How do I choose the right daycare in Americus?

When choosing a daycare in Americus, 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

What types of daycare are available in Americus?

Americus offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Americus, Georgia (12 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Georgia?

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 Americus for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Americus

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.

Georgia Southwestern Early Childhood Development Center

4.4 score

4.5(20)

800 Wheatley Street, Americus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The reviews do not pertain to the daycare center listed. All reviews are about Georgia Southwestern State University, a higher education institution. There is no valid feedback available for the Georgia Southwestern Early Childhood Development Center daycare facility.

None applicable to daycare

Doll'S Little Haven Christian Academy

4.22 score

4.4(6)

514 North Lee Street, Americus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

Doll's Little Haven Christian Academy (also referred to as Tooty Tots) receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff warmth, educational quality, and child care standards. Most parents report children are well-fed, clean, happy, and making academic progress. One negative review cited staff rudeness, inconsistent teacher assignments, and billing disputes.

excellent education and learning outcomeswell-fed childrenclean facilitieswarm and caring staff

Jackie'S Lil Tooty Tots Daycare

4.22 score

4.4(6)

415 Winn Street, Americus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

Jackie's Lil Tooty Tots Daycare in Americus, Georgia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for educational quality, nutrition, staff warmth, and child development. One parent reported negative experiences including staff inconsistency, billing issues, and rude treatment.

excellent education and learning outcomesnutritious mealsclean facilitiescaring and friendly staff

Child Daycare & Preschools in Americus, Georgia

There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Americus, Georgia, making up 71% of the 17 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 Americus, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 12 child daycare & preschools daycares in Americus, Georgia, out of 17 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 Americus, 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

Americus offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 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 Americus for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Americus 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.

12 Child Daycare & Preschools in Americus, Georgia

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Americus

Top Rated

Georgia Southwestern Early Childhood Development Center

Doll'S Little Haven Christian Academy

Jackie'S Lil Tooty Tots Daycare

Kid'S Kastle Day Care & Learning Center

Bright Beginnings

Setting The Foundation

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Daycare types in Americus