
Browse all 83 child daycare & preschools in Columbus, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
3607 Gentain Boulevard, Columbus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children
Parents consistently praise ITSIE BITSIES LEARNING CENTER for its professional, caring staff and nurturing environment focused on early childhood development. The facility is noted for excellent communication with parents through daily photo updates, detailed activity logs, and camera access. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, and confidence.
2101 Wildwood Avenue, Columbus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
All reviews praise St. Paul Mother's Morning Out as a welcoming church community with strong programs and ministries. Parents highlight the friendly staff, beautiful facilities, and commitment to community outreach and service.
4686 Buena Vista Road, Unit 5, Columbus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children
Williams Wonderland Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. Children are reported to be excited about attending daily, with notable staff members like Ms. Pearl receiving special recognition for their dedication to child development and learning. Parents highlight affordable pricing and strong communication as additional benefits.
1100 First Avenue, Columbus, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
First Presbyterian Parents Morning Out is a highly-rated religious facility in Columbus, Georgia with beautiful historic 1800s architecture. Parents praise the traditional Protestant religious education, Godly Play teaching method, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility offers multiple amenities including a gym, playground, library, and attached Montessori school.
6501 Standing Boy Road, Columbus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Green Island Country Club is highly rated for its beautiful facility, excellent food quality, and attentive staff. Reviews consistently praise the venue for hosting memorable events including Christmas parties, weddings, and reunions. The welcoming atmosphere and professional service are frequently highlighted.
5900 Warm Springs Road, Columbus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children
Ready Set Grow Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and professional staff, family-oriented atmosphere, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly adapt quickly and enjoy attending daily. One reviewer noted the location is remote.
2913 Reese Road, Columbus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
Parents praise Fairview Preschool Center's daycare program as excellent and welcoming. The facility is noted for having a large, stable staff and providing quality care. Reviews emphasize the warm, community-oriented environment.
7185 Blackmon Road, Columbus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Parents consistently praise Generations Knowledge & Care Centers LLC for its safe, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Children show improved behavior, learning outcomes, and enthusiasm for attending. The facility maintains high standards for security, cleanliness, and educational programming.
5103 Buena Vista Road, Columbus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 126 children
Little Angels Child Development Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and strong developmental progress their children make. Parents consistently highlight the director Mrs. Dickerson and staff members for treating children like family, facilitating smooth transitions, and maintaining open communication through daily reports. Multiple families report being so satisfied they continue enrollment despite relocating or driving significant distances.
3360 Buenna Vista Road, Suite 10, Columbus, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 19 children
Happy Sprouts Enrichment Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and experienced staff, engaging curriculum, and safe environment that makes children eager to attend. The center is noted for affordability, cleanliness, effective communication through apps, and willingness to accommodate children with special needs.
Highest rated daycares in Columbus based on parent reviews
3607 Gentain Boulevard, Columbus, GA
Parents consistently praise ITSIE BITSIES LEARNING CENTER for its professional, caring staff and nurturing environment focused on early childhood development. The facility is noted for excellent communication with parents through daily photo updates, detailed activity logs, and camera access. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, and confidence.
2101 Wildwood Avenue, Columbus, GA
All reviews praise St. Paul Mother's Morning Out as a welcoming church community with strong programs and ministries. Parents highlight the friendly staff, beautiful facilities, and commitment to community outreach and service.
4686 Buena Vista Road, Unit 5, Columbus, GA
Williams Wonderland Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. Children are reported to be excited about attending daily, with notable staff members like Ms. Pearl receiving special recognition for their dedication to child development and learning. Parents highlight affordable pricing and strong communication as additional benefits.
6501 Standing Boy Road, Columbus, GA
Green Island Country Club is highly rated for its beautiful facility, excellent food quality, and attentive staff. Reviews consistently praise the venue for hosting memorable events including Christmas parties, weddings, and reunions. The welcoming atmosphere and professional service are frequently highlighted.
5900 Warm Springs Road, Columbus, GA
Ready Set Grow Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and professional staff, family-oriented atmosphere, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly adapt quickly and enjoy attending daily. One reviewer noted the location is remote.
2913 Reese Road, Columbus, GA
Parents praise Fairview Preschool Center's daycare program as excellent and welcoming. The facility is noted for having a large, stable staff and providing quality care. Reviews emphasize the warm, community-oriented environment.
There are 83 child daycare & preschools in Columbus, Georgia, making up 70% of the 118 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 Columbus, 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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Ready Set Grow Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and professional staff, family-oriented atmosphere, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly adapt quickly and enjoy attending daily. One reviewer noted the location is remote.
Parents consistently praise ITSIE BITSIES LEARNING CENTER for its professional, caring staff and nurturing environment focused on early childhood development. The facility is noted for excellent communication with parents through daily photo updates, detailed activity logs, and camera access. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, and confidence.
All reviews praise St. Paul Mother's Morning Out as a welcoming church community with strong programs and ministries. Parents highlight the friendly staff, beautiful facilities, and commitment to community outreach and service.
Williams Wonderland Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. Children are reported to be excited about attending daily, with notable staff members like Ms. Pearl receiving special recognition for their dedication to child development and learning. Parents highlight affordable pricing and strong communication as additional benefits.
Parents praise Fairview Preschool Center's daycare program as excellent and welcoming. The facility is noted for having a large, stable staff and providing quality care. Reviews emphasize the warm, community-oriented environment.
Parents consistently praise Generations Knowledge & Care Centers LLC for its safe, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Children show improved behavior, learning outcomes, and enthusiasm for attending. The facility maintains high standards for security, cleanliness, and educational programming.
Parents praise this recreation center for its clean, well-maintained facilities and friendly, helpful staff. Reviews highlight personal growth and positive experiences, with appreciation for the facility's location in an improving neighborhood.
Green Island Country Club is highly rated for its beautiful facility, excellent food quality, and attentive staff. Reviews consistently praise the venue for hosting memorable events including Christmas parties, weddings, and reunions. The welcoming atmosphere and professional service are frequently highlighted.
Little Angels Child Development Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and strong developmental progress their children make. Parents consistently highlight the director Mrs. Dickerson and staff members for treating children like family, facilitating smooth transitions, and maintaining open communication through daily reports. Multiple families report being so satisfied they continue enrollment despite relocating or driving significant distances.
Happy Sprouts Enrichment Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and experienced staff, engaging curriculum, and safe environment that makes children eager to attend. The center is noted for affordability, cleanliness, effective communication through apps, and willingness to accommodate children with special needs.
Note: Reviews appear to be for Spirit Filled Ministries (a church), not a daycare center. Reviewers praise the spiritual teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and community activities. One mention of a daughter graduating from a work program suggests some youth programming.
Most parents praise PRIME TIME A.J. MCCLUNG for its safe, clean environment and family-like atmosphere. However, one parent reported significant issues with staff communication and payment handling, recommending filing formal complaints with the state.
Happy Sprouts Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and engaging learning environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically and socially at the center.
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, though most appear to be for the YMCA facility rather than the daycare program specifically. Parents praise the facility's amenities, staff friendliness, and programs including swim lessons that have shown measurable progress in children's water confidence.
Polka-Dots Early Childhood Development Center in Columbus, Georgia receives universal 5-star praise from parents. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong leadership by owner Mrs. Carolyn Byrd, and excellent communication as key strengths. Children show significant academic, social, and emotional growth, with parents noting high staff retention, a clean facility, and a family-oriented environment.
Puddle Jumpers receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, clean facility, nutritious food, and quick enrollment process. Parents report their children feel safe and well-cared for, with many staff members having long tenure at the center. One parent raised a concern about supervision during park visits.
Parents consistently praise Imagination Station Too for exceptional staff, engaging age-appropriate activities, and strong teacher-child relationships. The center is noted for excellent communication through the Tadpoles app with daily photos and updates. Parents express high trust in the facility's safety practices and report significant developmental progress in their children.
Parents consistently praise KIDZ.COM Child Development Center for providing a family-like, nurturing environment. Staff members, particularly owners Gloria and Kennedy Tyson, are highlighted as caring, compassionate caregivers who help children thrive. Multiple parents report high satisfaction after trying other facilities and express strong loyalty to the center.
Columbus Parks & Recreation @ Psalmond Road is a well-maintained community recreation facility offering diverse activities including basketball, swimming, pottery classes, and line dancing. Parents praise the clean facilities, helpful staff, and safe environment with attentive lifeguards. The center hosts various community events and provides affordable programs for families and adults.
Parents consistently praise the J. Barnett Woodruff Unit for its excellent care, engaging activities, and flexible hours for working families. The facility is particularly noted for its supportive staff, including Director Coach Pace, and diverse programming including sports, arts, field trips, and clubs. Multiple parents report their children have attended for years and feel a strong sense of belonging.
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