Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Macon, GA
Compare 88 child daycare & preschools in Macon. Average rating: 4.07/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Macon, Georgia at a glance
- Programs
- 88
- Avg rating
- 4.07/5
- Parent reviews
- 688
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 33
Macon has 88 licensed child daycare & preschools with 688 parent reviews averaging 4.07/5.33 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 46% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 31220 (avg 5 stars), while 31204 has the largest selection (31 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Macon
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.
- 1Peachy Kids Academy4.71 score4.9(19)
883 Burrus Road, Macon, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children
Peachy Kids Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and educational approach. Parents consistently highlight the owner Mr. Joe and staff members by name, noting their children are happy, safe, and developing academically. Multiple families with children attending for 2-4 years describe the experience as feeling like an extended family.
Affordable pricingattentive and caring staffclean facilitystrong communication with parents - 2Victory Christian Academy4.56 score4.8(12)
5687 Houston Road, Macon, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Victory Christian Academy is a church-based center in Macon, Georgia with a 4.8/5 rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, biblical teaching, and quality programming. Parents appreciate the friendly congregation and pastoral care provided.
welcoming environmentinclusive communityBible-based teachingfriendly staff - 3Macon-Bibb Parks & Recreation - Rosa Jackson Recreation Center4.56 score4.7(20)
1211 Maynard Street, Macon, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Rosa Jackson Recreation Center is a highly-rated community facility offering diverse programs and activities for children and families. Parents praise the clean, well-maintained space, welcoming staff, and numerous free or low-cost programs including sports, fitness classes, and special events. The center is recognized for its community involvement and support of local children.
Clean facilitywelcoming stafffree/affordable programsbasketball and sports activities - 4Ingleside Weekday Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
834 Wimbish Road, Macon, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
These reviews are not for the daycare program but for Ingleside Church in Macon. Reviewers praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, biblical teaching, and community involvement. The facility is noted as large but accessible through small groups and various programming options.
Warm and friendly staffBible-based teachingstrong children's and youth programmingwelcoming to newcomers - 5Martha Bowman Church - Mother'S Morning Out & Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
500 Bass Road, Macon, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Martha Bowman Church offers Mother's Morning Out and Preschool programs within a religious facility setting. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming community, friendly atmosphere, and inclusive programs for all ages. Parents highlight the quality of worship services, pastoral staff, and fellowship opportunities.
Welcoming and friendly communityprograms for all agesquality worship services (both traditional and contemporary)excellent pastoral staff - 6Lawrence Drive Baptist Church Preschool4.54 score4.7(17)
5774 School Road, Macon, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Lawrence Drive Baptist Church Preschool receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents praise the welcoming church community, spiritual leadership, and recent facility improvements including renovations and updated technology. The facility is described as a friendly, scripturally sound environment suitable for worship and community gatherings.
loving and caring staffwelcoming church familyrenovated worship areaupdated technology - 7North Macon Academy4.49 score4.7(12)
5707 Rivoli Drive, Macon, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the facility as a welcoming religious community. Parents highlight the caring pastoral leadership, beautiful building, and strong sense of fellowship and community.
Warm and friendly staffcaring pastorbeautiful sanctuary and settingspirit-filled worship - 8Northway Preschool4.48 score4.6(20)
5915 Zebulon Road, Macon, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children
Northway Preschool is a religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the preschool program, describing teachers as amazing, kind, and helpful, with a curriculum that meets their expectations. The facility also operates an on-site café and hosts church services that families appreciate.
kind and helpful staffamazing teachersquality curriculumwelcoming atmosphere - 9Mabel White Baptist Church Weekday Preschool4.48 score4.6(20)
1415 Bass Road, Macon, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews are not applicable to the daycare program. The facility listing appears to be for Mabel White Baptist Church, and all available reviews are about the church's worship services and community rather than the weekday preschool program. No parent reviews specifically addressing the daycare center were found.
None mentioned regarding daycare services - 10Jimmie Samuel Ehs Center At Mt. Lebanon4.41 score4.6(11)
3805 Bloomfield Drive, Macon, GA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews appear to be about Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church rather than the daycare center itself. The few comments mention positive worship experiences and educational Bible study, though reviews do not address daycare services, facilities, or child care quality.
welcoming communityeducational Bible studypastor's teachingfamily-oriented church environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 71 daycares with Google ratings in Macon
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 688 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Macon, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Macon zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31220 | 6 | 5 | 1 | |
| 31210 | 21 | 4.61 | 8 | |
| 31216 | 11 | 4.26 | 4 | |
| 31206 | 24 | 4.12 | 7 | |
| 31217 | 8 | 3.96 | 3 | |
| 31201 | 13 | 3.89 | 3 | |
| 31204 | 31 | 3.73 | 6 | |
| 31211 | 5 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Macon (12–230 children)
Small
up to 30 children
8
Medium
31–75 children
24
Large
76–150 children
25
Very Large
150+ children
12
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Macon based on parent reviews
Peachy Kids Academy
883 Burrus Road, Macon, GA
Peachy Kids Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and educational approach. Parents consistently highlight the owner Mr. Joe and staff members by name, noting their children are happy, safe, and developing academically. Multiple families with children attending for 2-4 years describe the experience as feeling like an extended family.
Victory Christian Academy
5687 Houston Road, Macon, GA
Victory Christian Academy is a church-based center in Macon, Georgia with a 4.8/5 rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, biblical teaching, and quality programming. Parents appreciate the friendly congregation and pastoral care provided.
Macon-Bibb Parks & Recreation - Rosa Jackson Recreation Center
1211 Maynard Street, Macon, GA
Rosa Jackson Recreation Center is a highly-rated community facility offering diverse programs and activities for children and families. Parents praise the clean, well-maintained space, welcoming staff, and numerous free or low-cost programs including sports, fitness classes, and special events. The center is recognized for its community involvement and support of local children.
Ingleside Weekday Preschool
834 Wimbish Road, Macon, GA
These reviews are not for the daycare program but for Ingleside Church in Macon. Reviewers praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, biblical teaching, and community involvement. The facility is noted as large but accessible through small groups and various programming options.
Kuntry Kiddie Day Care Center
6981 Thomaston Road, Macon, GA
Parents highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and the dedication of staff members, particularly Miss Kim, who provide a safe and nurturing environment for children from newborns to preschool age. Reviewers appreciate the academic and social preparation for kindergarten, as well as the cleanliness and up-to-date facilities that allow parents to work with peace of mind.
Buck Melton Community Center
150 Session Drive, Macon, GA
Buck Melton Community Center is highly rated by parents, with reviews praising the EOC Headstart program and the facility's cleanliness and organization. Parents appreciate the diverse support services offered on-site including Operation Hope financial counseling, Boys & Girls Club, and various community programs. Staff are consistently described as knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Macon, Georgia
Macon offers a diverse selection of 88 childcare and preschool facilities, ranging from specialized Montessori environments to community-focused learning centers. Parents frequently highlight clean facilities and welcoming atmospheres as key reasons their children enjoy attending. The 31220 zip code stands out as a particularly strong neighborhood for quality care, maintaining perfect average ratings across its four local options.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Macon have an average rating of 4.07 out of 5 across 71 rated facilities, with 46% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.62 stars. Our analysis covers 688 parent reviews. Parents in Macon most frequently praise daycares for children enjoy attending, clean facility, and welcoming environment.
When choosing a daycare in Macon, 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 Macon
Showing 88 results
- Address
- 8460 Hawkinsville Road, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 788-6909
- Address
- 6010 Peake Road, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 477-8073
Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #19 for its clean, safe environment and warm, professional staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the director Kaneisha Howard and teachers Mrs. Billue, Mrs. Cotton, and Miss Kiki as exceptional caregivers who build strong relationships with children. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning, and eager to return daily.
- Address
- 1987 Wood Valley Rd., Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 314-0199
Tender Years Learning Center #3 in Macon has received mixed reviews with mostly negative feedback. Parents report serious concerns about staff professionalism, child safety, administrative mishandling of scholarships, and inadequate supervision, though one reviewer mentioned positive interactions.
- Address
- 1901 Rocky Creek Rd., Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 788-0224
- Address
- 855 Tolliver Place, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 757-8927
- Address
- 3248 Napier Avenue, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 621-0628
Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #233 B for its warm, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong developmental growth and genuine excitement about attending. The facility is well-organized with excellent communication between staff and parents.
- Address
- 7017 Price Rd., Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 314-8684
Feedback for Tender Years Learning Center #15 is sharply divided, with some parents praising the director's communication and their child's growing confidence, while others report severe issues with staff conduct and facility conditions. Critics highlight rude supervision, structural maintenance problems, and concerns about child safety during cold weather.
- Address
- 206 Chambers Cove Lane, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 781-5607
Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #228 for its loving, attentive staff and warm, nurturing environment. Director Sarah is highlighted for significantly improving the facility's management, cleanliness, and organization. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and engaged in developmental activities and learning.
- Address
- 4971 Sheraton Dr., Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 314-8680
- Address
- 3887 Houston Avenue, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 238-4634
- Address
- 3341 Mogul Road, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 742-9922
Appletree Learning Center and Academy III (also referred to as Hope Learning Academy) receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, director Ms. Brookins, engaging activities, and strong child development support over multiple years of attendance.
- Address
- 230 Charter Lane, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 475-1174
Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #230 for its safe, clean, and well-organized environment with caring, attentive staff who invest in children's development. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's structured curriculum, warm family-like atmosphere, and individual attention to each child's growth and learning.
- Address
- 5905 Houston Rd., Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 781-8532
Childcare Network #227 in Macon receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and quality learning environment. One parent reported negative discipline and behavior issues during a 4-month enrollment.
- Address
- 524 Pine St., Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 746-9927
Childcare Network #167 in Macon receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, clean facility, and strong learning environment. Parents highlight the director's responsiveness and the genuine affection teachers show for children. One parent noted resource gaps for younger infants and staffing concerns.
- Address
- 3940 Northside Drive, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 314-2186
Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #233 for exceptional staff care, strong communication, and a nurturing environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show visible growth and development. The facility is described as the best daycare option in the Macon area.
- Address
- 7001 Price Road, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 471-6494
One parent reports significant administrative incompetence regarding CAPS scholarship processing, citing inaccurate charges and billing disputes that resulted in their children being barred from attending. The reviewer highlights a lack of communication and flexibility from the director, noting that the center refused to allow enrollment during the first week despite knowing payments would be backdated, ultimately demanding payment before allowing the children to return.
- Address
- 4150 Mercer University Dr., Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 477-1236
- Address
- 3014 Gray Highway, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 335-0995
Sandy's Sandbox receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, cleanliness, and educational quality. However, a few parents report concerns about outdoor time policies and staff responsiveness to special needs accommodations.
- Address
- 1610 Shurling Drive, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 621-4441
- Address
- 3552 Greenbriar Road, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 779-2050
- Address
- 841 Anthony Road, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 345-0977
Sandy's Sandbox receives mixed reviews with most parents praising cleanliness, staff care, and child development. However, two parents reported serious concerns about staff behavior and supervision. Overall ratings are polarized between 5-star and 1-star reviews.
- Address
- 4150 Mercer University Dr., Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 812-8224
Big Blue Marble Peake Rd. receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the warm, loving, and attentive staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with strong communication and updates from teachers. The facility successfully transitions children from infants through pre-K with continuity of quality care.
- Address
- 7087 Peake N. Rd, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 477-5990
- Address
- 6022 Bloomfield Road, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 788-0300
- Address
- 1301 Shurling Drive, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 743-4153
Kinetix Health Club offers childcare services (Kidnetix) that parents praise highly. Parents highlight the exceptional care, attentive and professional staff, and the ability to work out while their children are safe. The childcare has created a welcoming community that families return to regularly.
- Address
- 5430 Bowman Road, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 405-5220
- Address
- 111 Trojan Trail, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 477-6760
- Address
- 4150 Jones Road, Macon, GA
- Phone
- (478) 781-1621
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