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52 Daycare Centers in Mcdonough, Georgia

Browse all 52 daycare centers in Mcdonough, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mcdonough

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews β€” daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Little Saints Drop-N-Play
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Saints Academy for its caring, family-oriented environment and strong academic instruction using the Abeka curriculum. Staff members are described as kind, loving, and highly communicative, with special attention given to children with individual needs. Children show significant academic progress and social development, with kindergarten teachers impressed by their preparation.

    Caring and loving staffstrong communication with pare
  2. 2

    262 Macon Street, Mcdonough, GA Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 50 children

    These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a church (Shiloh). The reviews praise the church's spiritual atmosphere, leadership, sermons, and community services including food pantry and Bible study.

    Spiritual atmospherewelcoming membersstrong leadershipgood sermons
  3. 3
    Palz
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    225 Technology Parkway, Mcdonough, GA Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided are for Trinity Chapel, a church in McDonough, Georgia, not for PALZ daycare center. There appear to be no actual parent reviews for the PALZ daycare facility.

    None - reviews are for a different organization
  4. 4
    Saint James Preschool
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Saint James Preschool in McDonough, Georgia receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, qualified teaching staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including accelerated vocabulary and social-emotional growth, with high staff-to-child attention and strong leadership from the director.

    Warm and loving atmospherequalified and skilled teachersstaff communication and organizationpotty training support
  5. 5

    275 Old Griffin Road, Mcdonough, GA Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 245 children

    Bright Star @ Old Griffin Road receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teachers who are caring, patient, and attentive, with children showing strong developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted for maintaining good parent communication and creating a safe, loving environment.

    Caring and passionate teacherspatient and attentive staffchild development and academic progresschildren excited to attend
  6. 6

    178 Griffin Street, Mcdonough, GA Β· Church Daycare Β· Capacity: -999 children

    McDonough Methodist Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the school's strong academics, caring staff, Christ-centered environment, and tight-knit community feel. Multiple families report significant academic growth in their children and appreciation for the school's affordability and individualized attention.

    Excellent academic instruction and accelerated learningcaring and ded
  7. 7

    235 Walker Drive, Mcdonough, GA Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 231 children

    Parents consistently praise Sunbrook Academy at Luella for excellent staff care, strong academic programs, and safe environments. Children reportedly love attending and show significant developmental progress. The center has improved facilities and implemented strong communication systems with families.

    Caring and attentive teachersstrong curriculum and learning activitiesinclusive meals (breakfast and lunch)clean facility
  8. 8
    Abc Montessori
    4.38 score
    4.5(16)

    483 Walker Drive, Mcdonough, GA Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 63 children

    Parents consistently praise ABC Montessori for its clean facility, attentive staff, and strong academic focus. Owner Mrs. Miller and her team are noted for responsive communication, individualized attention, and helping children thrive developmentally. Multiple parents report their children rarely get sick and quickly adjust to the school environment.

    Clean facilityresponsive owner and staffstrong academics and critical thinking developmentindividualized attention
  9. 9

    3198 Jodeco Road, Mcdonough, GA Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 75 children

    Parents consistently praise Bright Beginnings Learning Academy II (also referred to as Alphabet Kids) for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and developmental teaching. Multiple reviewers highlight the director Ms. Vaughn and various teachers for their dedication, kindness, and individualized attention to children. The facility is noted for welcoming special needs children, providing nutritious meals, and creating a family-like environment.

    Caring and attentive staffexceptional cleanlinessdirector Ms. Vaughn's personal involvementdevelopmental instruction in academics and life skills
  10. 10

    427 Mcgarity Road, Mcdonough, GA Β· Church Daycare Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise McDonough Presbyterian Children's Academy for its nurturing, hands-on learning environment and dedicated staff. Children show significant developmental progress across academic and social skills, with strong communication between teachers and families. The Christian-centered facility emphasizes small class sizes, creative activities, and family engagement events.

    Excellent teaching staffhands-on learning approachChristian environmentstrong child development and academic progress

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mcdonough based on parent reviews

Little Saints Drop-N-Play

4.9(20)

1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA

Parents consistently praise Little Saints Academy for its caring, family-oriented environment and strong academic instruction using the Abeka curriculum. Staff members are described as kind, loving, and highly communicative, with special attention given to children with individual needs. Children show significant academic progress and social development, with kindergarten teachers impressed by their preparation.

Caring and loving staffstrong communication with pare

Shiloh Early Learning Center

4.8(20)

262 Macon Street, Mcdonough, GA

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a church (Shiloh). The reviews praise the church's spiritual atmosphere, leadership, sermons, and community services including food pantry and Bible study.

Spiritual atmospherewelcoming membersstrong leadership

Palz

4.8(20)

225 Technology Parkway, Mcdonough, GA

The reviews provided are for Trinity Chapel, a church in McDonough, Georgia, not for PALZ daycare center. There appear to be no actual parent reviews for the PALZ daycare facility.

None - reviews are for a different organization

Saint James Preschool

5(7)

1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA

Saint James Preschool in McDonough, Georgia receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, qualified teaching staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including accelerated vocabulary and social-emotional growth, with high staff-to-child attention and strong leadership from the director.

Warm and loving atmospherequalified and skilled teachersstaff communication and organization

Bright Star @ Old Griffin Road

4.7(20)

275 Old Griffin Road, Mcdonough, GA

Bright Star @ Old Griffin Road receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teachers who are caring, patient, and attentive, with children showing strong developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted for maintaining good parent communication and creating a safe, loving environment.

Caring and passionate teacherspatient and attentive staffchild development and academic progress

Mcdonough Methodist Academy

4.7(20)

178 Griffin Street, Mcdonough, GA

McDonough Methodist Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the school's strong academics, caring staff, Christ-centered environment, and tight-knit community feel. Multiple families report significant academic growth in their children and appreciation for the school's affordability and individualized attention.

Excellent academic instruction and accelerated learningcaring and ded

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Daycare Centers in Mcdonough, Georgia

There are 52 daycare centers in Mcdonough, 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 Mcdonough, 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 Mcdonough

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Childcare Network #184
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #184 for its clean, well-organized facility, professional and caring staff led by Director Ms. Holiday, and welcoming environment. Reviewers highlight smooth enrollment processes, excellent communication with parents, and staff expertise in working with children with special needs. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high satisfaction with the center's care quality and safety protocols.

Professional and welcoming director and staffclean and well-maintained facilityorganized classrooms
Address
689 Jonesboro Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 302-0301
Childcare Network #208
Child Daycare & Preschools

Childcare Network #208 in McDonough receives consistently high praise from parents who report positive developmental growth, strong leadership, and a nurturing environment. Parents highlight the director's open-door policy and responsive communication, as well as dedicated, caring staff who create a safe and structured learning atmosphere. Multiple families report their children have thrived academically and socially during their tenure at the center.

Exceptional director leadership (Tameka/Mrs. King)caring and attentive staffstrong child development and academic progress
Address
4250 Jodeco Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 954-9353
Henry County Afterschool Enrichment Program - Rock Spring Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1550 Stroud Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-6851
Henry County Afterschool Enrichment Program - Tussahaw Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
225 Coan Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-0164
Henry County Afterschool Enrichment Program - Ola Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
278 North Ola Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-5777
Bethany Baptist Preschool
Church Daycare
Address
4 North Bethany Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 898-3912
La Fitness Kids Klub @ Mcdonough
Child Daycare & Preschools

This facility appears to be a gym, not a daycare center. Reviews praise exceptional cleanliness and staff dedication when certain employees are present, but criticize inconsistent maintenance, staffing issues, and operational problems when key staff are absent.

Excellent cleanliness maintained by dedicated staff membersknowledgeable and supportive training staffgood equipment variety
Address
95 Foster Dr., Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(678) 228-8011
Henry County Afterschool Enrichment Program - Hickory Flat Charter Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
841 Brannon Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 898-0107
Gold'S Gym Mcdonough
Child Daycare & Preschools

This listing appears to be for a gym facility (Gold's Gym/Fitness 2020), not a daycare center. The reviews are from gym members, not parents evaluating childcare services. This is a data mismatch.

N/A - Reviews are for a gymnot a daycare
Address
1090 Regency Plaza Blvd., Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-0804
Peoples Baptist Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
850 Mill Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Henry County Afterschool Enrichment Program - Walnut Creek Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3535 Mcdonough Parkway, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 288-8561
Henry County Afterschoool Enrichment Progrqam - Flippen Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
425 Peach Drive, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 954-3522
Salem Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1724 Highway 155 North, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 914-2449
Creekside Christian Academy
Church Daycare
Address
175 Foster Drive, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 961-9300
Divine Love Montessori INC.
Church Daycare
Address
180 Nail Drive, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(470) 214-7017
Big Blue Marble - Hwy 155
Child Daycare & Preschools

Big Blue Marble Academy has received 10 five-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, showing improved confidence and social skills. Communication with directors and teachers is highlighted as excellent, with regular updates via the Procare app.

Kind and loving staffclean facilitiesopen communication with parents
Address
1924 Hwy. 155 North, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 914-3811
Henry County Afterschool Enrichment Program - East Lake Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
199 East Lake Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(678) 583-8947
Eagle'S Landing Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2400 Highway 42 North, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-2927
Henry County Afterschool Enrichment Program - Timber Ridge Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2825 Georgia Highway 20, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 288-3237
Family Support Circle INC. - Youth Excellence Program - Excel Academy School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
330 Tomlinson Street, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 378-4070
Henry County Afterschool Enrichment Program - Oakland Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
551 Highway 81 West, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 954-1901
Henry County Afterschool Enrichment Program - Wesley Lakes Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
685 Mcdonough Parkway, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 914-1889

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Frequently asked questions

There are 52 all daycares in Mcdonough, Georgia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Mcdonough, 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
Mcdonough offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools β€” 31 facilities
  • Church Daycare β€” 7 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare β€” 14 facilities
Each type serves different needs β€” 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 Mcdonough for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mcdonough 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.