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96 Child Daycare & Preschools in Augusta, Georgia

Browse all 96 child daycare & preschools in Augusta, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Augusta

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

    2434 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    Cathy's Daycare Learning Center in Augusta, Georgia maintains a perfect 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, and strong communication. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement and social skills growth.

    Caring and loving staff who treat children as their ownexcellent communication with parentsdevelopmental progress and learning activitiescleanliness of facility
  2. 2

    2834 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Parents consistently praise Bright Start for exceptional child development, caring staff, and engaging learning opportunities. Children show significant growth in confidence, independence, academic skills, and social-emotional development. The center maintains strong parent communication and offers diverse activities including outdoor play and onsite karate instruction.

    Caring and attentive staffchild development and learning outcomesparent engagement and communicationsafe environment
  3. 3

    2561 Lumpkin Rd., Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

    Cathy's Daycare Learning Center #2 in Augusta, Georgia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, learning activities, and developmental progress of their children. Parents consistently highlight the cleanliness of the facility, strong communication from teachers, and the family-like atmosphere created by owner Ms. Cathy and director Mr. David. Many report significant improvements in their children's speech, social skills, and confidence.

    Caring and loving staffstrong developmental progress (speechlanguagesocial skills
  4. 4

    600 Stevens Creek Road, Augusta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Stevens Creek Church Employee Child Care in Augusta, Georgia is a religious facility with a 4.9/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming and spiritual atmosphere, with visitors highlighting the comfortable environment, quality worship services, and strong sense of community.

    Welcoming and friendly staffspiritual and Godly environmentengaging worship musicclean facilities
  5. 5
    Open Door Preschool
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    3005 Walton Way, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Open Door Preschool in Augusta receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, respectful staff and strong communication. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially in a safe, nurturing environment that feels like home. Many families return for multiple children and recommend the school highly.

    Caring and loving staffexcellent communicationsafe environmentbalanced curriculum mixing free play with structured learning
  6. 6

    2621 Washington Road, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This listing appears to be for a Christian bookstore with a coffee shop, not a daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facility, wide selection of Christian books and items, and quality customer service.

    Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitygood selection of Christian books and resourceson-site coffee shop
  7. 7

    1420 Monte Sano Avenue, Augusta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews praise St. Mary's as a welcoming Catholic parish with beautiful architecture, engaging homilies, and strong community. Parents appreciate the inclusive atmosphere, diverse ministries, and accommodating facilities for various occasions. The parish is noted for making visitors feel welcomed and valued.

    Beautiful church buildingwelcoming and friendly communityengaging and relevant sermonsaccommodating facilities (cry room
  8. 8
    West Lake Country Club
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    3556 West Lake Drive, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This facility is not a daycare center but rather a private golf club and country club in Augusta, Georgia. The reviews provided are about golf course conditions, membership experience, and event hosting, not childcare services.

    None - reviews are not applicable to daycare services
  9. 9

    2220 Walton Way, Augusta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 162 children

    Woodlawn Preschool & Child Development receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, nurturing teachers and directors who treat children with genuine kindness and attention. The facility is described as a welcoming, family-oriented environment where children are happy to attend.

    Caring and dedicated teacherskind and nurturing environmentchildren enjoy attendingdirectors are helpful and supportive
  10. 10

    1330 Monte Sano Avenue, Augusta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    One parent provided a detailed review of the preschool and kindergarten program, praising the exceptional staff, engaging activities, and individualized attention. The remaining reviews focus on the church's worship services rather than the daycare program itself.

    Exceptional staffsmall class sizesindividualized attentiondiverse activities and field trips

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Augusta based on parent reviews

Cathy'S Daycare Learning Center

5(17)

2434 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, GA

Cathy's Daycare Learning Center in Augusta, Georgia maintains a perfect 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, and strong communication. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement and social skills growth.

Caring and loving staff who treat children as their ownexcellent communication with parentsdevelopmental progress and learning activities

Bright Start Childcare And Learning Center

5(17)

2834 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA

Parents consistently praise Bright Start for exceptional child development, caring staff, and engaging learning opportunities. Children show significant growth in confidence, independence, academic skills, and social-emotional development. The center maintains strong parent communication and offers diverse activities including outdoor play and onsite karate instruction.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and learning outcomesparent engagement and communication

Cathy'S Daycare Learning Center #2

5(17)

2561 Lumpkin Rd., Augusta, GA

Cathy's Daycare Learning Center #2 in Augusta, Georgia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, learning activities, and developmental progress of their children. Parents consistently highlight the cleanliness of the facility, strong communication from teachers, and the family-like atmosphere created by owner Ms. Cathy and director Mr. David. Many report significant improvements in their children's speech, social skills, and confidence.

Caring and loving staffstrong developmental progress (speechlanguage

Open Door Preschool

5(9)

3005 Walton Way, Augusta, GA

Open Door Preschool in Augusta receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, respectful staff and strong communication. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially in a safe, nurturing environment that feels like home. Many families return for multiple children and recommend the school highly.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communicationsafe environment

Whole Life Christian Academy

4.8(20)

2621 Washington Road, Augusta, GA

This listing appears to be for a Christian bookstore with a coffee shop, not a daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facility, wide selection of Christian books and items, and quality customer service.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitygood selection of Christian books and resources

West Lake Country Club

4.7(20)

3556 West Lake Drive, Augusta, GA

This facility is not a daycare center but rather a private golf club and country club in Augusta, Georgia. The reviews provided are about golf course conditions, membership experience, and event hosting, not childcare services.

None - reviews are not applicable to daycare services

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Augusta, Georgia

There are 96 child daycare & preschools in Augusta, Georgia, making up 75% of the 128 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 Augusta, 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 Augusta

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Tots Of Joy Daycare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1637 15th Street, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 481-9447
Cathy'S Daycare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Cathy's Daycare Learning Center in Augusta, Georgia maintains a perfect 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, and strong communication. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement and social skills growth.

Caring and loving staff who treat children as their ownexcellent communication with parentsdevelopmental progress and learning activities
Address
2434 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 798-8414
Goshen'S Daycare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1665 Goshen Rd., Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 790-6376
Childcare Of Excellence
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3350 Old Louisville Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 798-6865
Bright Start Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Bright Start for exceptional child development, caring staff, and engaging learning opportunities. Children show significant growth in confidence, independence, academic skills, and social-emotional development. The center maintains strong parent communication and offers diverse activities including outdoor play and onsite karate instruction.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and learning outcomesparent engagement and communication
Address
2834 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 910-8260
Cathy'S Daycare Learning Center #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Cathy's Daycare Learning Center #2 in Augusta, Georgia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, learning activities, and developmental progress of their children. Parents consistently highlight the cleanliness of the facility, strong communication from teachers, and the family-like atmosphere created by owner Ms. Cathy and director Mr. David. Many report significant improvements in their children's speech, social skills, and confidence.

Caring and loving staffstrong developmental progress (speechlanguage
Address
2561 Lumpkin Rd., Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 772-9214
Amazing Angels Childcare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3374 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(478) 494-9366
Family And Friends Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
425 East Boundary, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 631-8793
Universal Child Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2145 Bungalow Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 793-7000
Open Door Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Open Door Preschool in Augusta receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, respectful staff and strong communication. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially in a safe, nurturing environment that feels like home. Many families return for multiple children and recommend the school highly.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communicationsafe environment
Address
3005 Walton Way, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 738-4448
Whole Life Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

This listing appears to be for a Christian bookstore with a coffee shop, not a daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facility, wide selection of Christian books and items, and quality customer service.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitygood selection of Christian books and resources
Address
2621 Washington Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 737-4530
Woodlawn Preschool & Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Woodlawn Preschool & Child Development receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, nurturing teachers and directors who treat children with genuine kindness and attention. The facility is described as a welcoming, family-oriented environment where children are happy to attend.

Caring and dedicated teacherskind and nurturing environmentchildren enjoy attending
Address
2220 Walton Way, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 738-2546
West Lake Country Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

This facility is not a daycare center but rather a private golf club and country club in Augusta, Georgia. The reviews provided are about golf course conditions, membership experience, and event hosting, not childcare services.

None - reviews are not applicable to daycare services
Address
3556 West Lake Drive, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 863-8640
The Adventure Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
4350 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 750-9306
Abc Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

ABC Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the clean facility, caring staff, and family-like atmosphere. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about staff supervision and professionalism during a field trip, citing inadequate monitoring of children and unprofessional behavior by employees.

clean facilitywelcoming staffpersonable environment
Address
3331 Milledgeville Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 738-5472
Big Blue Marble - Madeline Drive
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Big Blue Marble Madeline Drive receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and well-trained staff, strong communication, engaging curriculum, and nurturing environment where children are excited to attend.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationengaging activities and learning opportunities
Address
4124 Madeline Drive, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 210-7000
Big Blue Marble - Steven'S Creek Road
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Big Blue Marble Stevens Creek for its warm, attentive staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication through the parent app, safety protocols, and enriching activities that help children develop skills and confidence. Children reportedly transition quickly, enjoy attending daily, and form lasting friendships with peers and teachers.

Warm and welcoming staffattentive to parent concernsclean facility
Address
925 Steven'S Creek Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 863-9485
Kreative Minds Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
2542 Milledgeville Rd., Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 364-5627
Abc Day Care And Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

ABC Day Care and Kindergarten in Augusta, Georgia receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the attentive staff and quality care. However, one parent reported a serious incident where their child was not picked up from school.

Excellent serviceattentive staffcaring approach
Address
3305 Pecan Street, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 796-6455
Richmond Alternative Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
970 Baker Avenue, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 796-4965
Loud Crowd Garrett Gymnasium
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews for Loud Crowd Garrett Gymnasium are mixed in relevance to daycare operations. Many reviewers appear to reference the facility as a gymnasium and community space rather than as a daycare center. Parents mention friendly staff, cleanliness, and after-school programs positively, though one parent noted behavioral concerns.

Friendly staffafter-school programclean facility
Address
1110 Eisenhower Drive, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 821-1775
Aldersgate Preschool And Children'S Morning Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
3185 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 733-4416
Wilson Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Wilson Family YMCA is a well-maintained, multi-purpose facility in Augusta that offers diverse classes, equipment, and activities for families. Parents consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, organized operations, and variety of amenities including pools, fitness classes, and recreational programs. The $80 membership for two adults and six dependents is noted as good value.

Friendly and helpful staffclean and well-maintained facilityvariety of classes and equipment
Address
3570 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 922-9622
Loud Crowd After School Program Mcbean Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews consistently praise McBean Community Center as a clean, well-maintained facility with excellent amenities for community events and recreation. Parents appreciate the spacious grounds, outdoor park with splash pad, walking track, and quality kitchen facilities. The venue is noted as safe, underutilized, and great for parties and family activities.

Clean facilitylarge capacity for eventswell-equipped kitchen with ice maker
Address
1155 Hephiibah Mcbean Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 560-1814
Augusta South Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Augusta South Family YMCA offers childcare services praised for being safe, loving, and happy environments for children while parents exercise. The facility itself is clean, well-maintained, and conveniently located, with friendly and professional staff. Parents appreciate the variety of classes, equipment, and additional amenities available.

Safe and loving childcare environmentfriendly and helpful staffclean facility
Address
2215 Tobacco Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 922-9650
Loud Crowd Warren Road Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Warren Road Community Center for its caring, dedicated staff and excellent after-school programs and summer camps at affordable prices. The facility offers diverse recreational activities including sports, playgrounds, and fitness classes in a clean, well-maintained environment where children are engaged and happy.

Caring and friendly staffaffordable programsdiverse activities (basketball
Address
300 Warren Road, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 860-2833
Eastview Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Eastview Park is a community facility in Augusta, Georgia that receives consistently high ratings. Reviews praise it as a spacious, clean, and well-maintained venue suitable for events, gatherings, and recreational activities. Parents with children in after-school and summer programs report positive long-term experiences.

Spacious and private facilitycleanpeaceful atmosphere
Address
644 Aiken Street, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 722-2302
The Bradley School Of Augusta
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1219 George C. Wilson Dr., Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 860-3543
Tabernacle Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1230 Laney Walker Blvd., Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 922-1954
Little Lamb'S Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Lamb's Day Care Center in Augusta, Georgia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational quality, and family-oriented approach. One negative review cited concerns about roaches and a dog in the backyard. The center has been operating for years and is noted for working well with parent schedules.

Family-owned and operatedcaring and understanding staffhealthy meals
Address
132 Mcelmurray Drive, Augusta, GA
Phone
(706) 724-3449

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Frequently asked questions

There are 96 child daycare & preschools daycares in Augusta, Georgia, out of 128 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 Augusta, 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
Augusta offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 96 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 9 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 13 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 10 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 Augusta for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Augusta 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.