Children at daycare

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Bay, AL

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Grand Bay. Average rating: 3.85/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Grand Bay, Alabama at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
3.85/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Grand Bay offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.85/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grand Bay

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
    Small Wonders Child Care & Lrn. Center
    3.53 score
    3.3(10)

    11100 Highway 188, Grand Bay, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Small Wonders has highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between parent experiences. Positive reviews praise caring staff, educational instruction, and long-term satisfaction. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, unexplained bruises on children, allergic reaction incidents, and unprofessional staff conduct.

    caring and passionate staffeducational curriculumchildren enjoy attendingresponsive to parent con

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Grand Bay

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Grand Bay, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.85avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Grand Bay (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Grand Bay based on parent reviews

Lighthouse Academy Of Excellence&Achive.

4.4(3)

9930 Cody Driskell Road, Grand Bay, AL

Parents highlight a supportive, personalized environment where staff know families by name and foster significant developmental progress in young children. However, one parent reports that the center failed to return a call regarding an inquiry for an after-school program for an older child.

personalized attentionstaff familiarity with familiesstrong developmental outcomes for toddlers

Small Wonders Child Care & Lrn. Center

3.3(10)

11100 Highway 188, Grand Bay, AL

Small Wonders has highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between parent experiences. Positive reviews praise caring staff, educational instruction, and long-term satisfaction. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, unexplained bruises on children, allergic reaction incidents, and unprofessional staff conduct.

caring and passionate staffeducational curriculumchildren enjoy attending

Map

Daycare types in Grand Bay

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Bay, Alabama

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Grand Bay, Alabama, making up 75% of the 4 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 Grand Bay have an average rating of 3.85 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.85 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Grand Bay, 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 Grand Bay

Showing 3 results

Lighthouse Academy Of Excellence&Achive.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents highlight a supportive, personalized environment where staff know families by name and foster significant developmental progress in young children. However, one parent reports that the center failed to return a call regarding an inquiry for an after-school program for an older child.

personalized attentionstaff familiarity with familiesstrong developmental outcomes for toddlers
Address
9930 Cody Driskell Road, Grand Bay, AL
Phone
(251) 957-0641
Small Wonders Child Care & Lrn. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Small Wonders has highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between parent experiences. Positive reviews praise caring staff, educational instruction, and long-term satisfaction. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, unexplained bruises on children, allergic reaction incidents, and unprofessional staff conduct.

caring and passionate staffeducational curriculumchildren enjoy attending
Address
11100 Highway 188, Grand Bay, AL
Phone
(251) 865-9595
Sugar And Spice Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9851 School House Road, Grand Bay, AL
Phone
(251) 865-4628

Page 1 of 1· 3 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Grand Bay, Alabama, out of 4 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 Grand Bay have an average Google rating of 3.85 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Grand Bay, 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
Grand Bay offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Grand Bay for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Grand Bay 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.