32 Child Daycare & Preschools in Gainesville, Georgia
Browse all 32 child daycare & preschools in Gainesville, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gainesville
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.
- 1Creative Learners Child Development Center4.76 score5(16)
711 Dorsey Street, Gainesville, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 146 children
Creative Learners Child Development Center in Gainesville, Georgia receives consistently positive feedback from parents and family members. Parents praise the caring, dedicated staff, strong leadership by owner Ashley Williams, and the center's focus on child development, independence, and academic preparation. Multiple reviewers report significant growth in their children's academic performance and social-emotional development.
Caring and dedicated staffpassionate owner/directorwelcoming environmentclear communication - 2Primrose School Of Gainesville4.64 score4.8(20)
2171 Sandridge Court, Gainesville, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 176 children
Primrose School of Gainesville receives unanimously positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, strong curriculum-based learning environment, excellent communication, and nurturing approach to child development. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally while parents feel confident and supported.
Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentscurriculum-based learning (artmusic - 3Elachee Nature Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children
Elachee Nature Preschool is highly praised as a nature science center offering educational programs, guided hikes, and animal encounters. Parents consistently highlight knowledgeable and engaging staff, well-maintained facilities, and memorable experiences for children of various ages. The center offers optional paid tours ($10) and programs like 'No School Nature Day' with free summer hours available.
Knowledgeable and engaging staffhands-on animal encountersbea - 4Montessori Children'S House Of North Forsyth4.48 score4.7(11)
7395 Brown'S Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children
Parents consistently praise this AMI-certified Montessori school for its rigorous, authentic Montessori approach and highly trained teachers. Children show accelerated academic progress (early reading, writing, math skills), increased independence, confidence, and a genuine love of learning. The caring, knowledgeable staff create a nurturing environment with extended focused work periods that develop concentration and leadership skills.
AMI-certified authentic Montes - 5Kids Cove Weekday4.48 score4.6(20)
2235 Thompson Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
No valid reviews for this daycare center were found. The reviews provided appear to be for Lakewood Baptist Church, not Kids Cove Weekday daycare center.
Unable to assess - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center listed - 6The Gainesville School Of Gymnastics4.48 score4.6(20)
112 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Gainesville School of Gymnastics for excellent instruction, attentive coaches, and a welcoming atmosphere. The facility is noted for small class sizes, engaging events like showcases and ninja nights, and a focus on individual student development. Families appreciate both the regular classes and birthday party services.
Small class sizesattentive coaches who learn students' namesquality instruction compared to competitorsengaging events (showcases - 7First Baptist Day School4.4 score4.5(20)
751 Green Street Nw, Gainesville, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 231 children
This facility appears to be First Baptist Church in Gainesville, Georgia, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, Sunday School classes, and annual Living Christmas Tree musical program. The facility also hosts community events and has accessible banquet facilities.
Welcoming and friendly communityquality Sunday School classeshighly-regarded Christmas musical productionswell-maintained and accessible facilities - 8Sardis Ymca Kids Time4.39 score4.5(17)
2805 Sardis Road, Gainesville, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Parents praise Sardis YMCA Kids Time for its well-maintained facilities, clean spaces, and recreational amenities. The playground and sports fields are frequently highlighted as popular with children. One reviewer noted the facility occasionally floods during heavy rain.
Clean facilitywell-kept groundsnice playgroundbaseball fields - 9Discovery Day Camp4.36 score4.5(13)
1581 Community Way, Gainesville, GA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Discovery Day Camp is a highly-rated summer day camp in Gainesville where parents consistently praise the quality of programming, staff expertise, and overall organization. Children show strong enthusiasm for returning year after year, with particular appreciation for swim instruction, diverse activities, and field trips. Directors Laura and Sara are noted for their involvement and attention to detail throughout camp operations.
experienced and qualified staffstrong swim instruction programdiverse activities and field tripscommunity service opportunities - 10Faith Christian Academy4.16 score4.3(6)
2000 Candler Rd., Gainesville, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 117 children
Faith Christian Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth and child development outcomes, though recent reviews indicate significant concerns about care quality, hygiene standards, and responsiveness to parent concerns. Parents report children were eager to attend and staff feel like family, but one parent cited multiple instances of neglect and dietary violations that went unaddressed.
Caring and family-like staffchildren eager to attendsuccessful potty training assistancesmall class sizes
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Highest rated daycares in Gainesville based on parent reviews
Creative Learners Child Development Center
711 Dorsey Street, Gainesville, GA
Creative Learners Child Development Center in Gainesville, Georgia receives consistently positive feedback from parents and family members. Parents praise the caring, dedicated staff, strong leadership by owner Ashley Williams, and the center's focus on child development, independence, and academic preparation. Multiple reviewers report significant growth in their children's academic performance and social-emotional development.
Primrose School Of Gainesville
2171 Sandridge Court, Gainesville, GA
Primrose School of Gainesville receives unanimously positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, strong curriculum-based learning environment, excellent communication, and nurturing approach to child development. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally while parents feel confident and supported.
Elachee Nature Preschool
2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville, GA
Elachee Nature Preschool is highly praised as a nature science center offering educational programs, guided hikes, and animal encounters. Parents consistently highlight knowledgeable and engaging staff, well-maintained facilities, and memorable experiences for children of various ages. The center offers optional paid tours ($10) and programs like 'No School Nature Day' with free summer hours available.
Montessori Children'S House Of North Forsyth
7395 Brown'S Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA
Parents consistently praise this AMI-certified Montessori school for its rigorous, authentic Montessori approach and highly trained teachers. Children show accelerated academic progress (early reading, writing, math skills), increased independence, confidence, and a genuine love of learning. The caring, knowledgeable staff create a nurturing environment with extended focused work periods that develop concentration and leadership skills.
Kids Cove Weekday
2235 Thompson Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA
No valid reviews for this daycare center were found. The reviews provided appear to be for Lakewood Baptist Church, not Kids Cove Weekday daycare center.
The Gainesville School Of Gymnastics
112 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA
Parents consistently praise Gainesville School of Gymnastics for excellent instruction, attentive coaches, and a welcoming atmosphere. The facility is noted for small class sizes, engaging events like showcases and ninja nights, and a focus on individual student development. Families appreciate both the regular classes and birthday party services.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Gainesville, Georgia
There are 32 child daycare & preschools in Gainesville, Georgia, making up 58% of the 55 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 Gainesville, 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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Creative Learners Child Development Center in Gainesville, Georgia receives consistently positive feedback from parents and family members. Parents praise the caring, dedicated staff, strong leadership by owner Ashley Williams, and the center's focus on child development, independence, and academic preparation. Multiple reviewers report significant growth in their children's academic performance and social-emotional development.
- Address
- 711 Dorsey Street, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 532-4044
- Address
- 320 Tower Heights Road, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 861-8406
Primrose School of Gainesville receives unanimously positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, strong curriculum-based learning environment, excellent communication, and nurturing approach to child development. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally while parents feel confident and supported.
- Address
- 2171 Sandridge Court, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 297-9977
Elachee Nature Preschool is highly praised as a nature science center offering educational programs, guided hikes, and animal encounters. Parents consistently highlight knowledgeable and engaging staff, well-maintained facilities, and memorable experiences for children of various ages. The center offers optional paid tours ($10) and programs like 'No School Nature Day' with free summer hours available.
- Address
- 2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 535-1976
Parents consistently praise this AMI-certified Montessori school for its rigorous, authentic Montessori approach and highly trained teachers. Children show accelerated academic progress (early reading, writing, math skills), increased independence, confidence, and a genuine love of learning. The caring, knowledgeable staff create a nurturing environment with extended focused work periods that develop concentration and leadership skills.
- Address
- 7395 Brown'S Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (404) 862-5437
No valid reviews for this daycare center were found. The reviews provided appear to be for Lakewood Baptist Church, not Kids Cove Weekday daycare center.
- Address
- 2235 Thompson Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 532-6307
Parents consistently praise Gainesville School of Gymnastics for excellent instruction, attentive coaches, and a welcoming atmosphere. The facility is noted for small class sizes, engaging events like showcases and ninja nights, and a focus on individual student development. Families appreciate both the regular classes and birthday party services.
- Address
- 112 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 532-7141
Parents praise Sardis YMCA Kids Time for its well-maintained facilities, clean spaces, and recreational amenities. The playground and sports fields are frequently highlighted as popular with children. One reviewer noted the facility occasionally floods during heavy rain.
- Address
- 2805 Sardis Road, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (678) 878-9343
Faith Christian Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth and child development outcomes, though recent reviews indicate significant concerns about care quality, hygiene standards, and responsiveness to parent concerns. Parents report children were eager to attend and staff feel like family, but one parent cited multiple instances of neglect and dietary violations that went unaddressed.
- Address
- 2000 Candler Rd., Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 535-7220
Pre-K Preparatory Learning Academy in Gainesville receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5. Parents highlight the caring leadership, smooth transitions for young children, healthy meals, engaging activities including a garden, and excellent communication through the app. The facility is described as creating a family-like environment where children learn and thrive.
- Address
- 438 Prior Street Ne, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (678) 943-1237
TLC Childcare receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care and individual attention, though one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about inadequate staffing levels, safety supervision, and dismissive management practices. Most parents report satisfaction with the facility, but experiences vary significantly.
- Address
- 3105 Joe Chandler Road, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 534-4945
Parents consistently praise Magic Years of Learning for its safe, loving, and family-like environment. Staff members, particularly Martha and Anna, are frequently highlighted for their genuine care, attentiveness to children's needs, and willingness to support parents. Multiple families report their children are happy, well-adjusted, and comfortable at the facility.
- Address
- 122 Gabriel Dr. Ne, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 534-1383
Parents overwhelmingly praise Gainesville Academy for its caring, dedicated staff and clean, well-organized facility. Recent changes under new ownership and management have been noted positively. The daycare is commended for strong communication, security measures, and engaging activities for children.
- Address
- 105 Carrington Park Dr., Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (678) 971-5505
SISU receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents whose children attend, with multiple reports of significant developmental progress and individualized care, particularly for children with special needs. However, a small number of negative reviews cite enrollment delays, safety concerns, and facility maintenance issues. The center appears to specialize in neurodivergent and special needs care.
- Address
- 2360 Murphy Blvd, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 535-8372
Joyland Child Development Center has highly polarized reviews. While many parents praise the staff for being loving, caring, and creating a welcoming environment where children thrive, several parents report serious concerns including staff disrespect toward children, inadequate supervision, poor hygiene practices, health issues, and lack of transparency from management.
- Address
- 1080 Rainey St., Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 534-5267
- Address
- 286 Crescent Drive, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 297-1500
- Address
- 5850 Brookton Lula Rd, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (678) 878-9343
- Address
- 3259 Athens Highway, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 503-1749
- Address
- 3753 White Sulphur Road, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 561-9224
- Address
- 1742 Cleveland Hwy, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (678) 859-3155
- Address
- 2676 Candler Road, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 536-0814
- Address
- 4844 Jim Hood Road, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (678) 983-1759
- Address
- 796 Lakeview Drive, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 532-4383
- Address
- 125 Smithgall Lane, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 534-6107
- Address
- 960 Cooley Drive, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 519-4990
- Address
- 5 Positive Place, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 532-8102
- Address
- 1 Positive Place, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 532-8102
Parents consistently praise this Boys & Girls Club location for providing a safe, clean, and engaging environment for children. Staff members are described as trustworthy and involved, with children participating in frequent field trips and both summer and after-school programs. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with the facility.
- Address
- 854 Davis Street, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 532-8102
Parents consistently praise Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier-Centennial Arts Academy Extension Unit as an excellent childcare facility. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the trustworthy staff, engaging activities, and safe learning environment. Parents express high satisfaction with their children's experiences and the quality of care provided.
- Address
- 852 Century Place, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (770) 532-8102
- Address
- 4782 Thompson Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA
- Phone
- (678) 878-9343
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