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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Auburn, GA

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Auburn. Average rating: 4.83/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Auburn, Georgia at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.83/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Auburn has 6 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.83/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 30011 zip code, averaging 4.83 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Auburn

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
    Union Grove Preschool
    4.45 score
    4.9(5)

    4080 Fence Road, Auburn, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews appear to be about Union Grove Baptist Church rather than the preschool itself. Parents praise the church community for being welcoming and friendly. Limited actual daycare-specific feedback is available.

    Welcoming atmospherefriendly staffgood communitysense of belonging
  2. 2
    Sikes Rockin Horse Ranch
    4.41 score
    4.6(11)

    1670 Atlanta Highway Nw, Auburn, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 261 children

    Sikes Rockin Horse Ranch receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight exceptional staff, individual attention to children's developmental and emotional needs, safe environment, and educational activities. The facility appears to have strong allergy management protocols and fosters a love of learning.

    Caring and professional staffsafe and clean environmentindividual attention and emotional supporteducational activities and skill development

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Auburn

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.83avg rating
6 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Auburn zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
300116
4.83
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Auburn (16–261 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Auburn based on parent reviews

Union Grove Preschool

4.9(5)

4080 Fence Road, Auburn, GA

Reviews appear to be about Union Grove Baptist Church rather than the preschool itself. Parents praise the church community for being welcoming and friendly. Limited actual daycare-specific feedback is available.

Welcoming atmospherefriendly staffgood community

Learning Ladder Leaping Lizards/Wiz Kids

5(4)

1290 Atlanta Highway, Auburn, GA

Parents highlight the center's caring and efficient staff, noting that their children are excited to attend and have made significant academic progress, such as learning to read fluently. Reviewers describe the environment as trustworthy and affordable, with staff treating children like family. The few reviews so far mention no specific complaints or negatives.

caring and loving staffacademic progress (reading fluently)high student enthusiasm

Sikes Rockin Horse Ranch

4.6(11)

1670 Atlanta Highway Nw, Auburn, GA

Sikes Rockin Horse Ranch receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight exceptional staff, individual attention to children's developmental and emotional needs, safe environment, and educational activities. The facility appears to have strong allergy management protocols and fosters a love of learning.

Caring and professional staffsafe and clean environmentindividual attention and emotional support

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Daycare types in Auburn

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Auburn, Georgia

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Auburn, Georgia, making up 86% of the 7 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 Auburn have an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Auburn, 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 Auburn

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Learning Ladder Leaping Lizards/Wiz Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's caring and efficient staff, noting that their children are excited to attend and have made significant academic progress, such as learning to read fluently. Reviewers describe the environment as trustworthy and affordable, with staff treating children like family. The few reviews so far mention no specific complaints or negatives.

caring and loving staffacademic progress (reading fluently)high student enthusiasm
Address
1290 Atlanta Highway, Auburn, GA
Phone
(678) 377-1552
Union Grove Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Reviews appear to be about Union Grove Baptist Church rather than the preschool itself. Parents praise the church community for being welcoming and friendly. Limited actual daycare-specific feedback is available.

Welcoming atmospherefriendly staffgood community
Address
4080 Fence Road, Auburn, GA
Phone
(770) 365-2413
Sikes Rockin Horse Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Sikes Rockin Horse Ranch receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight exceptional staff, individual attention to children's developmental and emotional needs, safe environment, and educational activities. The facility appears to have strong allergy management protocols and fosters a love of learning.

Caring and professional staffsafe and clean environmentindividual attention and emotional support
Address
1670 Atlanta Highway Nw, Auburn, GA
Phone
(770) 822-5683
Old Peachtree Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
33 Hills Shop Road, Auburn, GA
Phone
(770) 963-3052
Countryside Montessori School At The Little Mulberry Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3674 Fence Road, Auburn, GA
Phone
(770) 277-3950
Learning Ladder Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
22 Apalachee Church Road, Auburn, GA
Phone
(678) 377-1552

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Auburn, Georgia, out of 7 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 Auburn have an average Google rating of 4.83 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Auburn, 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
Auburn offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 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 Auburn for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Auburn 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.