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578 Daycare Centers in Atlanta, Georgia

Browse all 578 daycare centers in Atlanta, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Atlanta

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

    887 West Marietta Street Nw, Studio T-108, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Create Your Dreams (CYD) is a nonprofit organization in Atlanta that serves students from elementary through college graduation, providing academic support, mentorship, and emotional guidance. Parents and educators consistently praise the organization for its transformative impact on students' academic and personal development, strong community partnerships, and dedicated staff. The program is particularly noted for supporting underserved youth and helping them achieve their

  2. 2

    330 Lynhurst Drive, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Leaders Academy of Arts for providing a clean, safe, and nurturing family-like environment with dedicated owner Ms. Dez. Children benefit from structured educational activities, home-cooked meals, and individualized attention that fosters academic growth, independence, and social skills development. Multiple parents report their children are excited to attend daily and feel secure in her care.

    Passionate and attentive ownerclean facilityhome-cooked mealsstructured curriculum covering letters/numbers/colors/shapes
  3. 3
    The Learning Loft Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1699 Westwood Avenue Sw, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    The Learning Loft Academy in Atlanta receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and communicative staff, nurturing learning environment, and strong developmental progress their children make. The facility is noted for being affordable, well-organized, and offering engaging activities and parent support programs.

    Caring and engaged staffexcellent communication from leadershipwarm family-like atmosphereplay-based curriculum with hands-on activities
  4. 4

    3525 Piedmont Rd., Building Building 7, Suite 110, Atlanta, GA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 174 children

    The Goddard School Atlanta Buckhead receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, well-organized facility and passionate, caring staff. Parents emphasize strong academic and social-emotional development, frequent communication, and engaging curriculum including enrichment activities like Spanish and music. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and thriving in their care.

    Clean and thoughtfully designed facilityknowledgeable and passionat
  5. 5

    760 Edgewood Ave Ne, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children

    Inman Park Cooperative Preschool receives universal praise from parents who highlight its strong community focus, play-based outdoor learning approach, and caring staff. Parents consistently emphasize the cooperative model that allows meaningful parental involvement and creates a family-like atmosphere. The school's use of Conscious Discipline is noted as beneficial for children's social-emotional development.

    Caring and dedicated staffplay-based learningoutdoor learning environmentstrong community and sense of family
  6. 6

    6025 Glenridge Drive Ne, Bldg. C, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 153 children

    Apostles Lutheran Day School receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff retention, personalized care, and strong academic preparation. Parents consistently report their children thriving in a warm, safe, family-like environment with low turnover contributing to stability and community.

    Staff retention (20+ year teachers)low turnoversmall family feelsafe and clean facility
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    Beth Jacob Preschool
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1855 Lavista Road Ne, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 147 children

    Beth Jacob Preschool is a synagogue-based center in Atlanta with a 5/5 rating. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, beautiful facilities, and strong religious programming. The center is highly regarded as a leading Jewish institution in Georgia.

    welcoming communityfriendly staffbeautiful facilitiesmultiple daily services
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    1855 Lavista Road, Atlanta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews consistently praise Congregation Beth Jacob as a welcoming and warm Jewish community with beautiful facilities. Parents highlight the friendly atmosphere, multiple daily prayer services, and spiritual environment. No specific daycare services are mentioned in the reviews.

    Welcoming communitybeautiful facilitymultiple daily servicesfriendly people
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    Effect K.I.D.S.
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1995 Metropolitan Parkway Sw, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This appears to be a fitness gym, not a daycare center. The reviews praise Effect Fitness for high-energy workout classes, talented instructors, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Reviewers consistently highlight the motivating environment, excellent music, and supportive staff that makes fitness accessible to all experience levels.

    High-energy classesskilled instructorsmotivating musicfriendly and supportive staff
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    301 Johnson Ferry Road Nw, Atlanta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Note: Reviews provided are for Sandy Springs Christian Church, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the church as welcoming, inclusive, and LGBTQ+ affirming with meaningful worship services, strong community involvement, and talented leadership under Rev. Nathan Brown.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentLGBTQ+ affirmingopen-minded approach to faithstrong sense of community

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Atlanta based on parent reviews

Create Your Dreams (C.Y.D)

5(20)

887 West Marietta Street Nw, Studio T-108, Atlanta, GA

Create Your Dreams (CYD) is a nonprofit organization in Atlanta that serves students from elementary through college graduation, providing academic support, mentorship, and emotional guidance. Parents and educators consistently praise the organization for its transformative impact on students' academic and personal development, strong community partnerships, and dedicated staff. The program is particularly noted for supporting underserved youth and helping them achieve their

Little Leaders Academy Of Arts

5(16)

330 Lynhurst Drive, Atlanta, GA

Parents consistently praise Little Leaders Academy of Arts for providing a clean, safe, and nurturing family-like environment with dedicated owner Ms. Dez. Children benefit from structured educational activities, home-cooked meals, and individualized attention that fosters academic growth, independence, and social skills development. Multiple parents report their children are excited to attend daily and feel secure in her care.

Passionate and attentive ownerclean facilityhome-cooked meals

The Learning Loft Academy

4.9(20)

1699 Westwood Avenue Sw, Atlanta, GA

The Learning Loft Academy in Atlanta receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and communicative staff, nurturing learning environment, and strong developmental progress their children make. The facility is noted for being affordable, well-organized, and offering engaging activities and parent support programs.

Caring and engaged staffexcellent communication from leadershipwarm family-like atmosphere

The Goddard School Atlanta Buckhead

4.9(20)

3525 Piedmont Rd., Building Building 7, Suite 110, Atlanta, GA

The Goddard School Atlanta Buckhead receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, well-organized facility and passionate, caring staff. Parents emphasize strong academic and social-emotional development, frequent communication, and engaging curriculum including enrichment activities like Spanish and music. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and thriving in their care.

Clean and thoughtfully designed facilityknowledgeable and passionat

Inman Park Cooperative Preschool

4.9(20)

760 Edgewood Ave Ne, Atlanta, GA

Inman Park Cooperative Preschool receives universal praise from parents who highlight its strong community focus, play-based outdoor learning approach, and caring staff. Parents consistently emphasize the cooperative model that allows meaningful parental involvement and creates a family-like atmosphere. The school's use of Conscious Discipline is noted as beneficial for children's social-emotional development.

Caring and dedicated staffplay-based learningoutdoor learning environment

Apostles Lutheran Day School

4.9(20)

6025 Glenridge Drive Ne, Bldg. C, Atlanta, GA

Apostles Lutheran Day School receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff retention, personalized care, and strong academic preparation. Parents consistently report their children thriving in a warm, safe, family-like environment with low turnover contributing to stability and community.

Staff retention (20+ year teachers)low turnoversmall family feel

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Daycare Centers in Atlanta, Georgia

There are 578 daycare centers in Atlanta, Georgia. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Atlanta, 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 Atlanta

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Next Level Scholars Atlanta LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This listing appears to be for a hair salon, not a daycare center. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive (9 five-star ratings) praising the owner Toni and her stylists for quality hair services, customer service, and a clean, welcoming environment. There is a significant data mismatch between the facility type listed and the actual reviews provided.

Quality hair servicesexperienced stylists (especially owner Toni and Stacey)excellent customer service
Address
3379 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(678) 300-6390
The Spanish Academy Buckhead Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Spanish Academy Buckhead Campus receives consistently high praise from parents for its full Spanish immersion program and nurturing environment. Parents report significant language development in their children, strong teacher quality, and excellent preparation for elementary school transitions. The small class sizes and personable staff, including director DeShea and Veronica, are frequently highlighted as key strengths.

Spanish immersion programnative Spanish
Address
2461 Peachtree Road N.E., Atlanta, GA
Phone
(770) 751-3646
Operation Peace After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
112 Boulevard Ne, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 347-4040
Nicholas House - Nick Activity Hour
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Note: Reviews appear to be for Nicholas House, a homeless services organization, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the organization's support services, staff compassion, and community impact in helping families achieve housing stability and self-sufficiency.

Compassionate and dedicated staff (particularly Bria Everett)welcoming environmentcomprehensive support services including housing assistance and financial workshops
Address
830 Boulevard Se, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 622-0793
Imagine That! And Future Tech @ Hippo Hopp-Briarwood
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise HippoHopp as an excellent indoor play facility and birthday party venue in Atlanta. The facility features well-maintained play structures for multiple age groups, friendly and attentive staff, and comprehensive party planning services. Families appreciate the clean environment, café amenities, and organized operations.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesvariety of play structures for different agesfriendly and attentive staff
Address
1936 Briarwood Court. Ne, Atlanta, GA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Learning Expectations And Academic Performance Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2365 County Line Road. S.W., Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 512-6709
Oak Hill Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Oak Hill Center receives consistently high praise from parents and visitors. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, professional staff, and comprehensive services including medical, dental, behavioral health, and recreational programs. Staff members are frequently commended for going above and beyond to address parent concerns and support families.

Clean facilityprofessional and friendly staffresponsive management
Address
2805 Metropolitan Parkway Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 612-7452
Trinity Presbyterian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
3003 Howell Mill Rd. Nw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 495-8457
City Of Atlanta - Out Of School Time Programming At Grant Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This facility serves as a community recreation center and park rather than a traditional daycare. Reviews praise the outdoor sports facilities, friendly staff, and community atmosphere. However, the reviews do not address daycare services, childcare quality, or early education programming.

Clean outdoor courtsfriendly and helpful staffvariety of sports facilities (basketball
Address
537 Park Avenue S.E., Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 624-0697
Doc B Cares INC. The Stream Academy - John Hope Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
560 Larkin Street, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 694-7690
S.A.Y. Yes Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The reviews provided are not for S.A.Y. YES CENTER daycare in Atlanta. Instead, they are reviews for the Trap Music Museum, a music/art museum with an escape room and bar. No actual daycare reviews are present in the data submitted.

None applicable - reviews are for a different establishment
Address
575 Travis Street Nw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 681-3558
Jamboree Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
195 Fairburn Road, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 696-1546
Watch Me Grow Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Watch Me Grow Learning Center in Atlanta receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the center's family-like environment, small classroom sizes, play-based learning approach, and caring staff who are genuinely invested in children's development and well-being.

Small classroom sizesplay-based learningdevelopmental milestone achievement
Address
2261 Fairburn Road Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 344-4050
All Starz Academy/Daycare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

All Starz Academy receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Most reviewers praise the caring staff, child engagement, and daily communication through photos/app updates. However, some parents report issues with staff communication, high turnover, inconsistent potty training support, and concerns about basic care standards.

Welcoming and kind staffchildren enjoy attendingdaily photo updates via app
Address
1870 Delowe Drive, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 755-3165
Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
4000 Roswell Road Ne, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 256-1330
Apec Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise APEC Learning Center for its caring, dedicated staff and engaging enrichment programs. Children are reported to be excited about attending, with particular enthusiasm for activities like Fun Fridays, arts and crafts, culinary classes, and sports. Parents appreciate the organization's involvement, individualized attention to each child, and supportive environment.

Caring and dedicated staffengaging enrichment activities (artsculinary
Address
1099 Cascade Road Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 758-6081
Minnie Howell Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
4.2

Minnie Howell Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, clean facilities, and nurturing educational environment. The center is described as a safe haven where children form meaningful bonds with teachers. One negative review cited rude front desk staff and frequent school closures affecting employment.

Caring and dedicated staffsafe environmentclean facilities
Address
399 Macedonia Road Se, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 366-3700
Kidstop Daycare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise KIDSTOP DAYCARE & LEARNING CENTER for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Children show significant developmental progress, and parents report feeling welcomed and confident in the center's care. Leadership, particularly Director Mr. Jordan and Ms. Robinson, receives special recognition for their dedication.

Caring and attentive staffstrong child development and academic progresswelcoming and family-like atmosphere
Address
2395 Campbellton Road Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 629-3747
Samuel L. Jones Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2080 Cascade Rd. Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 753-0411
Indelible Impressions Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Indelible Impressions Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teaching quality, staff care, and family atmosphere, but significant complaints about communication and enrollment processes. Multiple parents report difficulty reaching the school by phone and poor customer service during initial contact. Recent administrative changes appear to have improved operations, though organizational issues remain.

High-quality curriculum and child developmen
Address
4245 Cascade Road Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 505-7754
City Of Atlanta - Out Of School Time Programming At Anderson Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Anderson Park is a well-maintained community park in Atlanta offering various recreational facilities and programming. Parents consistently praise its cleanliness, amenities, and family-friendly atmosphere with regular activities and events.

Clean and well-maintained groundsmultiple playgroundspool
Address
120 Anderson Avenue Nw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 799-2346
Little Stars Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Stars Academy receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with praise for staff quality, learning environment, and child development. However, one parent reported a negative experience with a specific staff member's attitude and behavior.

Great and exceptional staffsafe and happy childrenplenty of space for learning and play
Address
1 Mercedes Benz Drive, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 974-9140
City Of Atlanta - Out Of School Time Programming At Pittman Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise Pittman Park's out-of-school programming for its recreational facilities and staff quality. The facility features an Olympic-size swimming pool with certified lifeguards, playground areas, sports fields, and offers a free summer lunch program. Families appreciate the outdoor activities and note the staff has been consistently helpful over the years.

Olympic-size pool with certified lifeguardsfree summer lunch programoutdoor activities
Address
950 Garibaldi Avenue S.E., Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 215-2824
City Of Atlanta - Out Of School Time Programming At Collier Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Reviews praise Collier Park as a well-maintained community facility with diverse amenities for families. Parents highlight the cleanliness, safety, and variety of recreational options available for children and adults alike.

well-maintained groundsmultiple playgrounds for different agesbasketball and tennis courts
Address
3691 Collier Drive Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 505-3157
Lite House Partners INC. - The Stations Of Richmond Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews provided are for an apartment complex (Lite House Partners Inc. - The Stations of Richmond Hill), not a daycare center. No parent reviews about childcare services, staff qualifications, curriculum, or child activities are present.

None applicable to daycare services
Address
1770 Richmond Circle, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 627-6302
City Of Atlanta - Out Of School Time Programming At South Bend
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

These reviews do not pertain to the daycare's out-of-school programming. Instead, they describe South Bend Park as a recreational facility featuring dog parks, trails, a lake, playground, and pool. Reviewers consistently praise the park's cleanliness, spacious grounds, and amenities.

Largewell-maintained dog parks with separate areas for small and large dogsscenic natural features including lake and waterfall
Address
1955 Compton Drive, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 635-2990
All-Star Scholars Of Atlanta LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

All-Star Scholars of Atlanta receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the owner Ms. Harrell, staff dedication, cleanliness, and developmental progress of children. One parent reported significant issues with unresponsive communication and failure to provide tax documentation for services rendered in 2024.

Devoted and professional staffclean facilitychild development and learning environment
Address
2797 Campbellton Road, Suite A2, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 663-2462
City Of Atlanta - Out Of School Time Programming At Peachtree Hills
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise the afterschool program's engaging activities, tutoring support, and friendly staff who create a personal experience. However, some express concerns about facility maintenance issues, including field conditions and safety hazards from unsecured utilities.

Well-maintained facilitiesapproachable and attentive staffquality afterschool activities
Address
308 Peachtree Hills Avenue N.E., Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 237-2756
The Greater Gift @ Sandtown Gym
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The Greater Gift @ Sandtown Gym is a recreation center and park facility in Atlanta with a 4.2/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the well-maintained grounds, multiple sports fields, playground equipment, and clean facilities. Parents appreciate the space for children to play and run around.

Well-maintained facilitiesmultiple fields (footballbaseball)
Address
5320 Campbellton Road Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 346-8360
City Of Atlanta - Out Of School Time Programming At J.D. Sims
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise the dance classes and instruction at this out-of-school time program, with multiple reviewers highlighting the quality of dance education offered. The facility and staff receive positive feedback. One reviewer expressed uncertainty about the facility.

Quality dance classesdance instructiongreat staff
Address
544 Angier Avenue Ne, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 658-6023

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Frequently asked questions

There are 578 all daycares in Atlanta, Georgia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Atlanta, 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
Atlanta offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 429 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 9 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 47 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 93 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 Atlanta for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Atlanta 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.