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95 Child Daycare & Preschools in Birmingham, Alabama

Browse all 95 child daycare & preschools in Birmingham, Alabama. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Birmingham

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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    3775 Crosshaven Drive, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Birmingham is highly praised by families as a welcoming and inclusive faith community. Parents consistently highlight the warm, loving atmosphere and strong sense of community across all ages. The facility is noted for its excellent preschool program and commitment to acceptance regardless of background or faith journey.

    welcoming and inclusive environmentstrong community atmosphereexcellent preschool programcaring clergy
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    225 Centerview Drive, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mountaintop Community Church is a non-denominational Christian facility founded in 1992 that serves over 2,000 members. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere where visitors and long-time attendees alike feel like family. The church is recognized for its contemporary worship, community involvement, and spiritual growth resources.

    warm and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereinclusive communitystrong spiritual foundation
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    5125 Sicard Hollow Road, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Grace UMC is a welcoming United Methodist congregation in Birmingham that focuses on family, community, and faith-based learning. Parents consistently praise the inclusive, non-judgmental environment and strong leadership under Pastor Wade. The church offers programs for all ages including nursery, children's church, and family events.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentPastor Wade's relevant and scriptural sermonsstrong sense of community and familyquality music programs
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    328 Robison Drive, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    This facility is primarily a religious worship center rather than a daycare. Reviews praise the church's worship experience, pastoral leadership, and welcoming community atmosphere. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed strong satisfaction with their spiritual experience.

    Inspiring worship and praiseimpactful sermons from Pastor Harriswelcoming communityinclusive for all ages
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    151 Covenant Way, Birmingham, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be for Covenant Community Church, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and sense of community. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and recommend the organization.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentcaring pastorstrong sense of community and familyChrist-centered teachings
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    2725 24th Street Sw, Birmingham, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Canaan Land Learning Enrichment Center as an excellent daycare facility. All reviewers highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, exceptional cleanliness, and strong academic curriculum. Children show developmental progress and parents report their kids are happy and eager to attend.

    Warm and friendly staffDirector Ms. Vivian highly praisedClean and organized facilityAcademic-focused curriculum
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    Christian Life Church
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    2490 Valleydale Road, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Christian Life Church in Birmingham is highly regarded for its welcoming atmosphere, diverse congregation, and strong children's ministry program. Parents consistently praise the pastoral leadership, worship services, and sense of community. The facility's security and check-in/check-out processes were specifically noted as reliable.

    welcoming atmospherediverse and inclusive communityexcellent children's ministryengaging worship services
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    700 - 23rd Avenue Nw, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Rebirth Christian Fellowship Church receives unanimous 5-star ratings from visitors who praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual environment, and pastor Taylor's relatable messaging. Attendees consistently report feeling inspired, appreciated, and refreshed by the worship experience and sense of community.

    Welcoming environmentrelatable pastorspirit-filled atmospherequality sermons
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    2541 Rocky Ridge Road, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mountain Chapel United Methodist Church offers MDO (Mother's Day Out) and preschool programs that parents praise for quality curriculum, affordability, and welcoming community. Reviewers highlight the church's friendly congregation, strong children's ministries, and the lasting friendships formed through their programs.

    affordable pricinggood curriculumfriendly congregationquality children's and preschool programs
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    3405 Brookwood Road, Birmingham, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church in Birmingham operates a preschool program that parents praise highly. Reviews highlight the welcoming community, friendly staff, and quality educational programs. The facility is noted for its beautiful grounds and family-oriented atmosphere.

    welcoming congregationfriendly stafftop-notch preschool programbeautiful facility and grounds

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Birmingham based on parent reviews

Covenant Community Ch. - Homewood

4.9(20)

151 Covenant Way, Birmingham, AL

Note: Reviews appear to be for Covenant Community Church, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and sense of community. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and recommend the organization.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentcaring pastorstrong sense of community and family

Canaan Land Learning Enrichment Center

4.9(20)

2725 24th Street Sw, Birmingham, AL

Parents consistently praise Canaan Land Learning Enrichment Center as an excellent daycare facility. All reviewers highlight the caring and knowledgeable staff, exceptional cleanliness, and strong academic curriculum. Children show developmental progress and parents report their kids are happy and eager to attend.

Warm and friendly staffDirector Ms. Vivian highly praisedClean and organized facility

Primrose School Of Meadowbrook

4.8(20)

4855 Meadowbrook Road, Birmingham, AL

Primrose School of Meadowbrook in Birmingham receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the warm, family-oriented environment, caring and attentive staff, strong curriculum, and the school's ability to support children's academic and emotional development. Children are reported to be excited about attending and forming lasting friendships.

caring and loving staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong educational curriculum

Be'Kare Child Dev Center

4.8(20)

2561 Acton Road, Birmingham, AL

BE'KARE Child Dev Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff, safe and clean facilities, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Parents consistently highlight low staff turnover, excellent communication, and strong educational outcomes as key strengths. Multiple families report long-term enrollment spanning years, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Caring and dedicated staffStaff stability/low turnoverSafe and clean facilities

Bethel Missionary Bapt. Ch. Pratt City

4.8(20)

1708 Spencer Ave., Birmingham, AL

Reviews praise Bethel Missionary Baptist Church's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual environment, and community involvement. Parents highlight the rebuilt facility, friendly staff, and quality programming including summer camp. The church is noted for its compassionate approach to community needs.

Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful rebuilt facilitystrong spiritual atmosphere

Life Changing Worship Center

4.9(11)

7833 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL

This facility is actually a church/worship center, not a daycare. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual teachings, and leadership of Pastor CJ and Lady Kenisha Anderson. Members report feeling loved and experiencing personal spiritual growth.

Welcoming communitystrong leadershipspiritual growth focus

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Birmingham, Alabama

There are 95 child daycare & preschools in Birmingham, Alabama, making up 46% of the 208 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Birmingham, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Birmingham

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Kids R Us Leadership Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7
Address
8316-First Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 902-6442
Jump Start Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
2132 Carson Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 540-5030
Baby Duck Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.3
Address
1129 Springville Rd, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 568-5744
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Birmingham receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-oriented environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong teacher-child relationships and transparent communication through daily photos and updates. The facility is noted for its personalized approach to each child's development and supportive administration.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong tea
Address
5198 Valleydale Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 991-5391
Trinity Outreach Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8916 Parkway East, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 815-9725
Kindercare Learning Ctr 301261
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews are sharply divided. Several parents praise the caring staff and feel their children are safe, while others report serious safety concerns including allergic reaction incidents, unexplained injuries, lack of supervision, and poor management. Common complaints include lack of cameras, high staff turnover, and inattentive directors.

Caring and sweet teachersespecially Ms. Elainehands-on directors
Address
1700 Corporate Drive, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 995-8598
Odyssey Early Schools INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise ODYSSEY EARLY SCHOOLS INC. (now operating as Big Blue Marble Academy) for its caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong academic programs. All reviewers report high satisfaction with teacher quality, child engagement, and facility cleanliness. Children are described as excited to attend and thriving both socially and academically.

Caring and affectionate teachersclean facilitystrong academic curriculum
Address
104 Heatherbrooke Pk Dr, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 991-0039
Hilltop Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6 Abbot Square, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 437-9343
Bright Horizons At Riverchase
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
140 Riverchase Pkway E, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 220-5100
Beyond Faith Ministries - Site II
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4941 Court R, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 223-0104
Cohn Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3960 Montclair Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 879-0411
Creative Academy Daycare & Learning Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2149 Emerald Pointe Drive, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 402-0617
Ephesus Academy Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
829 Mcmillon Avenue Sw, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 786-2195
The Child Nurturing & Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7525 Oporta Madrid Blvd, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 833-2953
Highlands School Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4901 Old Leeds Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 956-9731
La Petite Academy Grayson Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Grayson Valley receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and dedicated staff, particularly teachers Ms. Brionna Bullard, Ms. G, Ms. Bri, Ms. Janae, and Ms. Autumn, for their commitment to child development and creating a nurturing environment. The new director Christina is also noted for her leadership and involvement with staff and classrooms.

Caring and attentive
Address
5640 Chalkville Mtn Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 856-0948
Mizz Margaret'S Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2038 Old Springville Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 854-5506
Highlands United Methodist Chu. Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews are not from parents about daycare services. Instead, reviews praise Highlands United Methodist Church for community outreach programs including feeding the homeless, providing hygiene items, assisting with ID acquisition, and offering a welcoming worship environment. The facility is described as a caring church with compassionate staff and volunteers.

Community support for homeless and low-income familieswelcoming and friendly congregationbeautiful church building
Address
1045 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 933-0230
Kinder Care Learning Center #1334
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center #1334 in Birmingham for its caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the teachers' passion for child development, the daily app updates, and their children's visible progress in learning and social skills. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care and describe the staff as family-like.

Caring and passionate staffexperienced teachers with low turnoverdaily app updates with photos and activity reports
Address
3160 Old Columbiana Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 822-8110
Odyssey Early School Trace Crossings
Child Daycare & Preschools

ODYSSEY Early School Trace Crossings in Birmingham receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, and clean facilities. However, a small number of reviews raise concerns about staff consistency, hiring practices, and director friendliness.

Caring and invested staffstrong curriculum and educational outcomesclean facilities
Address
401 Emery Drive, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 988-8829
Next Phase Ministry Of God
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
323 Gadsden Highway, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 502-7766
Ywca Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

The YWCA Child Development Center in Birmingham receives mixed reviews. Most reviewers praise the facility as a safe, clean environment with friendly staff and strong safety protocols. However, some residents report serious concerns about security issues, lack of responsiveness from management, and communication barriers.

Safe and clean environmentfriendly and helpful staffstrong health and safety protocols
Address
309 23rd Street North, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 322-9922
Jcceo Elyton Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
432 Center Street North, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 327-7500
Rainbow Covenant Of Birmingham
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
265 Roebuck Drive, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 323-7380
Gifted And Anointed Outreach Worship Cen
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7821 First Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 202-4073
Growing Berries On The Vine Christian Ch
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1136 Cotton Avenue S.W., Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 541-2655
The Assembly Of The Sons Of God
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3512 Jefferson Ave. Sw, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 202-5640
Todaycare Ssa Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1200 Rev Abraham Woods Jr Blvd, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 801-2800
La Petite Academy Highway 150
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Highway 150 in Birmingham receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, attentive staff, clean and safe environment, and strong educational focus. Parents highlight excellent communication, camera access for monitoring, and smooth transitions for children.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean environmentexcellent parent communication
Address
2330 John Hawkins Pkwy Highway 150, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 988-4551
Forest Hills Community Development Ctr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7000 Grasselli Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 588-5454

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Frequently asked questions

There are 95 child daycare & preschools daycares in Birmingham, Alabama, out of 208 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Birmingham, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Alabama's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Alabama)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Birmingham offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 95 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 101 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Alabama 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 Birmingham for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Birmingham must be licensed by Alabama'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.