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83 Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbus, Georgia

Browse all 83 child daycare & preschools in Columbus, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Columbus

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

    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.

    Professional and loving staffexcellent daily communication and photo updatesdet
  2. 2

    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.

    Welcoming atmospherefriendly staffclean facilitiesstrong youth programs
  3. 3

    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.

    Caring and professional staffchildren eager to attendaffordable pricingstrong teacher-child relationships
  4. 4

    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.

    Beautiful historic facilitiestraditional Protestant teachingGodly Play curriculumwelcoming to new guests
  5. 5
    Green Island Country Club
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    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.

    Beautiful facilityexcellent food and cuisineattentive and friendly staffwelcoming atmosphere
  6. 6

    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.

    caring and professional teacherspositive staff attitudesfamily-oriented environmentstrong parent communication
  7. 7
    Fairview Preschool Center
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    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.

    Top-notch daycare programlarge and stable staffwelcoming environmentquality care
  8. 8

    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.

    Caring and dedicated staffchild safety and securitydaily communication with parentsbehavioral and learning improvement
  9. 9

    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.

    Caring and welcoming staffexceptional learning and developmental progresssmooth transition support for new studentsdaily communication and progress reports
  10. 10

    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.

    Caring and experienced staffengaging educational curriculumchildren eager to attendsafe and clean facility

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Columbus based on parent reviews

Itsie Bitsies Learning Center

4.9(20)

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.

Professional and loving staffexcellent daily communication and photo updatesdet

St. Paul Mother'S Morning Out (Mmo)

4.8(16)

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.

Welcoming atmospherefriendly staffclean facilities

Williams Wonderland Academy

4.8(14)

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.

Caring and professional staffchildren eager to attendaffordable pricing

Green Island Country Club

4.7(20)

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.

Beautiful facilityexcellent food and cuisineattentive and friendly staff

Ready Set Grow Learning Academy

4.9(7)

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.

caring and professional teacherspositive staff attitudesfamily-oriented environment

Fairview Preschool Center

4.7(11)

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.

Top-notch daycare programlarge and stable staffwelcoming environment

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbus, Georgia

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.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbus

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Growing Room Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools

Growing Room CDC in Columbus, Georgia receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facility, developmental progress of children, and frequent special activities and events.

Loving and caring staffclean facilitychild development and learning progress
Address
1200 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 596-1234
Growing Room Too
Child Daycare & Preschools

Growing Room Too in Columbus, Georgia receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff warmth, daily communication, and child development. However, two recent negative reviews cite billing practices, fee structures, and poor communication during enrollment cancellation.

caring and loving staffconsistent daily updates and photoscreative lesson plans and activities
Address
6110 Bradley Park Drive, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 653-0088
Childcare Network #36
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #36 for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Children show strong academic progress and emotional development, with many excited to attend daily. Multiple parents report feeling confident and worry-free while their children are in care.

Caring and passionate staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsacademic progress
Address
353 Farr Road, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 685-2538
Growing Room Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Growing Room Christian Academy receives consistently high marks from parents, with strong praise for caring, nurturing staff and a welcoming environment. Parents report their children are engaged in learning and development, with excellent communication from staff. One long-term parent noted previous challenges with teacher turnover in late 2024 but praised recent improvements and the facility overall.

Caring and nurturing teacherswarm welcoming atmospherestrong parent communication
Address
7572 Kayne Blvd, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 221-3248
Easter Seals West Georgia INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Easter Seals West Georgia is highly praised by parents for specialized therapy services and childcare for children with special needs. Parents consistently highlight the caring, professional staff, qualified therapists, and the convenience of having multiple therapy services at one location. All reviewers report significant developmental progress in their children and express strong satisfaction with the facility.

Professional and caring staffon-site therapy servic
Address
2515 Double Churches Road, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 660-1144
Wee Kare Group Day Care Home
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
133 Wendall Drive, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 587-4321
Childcare Network #9
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #9 for its caring, hands-on staff and positive learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and develop new skills through activities and outdoor play. Multiple reviewers highlight staff members by name and note their children's happiness and sense of safety at the facility.

Caring and loving staffhands-on teachersengaging activities
Address
3009 University Avenue, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 568-6514
Thomas Leadership Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3452 North Lumpkin Road, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 221-7663
Brookstone Extended Day Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
440 Bradley Park Drive, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 243-3615
Childcare Network #218
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #218 for its warm, family-oriented environment and strong curriculum-based learning approach. Staff are described as friendly, attentive, and caring, with children showing enthusiasm about attending and demonstrating advanced developmental progress. The facility maintains clean classrooms and fosters open communication between teachers and parents.

Warm and welcoming staffclean facilitystructured curriculum
Address
2451 Whittlesey Rd., Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 341-4625
Childcare Network #219
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #219 for its welcoming atmosphere, professional staff, and clean facility. All 10 reviews award 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the staff's attentiveness, kindness, and educational activities. Several parents note smooth transitions for their children and appreciation for regular progress updates.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityattentive and caring teachers
Address
1810 Floyd Rd., Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 341-4625
Beyond Blessed Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2414 S. Lumpkin Road, Columbus, GA
Phone
(762) 821-3673
Swagga & Lace Initiative
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1220 Wildwood Avenue, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 596-1171
Pitty Pat Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5124 Buena Vista Road, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 617-5843
Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Chattahoochee Valley-North Columbus Unit
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this Boys & Girls Club facility for its excellent staff, welcoming environment, and quality after-school programming. Leadership, particularly Mr. Bell, is frequently highlighted for being helpful, professional, and treating children with care. Children enjoy various activities including gym access and learning opportunities in a clean, well-maintained facility.

Excellent staffMr. Bell's leadershipclean facility
Address
1309 29th Street, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 323-1743
Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Chattahoochee Valley-East Columbus Unit
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1429 Morris Road, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 561-0938
The Up! Factory: Kids Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1329 Wynnton Road, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 405-1525
Columbus Parks & Recreation Community Schools - Lonnie Jackson Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4601 Buena Vista Road, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 225-4510
Samarc Foundation Learning Center At Btw Apts
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
500 5th Ave, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 571-2924
Girl Scouts Of Historic Georgia- Little House (Columbus Horse Camp)
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1807 17th Street, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 548-7297
Nursery Rhymes Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2046 Fort Benning Road, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 322-5555
Grace Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2915 14th Avenue, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 323-9161
Sky C&A Clubhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6200 Bradley Park Drive, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 596-5590

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Frequently asked questions

There are 83 child daycare & preschools daycares in Columbus, Georgia, out of 118 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 Columbus, 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
Columbus offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 83 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 7 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 23 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 Columbus for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Columbus 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.