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128 Daycare Centers in Augusta, Georgia

Browse all 128 daycare centers in Augusta, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Augusta

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

    2434 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    Cathy's Daycare Learning Center in Augusta, Georgia maintains a perfect 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, and strong communication. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement and social skills growth.

    Caring and loving staff who treat children as their ownexcellent communication with parentsdevelopmental progress and learning activitiescleanliness of facility
  2. 2

    2834 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Parents consistently praise Bright Start for exceptional child development, caring staff, and engaging learning opportunities. Children show significant growth in confidence, independence, academic skills, and social-emotional development. The center maintains strong parent communication and offers diverse activities including outdoor play and onsite karate instruction.

    Caring and attentive staffchild development and learning outcomesparent engagement and communicationsafe environment
  3. 3

    2561 Lumpkin Rd., Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

    Cathy's Daycare Learning Center #2 in Augusta, Georgia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, learning activities, and developmental progress of their children. Parents consistently highlight the cleanliness of the facility, strong communication from teachers, and the family-like atmosphere created by owner Ms. Cathy and director Mr. David. Many report significant improvements in their children's speech, social skills, and confidence.

    Caring and loving staffstrong developmental progress (speechlanguagesocial skills
  4. 4

    600 Stevens Creek Road, Augusta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Stevens Creek Church Employee Child Care in Augusta, Georgia is a religious facility with a 4.9/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming and spiritual atmosphere, with visitors highlighting the comfortable environment, quality worship services, and strong sense of community.

    Welcoming and friendly staffspiritual and Godly environmentengaging worship musicclean facilities
  5. 5
    Open Door Preschool
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    3005 Walton Way, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Open Door Preschool in Augusta receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, respectful staff and strong communication. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially in a safe, nurturing environment that feels like home. Many families return for multiple children and recommend the school highly.

    Caring and loving staffexcellent communicationsafe environmentbalanced curriculum mixing free play with structured learning
  6. 6

    2621 Washington Road, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This listing appears to be for a Christian bookstore with a coffee shop, not a daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facility, wide selection of Christian books and items, and quality customer service.

    Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitygood selection of Christian books and resourceson-site coffee shop
  7. 7

    1420 Monte Sano Avenue, Augusta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews praise St. Mary's as a welcoming Catholic parish with beautiful architecture, engaging homilies, and strong community. Parents appreciate the inclusive atmosphere, diverse ministries, and accommodating facilities for various occasions. The parish is noted for making visitors feel welcomed and valued.

    Beautiful church buildingwelcoming and friendly communityengaging and relevant sermonsaccommodating facilities (cry room
  8. 8
    West Lake Country Club
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    3556 West Lake Drive, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This facility is not a daycare center but rather a private golf club and country club in Augusta, Georgia. The reviews provided are about golf course conditions, membership experience, and event hosting, not childcare services.

    None - reviews are not applicable to daycare services
  9. 9

    2220 Walton Way, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 162 children

    Woodlawn Preschool & Child Development receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, nurturing teachers and directors who treat children with genuine kindness and attention. The facility is described as a welcoming, family-oriented environment where children are happy to attend.

    Caring and dedicated teacherskind and nurturing environmentchildren enjoy attendingdirectors are helpful and supportive
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    1330 Monte Sano Avenue, Augusta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    One parent provided a detailed review of the preschool and kindergarten program, praising the exceptional staff, engaging activities, and individualized attention. The remaining reviews focus on the church's worship services rather than the daycare program itself.

    Exceptional staffsmall class sizesindividualized attentiondiverse activities and field trips

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Augusta based on parent reviews

Cathy'S Daycare Learning Center

5(17)

2434 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, GA

Cathy's Daycare Learning Center in Augusta, Georgia maintains a perfect 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, and strong communication. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement and social skills growth.

Caring and loving staff who treat children as their ownexcellent communication with parentsdevelopmental progress and learning activities

Bright Start Childcare And Learning Center

5(17)

2834 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA

Parents consistently praise Bright Start for exceptional child development, caring staff, and engaging learning opportunities. Children show significant growth in confidence, independence, academic skills, and social-emotional development. The center maintains strong parent communication and offers diverse activities including outdoor play and onsite karate instruction.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and learning outcomesparent engagement and communication

Cathy'S Daycare Learning Center #2

5(17)

2561 Lumpkin Rd., Augusta, GA

Cathy's Daycare Learning Center #2 in Augusta, Georgia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, learning activities, and developmental progress of their children. Parents consistently highlight the cleanliness of the facility, strong communication from teachers, and the family-like atmosphere created by owner Ms. Cathy and director Mr. David. Many report significant improvements in their children's speech, social skills, and confidence.

Caring and loving staffstrong developmental progress (speechlanguage

Stevens Creek Church Employee Child Care

4.9(20)

600 Stevens Creek Road, Augusta, GA

Stevens Creek Church Employee Child Care in Augusta, Georgia is a religious facility with a 4.9/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming and spiritual atmosphere, with visitors highlighting the comfortable environment, quality worship services, and strong sense of community.

Welcoming and friendly staffspiritual and Godly environmentengaging worship music

Open Door Preschool

5(9)

3005 Walton Way, Augusta, GA

Open Door Preschool in Augusta receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, respectful staff and strong communication. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially in a safe, nurturing environment that feels like home. Many families return for multiple children and recommend the school highly.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communicationsafe environment

Whole Life Christian Academy

4.8(20)

2621 Washington Road, Augusta, GA

This listing appears to be for a Christian bookstore with a coffee shop, not a daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facility, wide selection of Christian books and items, and quality customer service.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitygood selection of Christian books and resources

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Daycare Centers in Augusta, Georgia

There are 128 daycare centers in Augusta, 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 Augusta, 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 Augusta

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Loud Crowd Garrett Gymnasium
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews for Loud Crowd Garrett Gymnasium are mixed in relevance to daycare operations. Many reviewers appear to reference the facility as a gymnasium and community space rather than as a daycare center. Parents mention friendly staff, cleanliness, and after-school programs positively, though one parent noted behavioral concerns.

Friendly staffafter-school programclean facility
Address
1110 Eisenhower Drive, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 821-1775
Aldersgate Preschool And Children'S Morning Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
3185 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 733-4416
Wilson Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Wilson Family YMCA is a well-maintained, multi-purpose facility in Augusta that offers diverse classes, equipment, and activities for families. Parents consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, organized operations, and variety of amenities including pools, fitness classes, and recreational programs. The $80 membership for two adults and six dependents is noted as good value.

Friendly and helpful staffclean and well-maintained facilityvariety of classes and equipment
Address
3570 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 922-9622
Loud Crowd After School Program Mcbean Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews consistently praise McBean Community Center as a clean, well-maintained facility with excellent amenities for community events and recreation. Parents appreciate the spacious grounds, outdoor park with splash pad, walking track, and quality kitchen facilities. The venue is noted as safe, underutilized, and great for parties and family activities.

Clean facilitylarge capacity for eventswell-equipped kitchen with ice maker
Address
1155 Hephiibah Mcbean Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 560-1814
Augusta South Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Augusta South Family YMCA offers childcare services praised for being safe, loving, and happy environments for children while parents exercise. The facility itself is clean, well-maintained, and conveniently located, with friendly and professional staff. Parents appreciate the variety of classes, equipment, and additional amenities available.

Safe and loving childcare environmentfriendly and helpful staffclean facility
Address
2215 Tobacco Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 922-9650
Loud Crowd Warren Road Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Warren Road Community Center for its caring, dedicated staff and excellent after-school programs and summer camps at affordable prices. The facility offers diverse recreational activities including sports, playgrounds, and fitness classes in a clean, well-maintained environment where children are engaged and happy.

Caring and friendly staffaffordable programsdiverse activities (basketball
Address
300 Warren Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 860-2833
Eastview Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Eastview Park is a community facility in Augusta, Georgia that receives consistently high ratings. Reviews praise it as a spacious, clean, and well-maintained venue suitable for events, gatherings, and recreational activities. Parents with children in after-school and summer programs report positive long-term experiences.

Spacious and private facilitycleanpeaceful atmosphere
Address
644 Aiken Street, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 722-2302
The Bradley School Of Augusta
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1219 George C. Wilson Dr., Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 860-3543
Tabernacle Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1230 Laney Walker Blvd., Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 922-1954
Little Lamb'S Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Lamb's Day Care Center in Augusta, Georgia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational quality, and family-oriented approach. One negative review cited concerns about roaches and a dog in the backyard. The center has been operating for years and is noted for working well with parent schedules.

Family-owned and operatedcaring and understanding staffhealthy meals
Address
132 Mcelmurray Drive, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 724-3449
Kidz Fortress Childcare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kidz Fortress receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, effective pre-K program, and communication with parents. Director Ms. Jessica is frequently mentioned as dedicated and running a well-organized facility. One negative review cited facility maintenance concerns and a disease outbreak.

Caring and supportive staffeffective pre-K program preparation for kindergartenexcellent communication with parents via app and phone calls
Address
2421 Mike Padgett Highway, Suite A, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 798-1072
Kids Paradise Learning & Childcare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kids Paradise Learning & Childcare Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring, loving staff who treat children like family. However, one review raises concerns about cleanliness and management inconsistencies. Parents generally appreciate the affordable pricing and safe environment.

caring and loving stafftreats children like familyfriendly atmosphere
Address
2617 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 796-7336
Kingdom Kids Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1434 Poplar Street, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 724-1086
Hillcrest Baptist Church Day Care Center
Church Daycare
4.2

Reviews praise the welcoming and friendly atmosphere of the church community and staff. Visitors consistently highlight positive experiences with sermons and the congregation's warmth. However, most reviews appear to reference church services rather than daycare-specific experiences.

Friendly and welcoming staffwarm congregationgood sermons
Address
3045 Deans Bridge Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 798-5600
Georgia Regents University Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Most parents praise Georgia Regents University Child Care for engaging teachers, clean facilities, and happy children. However, one former parent raised serious concerns about data privacy and information security after receiving an accidental text about another student following their departure.

Engaging teachersclean facilitiessafe environment
Address
601 Old Bailie St., Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 721-4171
Cotton'S Learning Center Of Serenity
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Cotton's Learning Center of Serenity receives consistently positive feedback from parents who describe it as a loving, family-like environment. Parents report that their children attend willingly and have been enrolled for multiple years, indicating high satisfaction and retention. Staff members are praised for their caring approach and dedication.

Loving environmentcaring stafffamily-like atmosphere
Address
3423 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 798-1221
Helping Hands Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
2107 Bungalow Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 339-4721
The Family Y Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

The Family Y Child Development Center in Augusta receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, educational quality, and convenient online payments. However, one parent reported a negative experience with staff communication and handling of their child's adjustment period.

Staff genuinely care about childreneducational curriculum exceeds expectationsmeals included
Address
1425 Walton Way, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 922-9672
The Blocker Day Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

The Blocker Day Care and Learning Center receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and professional family-run atmosphere. Staff members are noted for their attentiveness, communication with parents, and commitment to child development. One negative review cited facility space concerns and director unprofessionalism, contrasting with the overwhelmingly positive feedback from other families.

caring and loving staffprofessional approachregular communication and photo updates
Address
2039 Dunham Court, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 772-4885
Floyd Head Start (Csra)
Headstart Programs
4
Address
921 Florence Street, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 722-6699
The Blocker Daycare And Learning Center INC. II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

The Blocker Daycare and Learning Center II receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-oriented approach to childcare and education. Parents particularly appreciate the director's responsiveness, emotional support, and personalized communication. One parent reported negative experiences regarding facility conditions and director professionalism.

Caring and nurturing staffprofessional and honestpersonalized updates and communication
Address
3456-A Peach Orchard Rd., Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 796-3100
Royal Kidz Christian Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Royal Kidz Christian Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews with 5-star ratings praising the Christian education, staff care, and learning outcomes, while 1-star ratings criticize the director Darla Long for unprofessionalism, rudeness, inconsistent hours, and questionable feeding practices. Parents who are satisfied appreciate the clear policies and structure, while dissatisfied parents report feeling disrespected and cite high staff turnover and inadequate meals.

Christian-based curriculumchildren learn scriptures and academicscaring and attentive staff (Ms. Jasmine
Address
146 Davis Rd, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 723-5417
Children Unique-Windsor Spring Road
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Children Unique-Windsor Spring Road receives highly polarized reviews. Multiple parents praise the staff's compassion, professionalism, and support for child development, while several others report poor treatment of children with special needs, unprofessional staff behavior, and facility maintenance issues.

Caring and compassionate staffstrong academic focus balanced with joy of childhoodfamily-centered environment
Address
2440 Windsor Spring Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 798-9363
Anointed Hands Childcare
Headstart Programs
3.8

Anointed Hands Childcare receives unanimous praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, cleanliness, safety, and owner Tiffany's helpful communication and flexibility with scheduling. Children of various ages, including infants and those with special needs, thrive in this environment.

caring and attentive teacherssafe environmentclean facility
Address
1631 Gordon Highway, Suite 18-A, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 790-1411
Cozy West Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Cozy West Childcare & Learning Center in Augusta, Georgia has received consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5. Parents praise the caring, engaged staff, strong management under director Ms. Kelly Marie, clear communication, and visible child development. Families report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care and have observed significant improvements in their children's social and academic skills.

Warm and welcoming staffstrong director leadershipclear daily communication via app with photos
Address
1263 Augusta West Pky, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 650-0232
A Child'S Dream Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

A Child's Dream has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff, cleanliness, learning activities, and care, rating it 5/5 stars. However, two detailed complaints document serious concerns including feeding neglect, restricted parental access, lack of developmental activities, and alleged state-reported violations.

friendly and caring staffclean facilityhands-on learning activities
Address
2502 Deans Bridge Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 736-0030
Richmond County Board Of Education @ Performance Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Reviews are mixed with significant variation in satisfaction. Some parents praise it as a good school, while others report issues with classroom management, teacher responsiveness, and academic support. The facility appears to function as an alternative school option for some families.

Described as a good schooloption for students seeking alternative placementattendance flexibility with 4-day week schedule
Address
1740 Walton Way, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 826-1000
Kids Express Academy Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
2423 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 426-8597
Immaculate Conception Catholic School
Church Daycare
3.7
Address
811 Telfair Street, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 722-9964
Warren Baptist Weekday Preschool & Mdo
Church Daycare
3.7
Address
3203 Washington Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 922-7035

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Frequently asked questions

There are 128 all daycares in Augusta, Georgia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Augusta, 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
Augusta offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 96 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 9 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 13 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 10 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 Augusta for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Augusta 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.