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851 Child Daycare & Preschools in Alabama

Browse 851 child daycare & preschools across Alabama. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Alabama

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Alabama can make the decision-making process smoother.

Alabama has about 1,797 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Alabama. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Alabama

There are 1,797 daycares in Alabama: 182 headstart facilities, 30 before/after school centers, 734 religious facility daycares, and 851 childcare and preschool centers.

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Friend'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight exceptional care and satisfaction at this center, with one reviewer calling it the best provider they have encountered. Another parent values the supportive staff and the Brightwheel app for sharing daily updates and photos of their child's activities.

Exceptional quality of caresupportive and nice staffBrightwheel app for daily updates and photos
Address
788 Hwy 31, Warrior, AL
Phone
(205) 647-8880
Heaven Sent
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent notes that staff are sweet and their daughter runs in excited, while another describes the staff as warm, kind, and easy to work with, with their son loving the place. A third review simply states the daycare is wonderful and their daughter loves it.

friendly and sweet staffexcited childwarm atmosphere
Address
409 N. Three Notch Street, Troy, AL
Phone
(334) 808-4206
Genesis Academy Christian Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Genesis Academy Christian Ministries receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as a loving, safe, and clean facility with caring staff. Parents consistently highlight the combination of quality childcare, early childhood education, and Christian faith-based instruction as exceptional. Multiple families report long-term loyalty and notable child development progress.

Christian/faith-based educationcaring and professional staffclean and sanitized facility
Address
405 Nichols Road, Mcintosh, AL
Phone
(251) 944-2456
Bright Beginnings Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Bright Beginnings Day Care in Harvest, Alabama receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and strong curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the director Mrs. Trina and her team for their attentiveness, communication, and genuine love for the children, with many noting significant developmental improvements in their kids.

Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesstrong curriculum
Address
1095 Capshaw Rd, Harvest, AL
Phone
(256) 325-1129
Flum Weekday Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1711 4th Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL
Phone
(205) 758-6623
Covenant Community Church Site V
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Covenant Community Church Site V has a 4.9/5 Google rating with 10 reviews, all 5-star ratings. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, caring leadership under Pastor JR, and inclusive community environment. Parents highlight the spiritual focus and sense of family within the church community.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentcaring pastor and staffstrong sense of community and family
Address
5390 Magnolia Trace, Hoover, AL
Phone
(205) 903-8721
Covenant Community Church Site I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Reviews consistently praise Covenant Community Church Site I as a welcoming and inclusive community. Parents highlight the caring leadership, spiritual atmosphere, and friendly parishioners as key strengths. The facility is described as a positive asset to the Hoover community.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentcaring pastorfriendly parishioners
Address
25 Southlake Lane, Hoover, AL
Phone
(205) 988-8668
Covenant Community Ch. - Homewood
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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
Address
151 Covenant Way, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 903-8721
Faith Community Fellowship
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Faith Community Fellowship is a highly-rated church in Trussville with excellent children's ministry programs for ages under 5 through 12. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, pastoral leadership, and strong community feel. The facility offers multiple activities and small groups for families.

Welcoming and friendly staffexcellent children's ministry programsquality pastoral teaching
Address
7660 Gadsden Hwy., Trussville, AL
Phone
(205) 655-1575
Grace Point At Mt. Olive Umc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Grace Point at Mt. Olive is a church-based facility with an excellent 5/5 rating. Reviews praise the welcoming and hospitable community, noting that the church extends beyond its congregation to support local organizations like Cub Scouts and provides a friendly environment for visitors.

Welcoming and hospitable staffinclusive communityfacility availability for community groups
Address
2451 Mt. Olive Road, Mt. Olive, AL
Phone
(205) 631-4924
Canaan Land Learning Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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
Address
2725 24th Street Sw, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 929-0707
St. John'S Deliverance Temple
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the church atmosphere, worship experience, and welcoming community. Reviewers highlight the spiritual environment, passionate preaching, and friendly members who make visitors feel at home.

Welcoming and friendly atmospherespiritual worship experiencepassionate preaching and teaching of God's word
Address
1624 Boykin Blvd., Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 470-0350
Second Chance Full Gospel Outreach Ch.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Reviews praise the church's spiritual environment and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the pastor and assistant pastor's character and describe the facility as having God's presence. Music quality is also noted positively.

Friendly peoplespiritual environmentgood music
Address
155 - 9th Avenue, Chickasaw, AL
Phone
(251) 452-8121
Abundant Life Community Fellowship Ch.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Reviews praise the church community and spiritual leadership, with particular appreciation for Bishop Powell's preaching and the supportive church family. However, these reviews appear to focus on church services rather than daycare operations, and no parents specifically comment on childcare quality, facilities, or staff interactions with children.

Spiritual leadership and preachingwelcoming church communitysupportive pastoral staff
Address
3401 Meridian Street, Huntville, AL
Phone
(256) 203-2866
Grove Hill Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Grove Hill Academy receives universal praise from parents who highlight its superior safety measures, low staff-to-child ratios, and compassionate teaching approach. Parents consistently describe it as the best daycare option in Auburn, with particular appreciation for responsive management, daily photo updates, and a calm, nurturing environment where children are engaged and happy.

Low staff-to-child ratioshighly trained staffgentle discipline techniques
Address
1279 Weatherford St, Auburn, AL
Phone
(334) 521-0308
Grace Fellowship
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents describe Grace Fellowship as a welcoming church community with a strong spiritual foundation. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly atmosphere and biblical teachings, with many emphasizing a sense of belonging and family within the congregation.

Welcoming environmentfriendly staffbiblical teachings
Address
1740 S. Juniper Street, Foley, AL
Phone
(251) 968-5302
Life Changing Worship Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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
Address
7833 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 789-1307
Hansel & Gretel Pre-School & Dev. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent describes the center as loving, family-oriented, and safe, noting that teachers effectively teach and interact with children. This reviewer also highlights strong academic outcomes, with older children performing above their age level. A second parent mentions that their nieces enjoy attending the facility.

loving environmentfamily-orientedsafe
Address
3010 Mobile Highway, Montgomery, AL
Phone
(334) 269-5644
Southlawn Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

A parent who attended this center as a child now sends their own kids there, praising the long-standing staff and clean environment. Another review highlights the facility's ability to handle school-age homework help and early childhood education, while a third mentions convenient location for errands.

multi-generational trustexperienced and friendly teachersclean facility
Address
125 Greenleaf Drive, Montgomery, AL
Phone
(334) 286-1056
Successful Living Intergenerational Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviewers highlight the facility's clean environment and helpful staff, with one parent noting their daughter enjoys the preschool program. Another parent expressed strong pride in the center.

clean environmenthelpful staffpreschool program
Address
1902 Bullard Street, Montgomery, AL
Phone
(334) 264-1790
Primrose School Of Meadowbrook
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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
Address
4855 Meadowbrook Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 991-3020
All About Me L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the caring staff who treat children like family and provide engaging activities, with one noting the difficulty of finding comparable care elsewhere. While a few families have used the center for years, the majority of feedback comes from parents who recently relocated.

caring stafffamily-like treatmentfun activities
Address
1849 Lee Street, Rogersville, AL
Phone
(256) 247-7816
Be'Kare Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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
Address
2561 Acton Road, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 967-4089
Bethel Missionary Bapt. Ch. Pratt City
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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
Address
1708 Spencer Ave., Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 798-0371
Einstein'S Playground
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews provided are not for Einstein's Playground daycare but rather for The Worship Center Christian Church. No actual daycare reviews are available for this center.

None mentioned for daycare
Address
7555 Dickey Springs Road, Bessemer, AL
Phone
(205) 434-2066
Little People'S Pathway INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the nurturing and safe environment provided by the director and staff, noting that children are excited to attend. Reviewers appreciate the personal care and helpfulness of the leadership, with one family noting their child's long-term attendance from infancy to preschool age.

nurturing environmentsafe settingcaring staff
Address
104 20th Avenue Nw, Birmingham, AL
Phone
(205) 856-9734
Cross And Crown Family Worship Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Note: The reviews provided are for a church/worship center, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, friendly pastoral staff, and spiritual atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings with positive comments about the worship experience and Christian community.

Welcoming and friendly congregationkind pastoral staffstrong sense of hospitality
Address
8851 Three Notch Road, Mobile, AL
Phone
(251) 661-9509
Kids Space Palace
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Kids Space Palace is highly regarded by parents, with staff frequently described as caring and treating children like their own. The center serves ages 6 weeks to 12 years and offers both indoor and outdoor activities. One parent noted that the facility's website information about party bookings was outdated.

Caring and attentive stafftreats children like their ownsafe and secure environment
Address
222 Homer Nance Road, Huntsville, AL
Phone
(256) 859-0930
Small Wonders Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent describes Small Wonders Learning Center as a great place for their child, expressing trust in the staff's ability to ensure safety and learning. However, they note that communication from some teachers can be inconsistent.

Great environmenttrusted learning and safety
Address
300 W. F. Burns Drive, Valley, AL
Phone
(334) 756-7171
The Children'S Choice
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise The Children's Choice for exceptional care, particularly for early intervention services and children with special needs. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and genuinely dedicated to their work. The facility and management team are highly regarded for creating a family-like, welcoming environment.

Excellent early intervention servicescaring and professional stafffamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
415 Castle Avenue, Anniston, AL
Phone
(256) 237-8203

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Frequently asked questions

There are 851 child daycare & preschools daycares across Alabama. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Alabama are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Alabama's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Alabama, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Alabama sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Alabama vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.