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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Fairfield, AL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Fairfield. Average rating: 4.45/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fairfield, Alabama at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.45/5
Parent reviews
53
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Fairfield has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 53 parent reviews averaging 4.45/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 35064 zip code, averaging 4.45 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fairfield

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

    143 Seminole Circle, Fairfield, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church in Fairfield, Alabama operates as a religious facility daycare with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the caring, compassionate environment and welcoming staff. One parent specifically mentioned positive experiences with the daycare services.

    caring pastor and stafffriendly and welcoming environmentcompassionate and loving atmospheregodly people
  2. 2

    324 59th Street, Fairfield, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews for First Baptist Church Day Care Center are overwhelmingly positive, with all submissions rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the spiritual environment, welcoming community, quality of services, and the lasting faith-based foundation provided to children.

    Spiritual foundation and faith-based educationwelcoming and friendly staff and membersquality preaching and biblical teachingsstrong sense of community and family connections
  3. 3
    Christ Episcopal Church
    4.31 score
    4.5(8)

    4301 Gary Avenue, Fairfield, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Christ Episcopal Church in Fairfield is primarily reviewed as a welcoming religious community rather than a daycare facility. Parents praise the inclusive, family-oriented atmosphere and spiritual experience, with all reviews expressing positive sentiments about the congregation and church environment.

    welcoming and inclusive environmentdiverse fellowship across races and economic backgroundswarm and kind peoplefamily-oriented

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Fairfield

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fairfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
350648
4.45
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fairfield (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Fairfield, Alabama

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Fairfield, Alabama, making up 22% of the 9 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Fairfield have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.45 stars. Our analysis covers 53 parent reviews.

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

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There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Fairfield, Alabama, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Fairfield have an average Google rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fairfield, 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
Fairfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 7 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 Fairfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fairfield 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.