
Compare 96 child daycare & preschools in Augusta. Average rating: 4.21/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Augusta has 96 licensed child daycare & preschools with 790 parent reviews averaging 4.21/5.31 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 43% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 30907 (avg 4.42 stars), while 30906 has the largest selection (50 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Based on 72 daycares with Google ratings in Augusta
Top qualities mentioned across 790 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Augusta, based on parent reviews
Augusta zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30907 | 7 | 4.42 | 4 | |
| 30901 | 21 | 4.37 | 4 | |
| 30909 | 23 | 4.34 | 4 | |
| 30904 | 26 | 4.17 | 10 | |
| 30906 | 50 | 4.11 | 9 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Augusta (12–348 children)
Small
up to 30 children
11
Medium
31–75 children
29
Large
76–150 children
30
Very Large
150+ children
12
Highest rated daycares in Augusta based on parent reviews
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Augusta, Georgia offers 96 childcare and preschool options for families seeking care. Parents frequently highlight clean facilities, safe environments, and convenient locations as key factors in their satisfaction. The directory covers a diverse range of providers, including standout options in the 30907 zip code, which boasts an average rating of 4.47 stars across five facilities.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Augusta have an average rating of 4.21 out of 5 across 72 rated facilities, with 43% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.56 stars. Our analysis covers 790 parent reviews. Parents in Augusta most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and caring staff.
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.
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One parent highlights the facility's engaging activity schedule, noting there is always something to do. This single review reflects a positive experience with the center's programming.
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.
One parent highlights the center's state-recognized quality and emotional bond with staff, noting their child attended from age one through pre-k and still speaks fondly of the caregivers. Another review briefly commends the staff as amazing. There is a waiting list due to high demand.
One parent describes CHILDCARE OF EXCELLENCE as the best in the CSRA, highlighting the incredibly friendly staff and owner/director who make families feel like part of a close-knit community. The reviewer expresses complete peace of mind and highly recommends the center for its caring environment and quality care.
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.
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.
One parent describes the center as providing a loving, family-oriented environment that they love everything about.
One parent describes the center as a neighborhood gem with a clean facility and extraordinary, skilled staff. The review highlights the center's flexibility by noting that TANF, CAPS, and drop-in care are accepted.
One parent shares that they transitioned from a satisfied family to staff member, highlighting the center's strong relationships and care for families. Another review notes the program's long-standing 19-year history and recognition as a multi-star Quality Rated Program. A few comments describe the teachers, staff, and curriculum as excellent and the school as the best.
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.
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.
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.
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.
One parent describes the facility as safe, family-friendly, and welcoming, while another simply calls it an amazing place. However, a third review offers a neutral assessment, describing the experience merely as okay.
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.
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.
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.
Parents describe Kreative Minds Childcare Center as a welcoming and respectful environment where staff treat children with care and affection. Reviewers highlight the kindness of the team, including Mrs. Christine, and express strong satisfaction with their decision to choose this center.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
One parent highlights the center for its superior safety and personalized attention, noting that staff know children by name and maintain a lower child-to-teacher ratio than competitors. The review also emphasizes the value of daily photo updates via an app, which provides parents with peace of mind regarding their child's care.
One parent highlights the welcoming environment, noting that teachers helped their child feel comfortable and engaged through daily activities like Spanish and music lessons. Another review simply describes the center as a great place where staff truly care about teaching children.
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.
Kidz Fortress receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, effective pre-K program, and communication with parents. Director Ms. Jessica is frequently mentioned as dedicated and running a well-organized facility. One negative review cited facility maintenance concerns and a disease outbreak.
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