food allergieseducational enrichment
Address
221 S. Lee Street, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 924-2525
Kid'S Kastle Day Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
199 Roy Circle, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 928-0532
Bright Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
200 South Lee Street, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 924-3169
Setting The Foundation
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
234 Mitchell Street, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 380-0731
Georgia Southwestern Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The reviews do not pertain to the daycare center listed. All reviews are about Georgia Southwestern State University, a higher education institution. There is no valid feedback available for the Georgia Southwestern Early Childhood Development Center daycare facility.

None applicable to daycare
Address
800 Wheatley Street, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 931-2742
Doll'S Little Haven Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Doll's Little Haven Christian Academy (also referred to as Tooty Tots) receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff warmth, educational quality, and child care standards. Most parents report children are well-fed, clean, happy, and making academic progress. One negative review cited staff rudeness, inconsistent teacher assignments, and billing disputes.

excellent education and learning outcomeswell-fed childrenclean facilities
Address
514 North Lee Street, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 928-8808
Jackie'S Lil Tooty Tots Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Jackie's Lil Tooty Tots Daycare in Americus, Georgia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for educational quality, nutrition, staff warmth, and child development. One parent reported negative experiences including staff inconsistency, billing issues, and rude treatment.

excellent education and learning outcomesnutritious mealsclean facilities
Address
415 Winn Street, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 944-6460
Christian Outreach Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
511 Bumphead Road, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 928-1251
Little Blessings Day Care & School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
912 South Lee Street, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 931-0155
Abby'S Learn-N-Play Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
843 Elm Avenue, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 931-1482
The Southland Academy INC. Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
123 Southland Road, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 924-4406
Sumter County Schools Astep - Sumter County Primary -
Before or After School Daycare
Address
123 Learning Lane, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 924-1012
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Americus-Sumter County-Bill Harris Sr Unit
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
551 Hosanna Circle, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 924-0414
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Americus-Sumter County-Americus Housing Authority Unit
Child Daycare & Preschools

This daycare center has very limited and mixed feedback. Two 5-star reviews praised the pictures and location, while negative reviews cited staff unprofessionalism and communication issues. The center appears to be associated with housing authority services, which created some confusion among reviewers.

Good picturesconvenient location
Address
113 Hanson Circle, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 924-0414
Sumter County Schools - Astep - Sumter Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
438 Bumphead Road, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 924-7835
Sumter County Schools - Astep - Sumter County Intermediate School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
439 Bumphead Road, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 924-3168
Sumter County Head Start/Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
300 Cherokee Street, Americus, GA
Phone
(229) 924-7666

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Frequently asked questions

There are 17 all daycares in Americus, Georgia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Americus have an average Google rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 71% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Americus, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Georgia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Georgia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Americus offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Georgia 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 Americus for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Americus must be licensed by Georgia'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.