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31 Daycare Centers in Dalton, Georgia

Browse all 31 daycare centers in Dalton, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dalton

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

    510 South Tibbs Road, Dalton, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 154 children

    Christ Church Presbyterian in Dalton, Georgia receives consistently high ratings (5/5 stars across all reviews). However, the reviews appear to focus primarily on the church itself, its congregation, facilities, and coffee shop rather than daycare-specific services. Parents praise the welcoming community and spiritual environment.

    Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilityspiritual communityrecreation facilities including gym and games
  2. 2

    2511 Cleveland Highway, Dalton, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children

    Precious Possessions Preschool & Daycare in Dalton, Georgia receives consistently high praise from parents for its safe, clean, and nurturing environment with a faith-based curriculum. Parents highlight the exceptional dedication of individual teachers and staff who provide personalized attention, daily communication updates, and genuine care for each child. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and emotionally while enjoying structured activities with zero screen time.

    Warm and loving staffexperienced and attentive teachersclean facilitiesfaith-based program
  3. 3

    28 Cedar Street, Lakeshore Park, Dalton, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This appears to be a nature hiking trail facility rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the peaceful, well-maintained trails suitable for all ages, with varying difficulty levels and natural features like creek crossings.

    Scenic viewspeaceful atmospherevarying trail difficulty (1-2.5 miles)suitable for young children and elderly visitors
  4. 4

    311 N. Thornton Ave., Dalton, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 154 children

    Parents praise First Baptist Church Children's Learning Center for its welcoming church community, supportive environment, and staff helpfulness. Reviews highlight the facility's focus on children and Christian values, with consistently positive feedback about the overall experience.

    Supportive church familyhelpful receptionistkid-focused carefriendly staff
  5. 5

    515 S. Pentz St., Dalton, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 250 children

    Whitfield-Dalton Day Care Center receives predominantly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring teachers (particularly Jennifer and Sheila), structured environment, and their children's happiness and development. One parent reported concerns about a teacher being unfriendly toward their child with behavioral challenges, though they commended the center's management.

    Caring and friendly teacherschild happiness and enthusiasmobservable child development and growthstructured and organized environment
  6. 6
    Friendship House
    3.83 score
    3.7(7)

    1300 S. Hamilton St., Dalton, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    Friendship House receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming environment, caring staff, cleanliness, and educational quality. However, two negative reviews describe concerns about staff patience with energetic toddlers and inappropriate communication during a personal crisis.

    welcoming environmentcaring staffknowledgeable teachersclean facility

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dalton based on parent reviews

Christ Church Presbyterian

4.9(14)

510 South Tibbs Road, Dalton, GA

Christ Church Presbyterian in Dalton, Georgia receives consistently high ratings (5/5 stars across all reviews). However, the reviews appear to focus primarily on the church itself, its congregation, facilities, and coffee shop rather than daycare-specific services. Parents praise the welcoming community and spiritual environment.

Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilityspiritual community

Precious Possessions Preschool & Daycare

4.6(20)

2511 Cleveland Highway, Dalton, GA

Precious Possessions Preschool & Daycare in Dalton, Georgia receives consistently high praise from parents for its safe, clean, and nurturing environment with a faith-based curriculum. Parents highlight the exceptional dedication of individual teachers and staff who provide personalized attention, daily communication updates, and genuine care for each child. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and emotionally while enjoying structured activities with zero screen time.

Warm and loving staffexperienced and attentive teachersclean facilities

Dalton State College - Nature Exploration Camp

4.5(20)

28 Cedar Street, Lakeshore Park, Dalton, GA

This appears to be a nature hiking trail facility rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the peaceful, well-maintained trails suitable for all ages, with varying difficulty levels and natural features like creek crossings.

Scenic viewspeaceful atmospherevarying trail difficulty (1-2.5 miles)

First Baptist Church Children'S Learning Center

4.3(13)

311 N. Thornton Ave., Dalton, GA

Parents praise First Baptist Church Children's Learning Center for its welcoming church community, supportive environment, and staff helpfulness. Reviews highlight the facility's focus on children and Christian values, with consistently positive feedback about the overall experience.

Supportive church familyhelpful receptionistkid-focused care

Whitfield-Dalton Day Care Center

4.4(5)

515 S. Pentz St., Dalton, GA

Whitfield-Dalton Day Care Center receives predominantly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring teachers (particularly Jennifer and Sheila), structured environment, and their children's happiness and development. One parent reported concerns about a teacher being unfriendly toward their child with behavioral challenges, though they commended the center's management.

Caring and friendly teacherschild happiness and enthusiasmobservable child development and growth

Family Resource Agency Dalton Heritage Pre-K

5(1)

3050 Booker Drive, Dalton, GA

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Daycare Centers in Dalton, Georgia

There are 31 daycare centers in Dalton, 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 Dalton, 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 Dalton

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Family Resource Agency Dalton Heritage Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3050 Booker Drive, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 278-8202
Grove Level Baptist Kingdom Kids
Church Daycare
5
Address
2802 Cleveland Highway, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 259-4148
Christ Church Presbyterian
Church Daycare
4.9

Christ Church Presbyterian in Dalton, Georgia receives consistently high ratings (5/5 stars across all reviews). However, the reviews appear to focus primarily on the church itself, its congregation, facilities, and coffee shop rather than daycare-specific services. Parents praise the welcoming community and spiritual environment.

Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilityspiritual community
Address
510 South Tibbs Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 529-2911
Precious Possessions Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Precious Possessions Preschool & Daycare in Dalton, Georgia receives consistently high praise from parents for its safe, clean, and nurturing environment with a faith-based curriculum. Parents highlight the exceptional dedication of individual teachers and staff who provide personalized attention, daily communication updates, and genuine care for each child. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and emotionally while enjoying structured activities with zero screen time.

Warm and loving staffexperienced and attentive teachersclean facilities
Address
2511 Cleveland Highway, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 226-1115
Dalton State College - Nature Exploration Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This appears to be a nature hiking trail facility rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the peaceful, well-maintained trails suitable for all ages, with varying difficulty levels and natural features like creek crossings.

Scenic viewspeaceful atmospherevarying trail difficulty (1-2.5 miles)
Address
28 Cedar Street, Lakeshore Park, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 272-4436
Whitfield-Dalton Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Whitfield-Dalton Day Care Center receives predominantly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring teachers (particularly Jennifer and Sheila), structured environment, and their children's happiness and development. One parent reported concerns about a teacher being unfriendly toward their child with behavioral challenges, though they commended the center's management.

Caring and friendly teacherschild happiness and enthusiasmobservable child development and growth
Address
515 S. Pentz St., Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 278-8991
The Magnolia School & Child Care Center #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
413 North Park Drive, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 279-3686
First Baptist Church Children'S Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.3

Parents praise First Baptist Church Children's Learning Center for its welcoming church community, supportive environment, and staff helpfulness. Reviews highlight the facility's focus on children and Christian values, with consistently positive feedback about the overall experience.

Supportive church familyhelpful receptionistkid-focused care
Address
311 N. Thornton Ave., Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 226-3906
First United Methodist Church Daycare Center
Church Daycare
4
Address
500 South Thornton Avenue, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 278-1075
Friendship House
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Friendship House receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming environment, caring staff, cleanliness, and educational quality. However, two negative reviews describe concerns about staff patience with energetic toddlers and inappropriate communication during a personal crisis.

welcoming environmentcaring staffknowledgeable teachers
Address
1300 S. Hamilton St., Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 278-8012
Kiddie Carousel
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
2209 Cleveland Hwy., Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 259-8662
Kid'S Zone Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7
Address
505 Underwood Street, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 529-8648
Whitfield Head Start/Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
2738 Underwood Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 278-9515
Cornerstone Family Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1240 Dawnville Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 259-2844
Morris Innovative Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
104 Fort Hill Terrace, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 529-3779
Whitfield County School System - New Hope Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1175 New Hope Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 673-3180
Whitfield County School System - Dug Gap Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2032 Dug Gap Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 226-3919
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Gordon Murrary And Whitfield Counties Beaverdale Extension
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews are highly polarized. Positive reviews praise the facility as a great, clean environment with caring staff and good programming including field trips. Negative reviews cite maintenance issues, poor supervision, lack of structure, and staff complaints about children.

Caring staffclean facilityquality programming
Address
1350 Prater Mill Road Ne, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 508-8187
Whitfield County School System - Dawnville Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1380 Dawnville Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 259-3914
Park Creek Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1500 Hale Bowen Drive, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 277-7807
Dalton Public Schools - Park Creek After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1500 Hale Bowen Drive, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 428-7700
Whitfield County School System - Eastside Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
102 Hill Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 278-3074
Whitfield County School System - Valley Point Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3798 South Dixie Highway 2, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 277-3259
Dalton Public Schools - City Park Elementary Afterschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
405 School Street, Dalton, GA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Whitfield County School System - Varnell Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4421 Highway 2, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 694-3471
Dalton Public Schools - Brookwood Elementary After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
501 Central Avenue, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 278-9202
Whitfield County School System - Antioch Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1819 Riverbend Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 278-7550
Whitfield County Schools - Pleasant Grove Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2725 Cleveland Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 259-3920
Learning Tree Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
300 South Tibbs Road, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 278-2736
Pioneer Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
3264 Cleveland Highway, Dalton, GA
Phone
(706) 529-6007

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Frequently asked questions

There are 31 all daycares in Dalton, Georgia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Dalton, 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
Dalton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 13 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 Dalton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dalton 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.