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429 Child Daycare & Preschools in Atlanta, Georgia

Browse all 429 child daycare & preschools in Atlanta, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Atlanta

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

    887 West Marietta Street Nw, Studio T-108, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Create Your Dreams (CYD) is a nonprofit organization in Atlanta that serves students from elementary through college graduation, providing academic support, mentorship, and emotional guidance. Parents and educators consistently praise the organization for its transformative impact on students' academic and personal development, strong community partnerships, and dedicated staff. The program is particularly noted for supporting underserved youth and helping them achieve their

  2. 2

    330 Lynhurst Drive, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Leaders Academy of Arts for providing a clean, safe, and nurturing family-like environment with dedicated owner Ms. Dez. Children benefit from structured educational activities, home-cooked meals, and individualized attention that fosters academic growth, independence, and social skills development. Multiple parents report their children are excited to attend daily and feel secure in her care.

    Passionate and attentive ownerclean facilityhome-cooked mealsstructured curriculum covering letters/numbers/colors/shapes
  3. 3
    The Learning Loft Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1699 Westwood Avenue Sw, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    The Learning Loft Academy in Atlanta receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and communicative staff, nurturing learning environment, and strong developmental progress their children make. The facility is noted for being affordable, well-organized, and offering engaging activities and parent support programs.

    Caring and engaged staffexcellent communication from leadershipwarm family-like atmosphereplay-based curriculum with hands-on activities
  4. 4

    3525 Piedmont Rd., Building Building 7, Suite 110, Atlanta, GA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 174 children

    The Goddard School Atlanta Buckhead receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, well-organized facility and passionate, caring staff. Parents emphasize strong academic and social-emotional development, frequent communication, and engaging curriculum including enrichment activities like Spanish and music. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and thriving in their care.

    Clean and thoughtfully designed facilityknowledgeable and passionat
  5. 5

    760 Edgewood Ave Ne, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children

    Inman Park Cooperative Preschool receives universal praise from parents who highlight its strong community focus, play-based outdoor learning approach, and caring staff. Parents consistently emphasize the cooperative model that allows meaningful parental involvement and creates a family-like atmosphere. The school's use of Conscious Discipline is noted as beneficial for children's social-emotional development.

    Caring and dedicated staffplay-based learningoutdoor learning environmentstrong community and sense of family
  6. 6

    6025 Glenridge Drive Ne, Bldg. C, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 153 children

    Apostles Lutheran Day School receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff retention, personalized care, and strong academic preparation. Parents consistently report their children thriving in a warm, safe, family-like environment with low turnover contributing to stability and community.

    Staff retention (20+ year teachers)low turnoversmall family feelsafe and clean facility
  7. 7
    Beth Jacob Preschool
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1855 Lavista Road Ne, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 147 children

    Beth Jacob Preschool is a synagogue-based center in Atlanta with a 5/5 rating. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, beautiful facilities, and strong religious programming. The center is highly regarded as a leading Jewish institution in Georgia.

    welcoming communityfriendly staffbeautiful facilitiesmultiple daily services
  8. 8

    1855 Lavista Road, Atlanta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews consistently praise Congregation Beth Jacob as a welcoming and warm Jewish community with beautiful facilities. Parents highlight the friendly atmosphere, multiple daily prayer services, and spiritual environment. No specific daycare services are mentioned in the reviews.

    Welcoming communitybeautiful facilitymultiple daily servicesfriendly people
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    Effect K.I.D.S.
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1995 Metropolitan Parkway Sw, Atlanta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This appears to be a fitness gym, not a daycare center. The reviews praise Effect Fitness for high-energy workout classes, talented instructors, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Reviewers consistently highlight the motivating environment, excellent music, and supportive staff that makes fitness accessible to all experience levels.

    High-energy classesskilled instructorsmotivating musicfriendly and supportive staff
  10. 10

    301 Johnson Ferry Road Nw, Atlanta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Note: Reviews provided are for Sandy Springs Christian Church, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the church as welcoming, inclusive, and LGBTQ+ affirming with meaningful worship services, strong community involvement, and talented leadership under Rev. Nathan Brown.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentLGBTQ+ affirmingopen-minded approach to faithstrong sense of community

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Atlanta based on parent reviews

Create Your Dreams (C.Y.D)

5(20)

887 West Marietta Street Nw, Studio T-108, Atlanta, GA

Create Your Dreams (CYD) is a nonprofit organization in Atlanta that serves students from elementary through college graduation, providing academic support, mentorship, and emotional guidance. Parents and educators consistently praise the organization for its transformative impact on students' academic and personal development, strong community partnerships, and dedicated staff. The program is particularly noted for supporting underserved youth and helping them achieve their

Little Leaders Academy Of Arts

5(16)

330 Lynhurst Drive, Atlanta, GA

Parents consistently praise Little Leaders Academy of Arts for providing a clean, safe, and nurturing family-like environment with dedicated owner Ms. Dez. Children benefit from structured educational activities, home-cooked meals, and individualized attention that fosters academic growth, independence, and social skills development. Multiple parents report their children are excited to attend daily and feel secure in her care.

Passionate and attentive ownerclean facilityhome-cooked meals

The Learning Loft Academy

4.9(20)

1699 Westwood Avenue Sw, Atlanta, GA

The Learning Loft Academy in Atlanta receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and communicative staff, nurturing learning environment, and strong developmental progress their children make. The facility is noted for being affordable, well-organized, and offering engaging activities and parent support programs.

Caring and engaged staffexcellent communication from leadershipwarm family-like atmosphere

Inman Park Cooperative Preschool

4.9(20)

760 Edgewood Ave Ne, Atlanta, GA

Inman Park Cooperative Preschool receives universal praise from parents who highlight its strong community focus, play-based outdoor learning approach, and caring staff. Parents consistently emphasize the cooperative model that allows meaningful parental involvement and creates a family-like atmosphere. The school's use of Conscious Discipline is noted as beneficial for children's social-emotional development.

Caring and dedicated staffplay-based learningoutdoor learning environment

Apostles Lutheran Day School

4.9(20)

6025 Glenridge Drive Ne, Bldg. C, Atlanta, GA

Apostles Lutheran Day School receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff retention, personalized care, and strong academic preparation. Parents consistently report their children thriving in a warm, safe, family-like environment with low turnover contributing to stability and community.

Staff retention (20+ year teachers)low turnoversmall family feel

Beth Jacob Preschool

4.9(20)

1855 Lavista Road Ne, Atlanta, GA

Beth Jacob Preschool is a synagogue-based center in Atlanta with a 5/5 rating. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community, beautiful facilities, and strong religious programming. The center is highly regarded as a leading Jewish institution in Georgia.

welcoming communityfriendly staffbeautiful facilities

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Atlanta, Georgia

There are 429 child daycare & preschools in Atlanta, Georgia, making up 74% of the 578 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 Atlanta, 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 Atlanta

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Loving Arms Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
469 Hill Street S. E., Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 688-9455
G-P For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

The reviews provided do not appear to be authentic parent reviews for G-P FOR KIDS daycare center. Instead, they are reviews of a Georgia-Pacific office building in Atlanta, covering facilities like banking, retail, and building architecture. No actual feedback about daycare services, staff, or child care quality is present.

Building amenities (CVS pharmacycoffee shopconvenience store)
Address
133 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 652-2600
Atlanta School Of Excellence
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
180 Memorial Drive Se, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 581-9545
Mccullough'S Creative Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

McCullough's Creative Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from long-term families who praise the family-oriented atmosphere and caring staff. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about learning outcomes and staff friendliness. The majority of reviewers highlight the center's lasting impact on children's development and success.

Family-oriented environmentcaring and loving staffchildren treated like family members
Address
612 Clifton Road S.E., Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 624-1019
Soulshine
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

SoulShine receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the nurturing environment, organic/local food, and educational curriculum focused on nature and outdoor play. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about facility maintenance, safety incidents, staff retention, and management communication.

Caring and nurturing stafforganic and locally-sourced foodoutdoor play and nature focus
Address
2052 Hosea Williams Drive, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 377-3560
Peachtree Summit Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Peachtree Summit Child Care Center for its high-quality education, caring staff, and safe environment. Reviews highlight excellent communication, reasonable pricing, and comprehensive programs including language instruction and special needs support. Parents report their children are learning rapidly and enjoying their experience.

Experienced and attentive staffcomprehensive curriculum with language instructionreasonable pricing
Address
401 W Peachtree St, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 331-1600
Solomon'S Temple Foundation
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Solomon's Temple Foundation is an emergency and transitional housing program in Atlanta, not a traditional daycare center. Reviews praise the clean facilities, friendly staff, and supportive services for women and children in need of housing assistance.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and polite staffhelpful staff
Address
2836 Springdale Road Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(678) 448-8182
Regina'S Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1858 Turner Road, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 622-6344
Dahjia'S Learning Academy And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
2471 Fairburn Road, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(470) 240-4554
Children'S Choice Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Children's Choice Learning Center for its caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and benefit from structured activities, developmental support, and high-quality meals. The center is noted for good communication with parents and flexible scheduling.

Caring and professional staffchild engagement and happinessquality meals
Address
100 Alabama St. Sw, Suite Gr50, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 562-0158
Bright Beginning Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1629 Beecher Street, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(706) 299-1640
Atlanta Mission
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Note: This facility appears to be a homeless shelter/transitional housing program, not a daycare center. Reviews are mixed, with many praising the supportive staff, life skills programs, and success in helping residents rebuild their lives. However, some residents cite strict rules, lack of flexibility for work/childcare, and concerns about the program's approach.

Friendly and helpful staffnutritious foodlife skills and educational programs
Address
921 Howell Mill Road Nw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 367-2522
Elizabeth Burch Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Reviews are mixed with significant inconsistency in service quality. While many praise staff helpfulness and career advancement programs, others report serious communication failures and unprofessional conduct. The center appears to serve as a workforce development resource rather than a traditional daycare.

Helpful and supportive staff membersexcellent customer service from some employeeseffective career development and job placement programs
Address
818 Pollard Boulevard, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 546-3079
Precious Jewels Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
1284 Joseph E. Boone Boulevard Nw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(678) 974-8122
Atlanta Technical College Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

This listing appears to be misclassified. All 10 reviews are about forklift training courses taught by Mr. McCall at Atlanta Technical College, not about early childhood education services. The reviews consistently praise the instructor's knowledge, patience, and teaching quality.

Knowledgeable and patient instructorhands-on trainingsmall class sizes
Address
1560 Metropolitan Parkway, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 225-4581
Kid'S Time Early Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
3089 Campbellton Road S.W., Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 629-0710
Love Bug Learning Center @ Greenbriar
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Love Bug Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from parents and criticism from staff members. Parents highlight a safe, nurturing environment with caring staff and low teacher-to-student ratios, while former employees and a prospective parent cite facility cleanliness concerns, lack of cameras, insufficient changing tables, and unresponsive management to safety questions.

Safe and nurturing environmentprofessional and caring stafflow teacher-to-student ratio
Address
3480 Greenbriar Pkwy. Sw, Suite 101, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 254-0614
City Of Atlanta - Out Of School Time Programming At Adams Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Adams Park is praised as a beautiful, peaceful recreational space in the middle of Atlanta with diverse facilities and wildlife. Parents appreciate the natural setting, playground, sports facilities, and peaceful atmosphere for family outings.

Beautiful natural settingpeaceful environmentdiverse wildlife (crane
Address
1620 Delowe Drive Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 546-7662
Grady - Ponce De Leon Center Playroom
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Note: Reviews appear to be for a medical clinic, not a daycare center. The Grady Ponce de Leon Center Playroom is listed as a center-based daycare, but received reviews about healthcare services including HIV treatment, dental care, mental health services, and pharmacy services. No actual daycare reviews were found.

Compassionate and dedicated staffcomprehensive healthcare services (dentalmental health
Address
341 Ponce De Leon Avenue Ne, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 616-3964
Our House Genesis
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Our House Genesis is a shelter-based facility in Atlanta that provides childcare alongside housing assistance for families in need. Parents generally praise the mission and many staff members' dedication, though experiences vary regarding staff professionalism and rule enforcement.

Supportive mission helping homeless familiescaring and passionate staff members (particularly IrisNicosha
Address
173 Boulevard Ne, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 522-6056
Magnificent Early Learning Center 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Magnificent Early Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most recent parents praise the family-owned facility, clean environment, structured programs, and caring staff. However, some concerns have been raised about worker treatment.

Family-owned businessclean facilitywell-structured programs
Address
3155 Cushman Circle Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 691-0978
A Thru Z Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

A THRU Z Childcare & Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, educational development, and homemade baby food preparation. Negative reviews raise serious concerns about cleanliness, hygiene practices, inadequate supervision, and staff conduct.

Caring and attentive staffstrong parent-staff relationshipshomemade baby food preparation
Address
2950 Stone Hogan Connector, Ste. B, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 629-6868
Brookhaven Christian Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Brookhaven Christian CDC receives mixed reviews with strong polarization between parents. Positive reviews praise the experienced director, low staff turnover, organization, and caring staff. Negative reviews cite poor management, inadequate infant care practices, unsanitary facilities, and disrespectful director behavior.

Experienced director with 20+ years tenurelow staff turnoverorganized operations
Address
4500 Peachtree Rd. Ne, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 233-9446
Premiere Scholar Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Premiere Scholar Early Learning Center has highly polarized reviews ranging from 5/5 to 1/5 stars. Most positive reviews praise warm, caring staff, individualized learning, and strong teacher-child relationships, particularly highlighting directors Ms. Tonia and staff members Ms. Tiffany and Ms. Neffie. Negative reviews cite staff rudeness, inadequate incident handling, safety concerns including unexplained bruises and inappropriate touching, director unavailability, and ques

Address
5990 Appleleaf Lane, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(770) 774-0474
Doc B Cares - Homework And Nutrition Program - Edgewood Courts Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

These reviews appear to be for a residential community center, not a daycare. Residents consistently praise the property's 2018 renovation, improved safety and security, friendly staff, clean facilities, and accessible amenities. The transformation has made the community feel safer and more welcoming compared to its previous condition.

Post-renovation improvementsfriendly and responsive staffaccessible units for disabled residents
Address
1572 Hardee Street, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 694-7690
Yes! Atlanta
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

The reviews for YES! ATLANTA appear to be mismatched with a judicial courthouse rather than a daycare center. The limited relevant feedback mentions efficient operations, security, and helpful staff. One accessibility concern was noted regarding wheelchair ramps.

Efficient operationscourteous staffhelpful guardianship office personnel
Address
395 Pryor Street Sw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(678) 467-4743
Family Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Family Care Center receives consistently positive feedback with a 5.0/5 average rating across all recent reviews. Parents and clients praise the compassionate staff, comprehensive support services, and professional care provided by the organization. Multiple reviewers highlight how the center has made meaningful differences in their lives through clinical services, food pantry assistance, and community resources.

Caring and professional staffCompassionate case managersQuick response times and resource assistance
Address
1650 Alma Street, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 917-1000
The Highlands After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

The reviews appear to be mismatched with the daycare listing. Most reviews praise apartment complex management, maintenance, and dining services rather than after-school program services. One review mentions a daughter attending, but lacks specific details about the daycare's educational or care quality.

Friendly and responsive management staffclean facilitiesconvenient location near shops
Address
2051 Flat Shoals Road S.E., Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 606-4409
Project L.E.A.P. @ The Highlands
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

These reviews do not appear to be for the daycare center PROJECT L.E.A.P. @ THE HIGHLANDS. The reviews describe apartment/residential complex management, food service, and property maintenance rather than childcare services. No actual daycare parent reviews are present.

Responsive managementfriendly staffclean facilities
Address
2051 Flatshoals Road, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(770) 929-3019
Nurock Housing Foundation INC. Hidden Creste Breakout
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

This facility appears to be a housing apartment complex rather than a daycare center. All reviews are about the leasing and move-in experience, praising staff members like Shawanda, Nikita, Victoria, Jamilah, and Amari for their professionalism, warmth, and efficient service. Reviewers consistently highlight welcoming office staff and smooth application processes.

Professional and friendly staffefficient application and move-in processno application fees
Address
3200 Stone Road, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(678) 297-3396

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Frequently asked questions

There are 429 child daycare & preschools daycares in Atlanta, Georgia, out of 578 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 Atlanta, 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
Atlanta offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 429 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 9 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 47 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 93 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 Atlanta for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Atlanta 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.