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Best Daycare Centers in Clarkesville, GA

Compare 4 daycare centers in Clarkesville. Average rating: 4.87/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clarkesville, Georgia at a glance

Daycares
4
Avg rating
4.87/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Clarkesville offers 4 licensed daycares, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.87/5.50% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Clarkesville.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clarkesville

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.

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    Clarkesville Methodist Preschool
    4.6 score
    4.8(15)

    1087 Washington Street, P.O. Box 365, Clarkesville, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Clarkesville Methodist Preschool has a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the facility as a welcoming religious institution with quality programs and community involvement. One reviewer mentioned a friend used the daycare for several years with positive results.

    Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilitysupport programs (Grief ShareBible study)

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Clarkesville

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clarkesville (70–79 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Clarkesville based on parent reviews

Clarkesville Methodist Preschool

4.8(15)

1087 Washington Street, P.O. Box 365, Clarkesville, GA

Clarkesville Methodist Preschool has a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the facility as a welcoming religious institution with quality programs and community involvement. One reviewer mentioned a friend used the daycare for several years with positive results.

Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilitysupport programs (Grief Share

Harvest Christian Preschool

4.8(3)

231 Harvest Church Rd, Clarkesville, GA

One parent highlights the welcoming atmosphere for their son's scouting group, noting the community feels like family. Another review describes the church as friendly and loving, while a third praises the congregation and worship experience. No specific complaints regarding childcare services are mentioned in these brief comments.

welcoming atmospherefriendly and loving communitywonderful congregation

Kandy Kane Pre-School

5(1)

1323 Historic Hwy 441 North, Clarkesville, GA

One parent highlights Kandy Kane Pre-School as the best preschool in the county. The single review provided offers a highly positive assessment of the center.

best preschool in the county

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Daycare types in Clarkesville

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 2

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Daycare Centers in Clarkesville, Georgia

There are 4 daycare centers in Clarkesville, 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 Clarkesville have an average rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Clarkesville, 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 Clarkesville

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Kandy Kane Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights Kandy Kane Pre-School as the best preschool in the county. The single review provided offers a highly positive assessment of the center.

best preschool in the county
Address
1323 Historic Hwy 441 North, Clarkesville, GA
Phone
(706) 754-4035
Clarkesville Methodist Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

Clarkesville Methodist Preschool has a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the facility as a welcoming religious institution with quality programs and community involvement. One reviewer mentioned a friend used the daycare for several years with positive results.

Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilitysupport programs (Grief Share
Address
1087 Washington Street, P.O. Box 365, Clarkesville, GA
Phone
(706) 754-2677
Harvest Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

One parent highlights the welcoming atmosphere for their son's scouting group, noting the community feels like family. Another review describes the church as friendly and loving, while a third praises the congregation and worship experience. No specific complaints regarding childcare services are mentioned in these brief comments.

welcoming atmospherefriendly and loving communitywonderful congregation
Address
231 Harvest Church Rd, Clarkesville, GA
Phone
(706) 754-4704
Steppin' Stones Pre-School Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
107 Lovell Road, Clarkesville, GA
Phone
(706) 754-7090

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 all daycares in Clarkesville, Georgia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Clarkesville have an average Google rating of 4.87 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clarkesville, 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
Clarkesville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Clarkesville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clarkesville 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.