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31 Child Daycare & Preschools in Mcdonough, Georgia

Browse all 31 child daycare & preschools in Mcdonough, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mcdonough

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
    Little Saints Drop-N-Play
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Saints Academy for its caring, family-oriented environment and strong academic instruction using the Abeka curriculum. Staff members are described as kind, loving, and highly communicative, with special attention given to children with individual needs. Children show significant academic progress and social development, with kindergarten teachers impressed by their preparation.

    Caring and loving staffstrong communication with pare
  2. 2

    262 Macon Street, Mcdonough, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a church (Shiloh). The reviews praise the church's spiritual atmosphere, leadership, sermons, and community services including food pantry and Bible study.

    Spiritual atmospherewelcoming membersstrong leadershipgood sermons
  3. 3
    Palz
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    225 Technology Parkway, Mcdonough, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided are for Trinity Chapel, a church in McDonough, Georgia, not for PALZ daycare center. There appear to be no actual parent reviews for the PALZ daycare facility.

    None - reviews are for a different organization
  4. 4
    Saint James Preschool
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Saint James Preschool in McDonough, Georgia receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, qualified teaching staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including accelerated vocabulary and social-emotional growth, with high staff-to-child attention and strong leadership from the director.

    Warm and loving atmospherequalified and skilled teachersstaff communication and organizationpotty training support
  5. 5

    275 Old Griffin Road, Mcdonough, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 245 children

    Bright Star @ Old Griffin Road receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teachers who are caring, patient, and attentive, with children showing strong developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted for maintaining good parent communication and creating a safe, loving environment.

    Caring and passionate teacherspatient and attentive staffchild development and academic progresschildren excited to attend
  6. 6

    178 Griffin Street, Mcdonough, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    McDonough Methodist Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the school's strong academics, caring staff, Christ-centered environment, and tight-knit community feel. Multiple families report significant academic growth in their children and appreciation for the school's affordability and individualized attention.

    Excellent academic instruction and accelerated learningcaring and ded
  7. 7

    235 Walker Drive, Mcdonough, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 231 children

    Parents consistently praise Sunbrook Academy at Luella for excellent staff care, strong academic programs, and safe environments. Children reportedly love attending and show significant developmental progress. The center has improved facilities and implemented strong communication systems with families.

    Caring and attentive teachersstrong curriculum and learning activitiesinclusive meals (breakfast and lunch)clean facility
  8. 8
    Abc Montessori
    4.38 score
    4.5(16)

    483 Walker Drive, Mcdonough, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    Parents consistently praise ABC Montessori for its clean facility, attentive staff, and strong academic focus. Owner Mrs. Miller and her team are noted for responsive communication, individualized attention, and helping children thrive developmentally. Multiple parents report their children rarely get sick and quickly adjust to the school environment.

    Clean facilityresponsive owner and staffstrong academics and critical thinking developmentindividualized attention
  9. 9

    3198 Jodeco Road, Mcdonough, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

    Parents consistently praise Bright Beginnings Learning Academy II (also referred to as Alphabet Kids) for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and developmental teaching. Multiple reviewers highlight the director Ms. Vaughn and various teachers for their dedication, kindness, and individualized attention to children. The facility is noted for welcoming special needs children, providing nutritious meals, and creating a family-like environment.

    Caring and attentive staffexceptional cleanlinessdirector Ms. Vaughn's personal involvementdevelopmental instruction in academics and life skills
  10. 10

    427 Mcgarity Road, Mcdonough, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise McDonough Presbyterian Children's Academy for its nurturing, hands-on learning environment and dedicated staff. Children show significant developmental progress across academic and social skills, with strong communication between teachers and families. The Christian-centered facility emphasizes small class sizes, creative activities, and family engagement events.

    Excellent teaching staffhands-on learning approachChristian environmentstrong child development and academic progress

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mcdonough based on parent reviews

Little Saints Drop-N-Play

4.9(20)

1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA

Parents consistently praise Little Saints Academy for its caring, family-oriented environment and strong academic instruction using the Abeka curriculum. Staff members are described as kind, loving, and highly communicative, with special attention given to children with individual needs. Children show significant academic progress and social development, with kindergarten teachers impressed by their preparation.

Caring and loving staffstrong communication with pare

Shiloh Early Learning Center

4.8(20)

262 Macon Street, Mcdonough, GA

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a church (Shiloh). The reviews praise the church's spiritual atmosphere, leadership, sermons, and community services including food pantry and Bible study.

Spiritual atmospherewelcoming membersstrong leadership

Palz

4.8(20)

225 Technology Parkway, Mcdonough, GA

The reviews provided are for Trinity Chapel, a church in McDonough, Georgia, not for PALZ daycare center. There appear to be no actual parent reviews for the PALZ daycare facility.

None - reviews are for a different organization

Saint James Preschool

5(7)

1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA

Saint James Preschool in McDonough, Georgia receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, qualified teaching staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including accelerated vocabulary and social-emotional growth, with high staff-to-child attention and strong leadership from the director.

Warm and loving atmospherequalified and skilled teachersstaff communication and organization

Bright Star @ Old Griffin Road

4.7(20)

275 Old Griffin Road, Mcdonough, GA

Bright Star @ Old Griffin Road receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teachers who are caring, patient, and attentive, with children showing strong developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted for maintaining good parent communication and creating a safe, loving environment.

Caring and passionate teacherspatient and attentive staffchild development and academic progress

Sunbrook Academy At Luella Academy

4.5(20)

235 Walker Drive, Mcdonough, GA

Parents consistently praise Sunbrook Academy at Luella for excellent staff care, strong academic programs, and safe environments. Children reportedly love attending and show significant developmental progress. The center has improved facilities and implemented strong communication systems with families.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong curriculum and learning activitiesinclusive meals (breakfast and lunch)

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Mcdonough, Georgia

There are 31 child daycare & preschools in Mcdonough, Georgia, making up 60% of the 52 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 Mcdonough, 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 Mcdonough

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Saint James Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Saint James Preschool in McDonough, Georgia receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, qualified teaching staff and warm, nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including accelerated vocabulary and social-emotional growth, with high staff-to-child attention and strong leadership from the director.

Warm and loving atmospherequalified and skilled teachersstaff communication and organization
Address
1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-5441
Little Saints Drop-N-Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Little Saints Academy for its caring, family-oriented environment and strong academic instruction using the Abeka curriculum. Staff members are described as kind, loving, and highly communicative, with special attention given to children with individual needs. Children show significant academic progress and social development, with kindergarten teachers impressed by their preparation.

Caring and loving staffstrong communication with pare
Address
1000 Decatur Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-5441
Shiloh Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a church (Shiloh). The reviews praise the church's spiritual atmosphere, leadership, sermons, and community services including food pantry and Bible study.

Spiritual atmospherewelcoming membersstrong leadership
Address
262 Macon Street, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-2344
Palz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews provided are for Trinity Chapel, a church in McDonough, Georgia, not for PALZ daycare center. There appear to be no actual parent reviews for the PALZ daycare facility.

None - reviews are for a different organization
Address
225 Technology Parkway, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 507-2094
East Lake Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
1924 Hwy. 155 North, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 914-3811
Bright Star @ Old Griffin Road
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Bright Star @ Old Griffin Road receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional teachers who are caring, patient, and attentive, with children showing strong developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending. The center is noted for maintaining good parent communication and creating a safe, loving environment.

Caring and passionate teacherspatient and attentive staffchild development and academic progress
Address
275 Old Griffin Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 288-3498
Abc Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise ABC Montessori for its clean facility, attentive staff, and strong academic focus. Owner Mrs. Miller and her team are noted for responsive communication, individualized attention, and helping children thrive developmentally. Multiple parents report their children rarely get sick and quickly adjust to the school environment.

Clean facilityresponsive owner and staffstrong academics and critical thinking development
Address
483 Walker Drive, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-9998
Sunbrook Academy At Luella Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Sunbrook Academy at Luella for excellent staff care, strong academic programs, and safe environments. Children reportedly love attending and show significant developmental progress. The center has improved facilities and implemented strong communication systems with families.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong curriculum and learning activitiesinclusive meals (breakfast and lunch)
Address
235 Walker Drive, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 914-1933
Noah'S Ark Day Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Noah's Ark Day Care and Learning Center in McDonough receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the small class sizes, cleanliness, professional staff, and caring environment, with several reporting long-term satisfaction. However, a few parents have raised concerns about staff behavior and teacher-student familiarity during the adjustment period.

Small classroom sizes with individual attentionclean facilityprofessional and thorough owners
Address
141 Holloway Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(678) 583-1691
Bright Beginnings Learning Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Bright Beginnings Learning Academy II (also referred to as Alphabet Kids) for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and developmental teaching. Multiple reviewers highlight the director Ms. Vaughn and various teachers for their dedication, kindness, and individualized attention to children. The facility is noted for welcoming special needs children, providing nutritious meals, and creating a family-like environment.

Caring and attentive staffexceptional cleanlinessdirector Ms. Vaughn's personal involvement
Address
3198 Jodeco Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(678) 759-8233
Towne Square Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Towne Square Academy receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, cleanliness, child engagement, smooth transitions at drop-off, and strong communication. The facility has successfully transitioned children from negative daycare experiences to thriving in a nurturing, professional environment.

Caring and patient staffclean facilitydaily communication with parents
Address
480 Racetrack Rd., Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 914-0093
Ola Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents universally praise OLA ACADEMY (Big Blue Marble Academy) in McDonough for exceptional care, safety, and staff professionalism. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited to attend daily. The director, Michelle, is frequently highlighted for her dedication and compassionate leadership.

Safe environmentattentive and kind staffexcellent communication
Address
2773 Hwy 81 E, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 305-7042
Lillie'S Lil Lamb Daycare And Learning Center III
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Lillie's Lil Lamb Daycare for its clean, safe environment, attentive staff, and organized learning structure. Multiple reviewers highlight the friendly atmosphere, effective communication with parents, and noticeable improvements in children's development and social skills. The facility is described as trustworthy and comparable to military base childcare.

Clean facilityfriendly and attentive stafforganized structure
Address
3500 Mcdonough Parkway, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 692-3002
Rainbow Child Care Center (Mcdonough)
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Rainbow Child Care Center receives universally positive feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the warm, caring staff, strong communication through their app, clean facilities, and children's demonstrated growth and enthusiasm for attending. Parents particularly highlight the center's attentiveness to special needs children and structured learning curriculum.

Warm and caring staffexcellent daily communication via app with photos and updates
Address
4075 East Lake Pkwy, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-3077
Pride And Joy Daycare Learning Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Pride and Joy Daycare Learning Academy II for its caring, well-trained staff, clean facilities, and educational programs. Multiple long-term families report feeling confident in their children's safety and development, with children showing academic and social growth. The center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback across all aspects of operations.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitystrong communication with parents
Address
814 Hampton Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 320-9898
Wesley Lakes Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Wesley Lakes Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, experienced staff, strong educational focus, and welcoming environment where children are happy and engaged.

Caring and experienced staffstrong educational curriculumwelcoming and smiling staff
Address
1015 Mcdonough Pkwy, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 914-0998
Stepping Stone Academy Mcdonough
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Stepping Stone Academy McDonough receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the caring, loving staff, clean facilities, and strong communication, noting their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically. The owner Mr. TJ is frequently mentioned as actively involved and dedicated to the school's success.

Caring and loving staffclean facilitiesexcellent communication with parents
Address
1285 Mcgarity Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 686-8889
Lake Dow Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Lake Dow Children's Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the owners Michelle and Rick, along with staff members, for creating a warm, family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring and loving atmosphere, cleanliness, child development outcomes, and personalized attention given to both children and families.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like environmentcleanliness of facility
Address
616 Highway 81 East, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-7647
Inverness Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Inverness Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, involved staff and directors. Parents consistently report feeling comfortable leaving their children, noting strong academic progress, social development, and a nurturing environment. The center is highlighted for successfully serving children with varying needs, including special needs children.

Caring and involved directors and teachersstrong academic and social skill developmentsafe and clean learning environment
Address
300 Inverness Avenue, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 288-2422
Superior Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Superior Learning Academy receives predominantly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, quality curriculum, and child safety. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' dedication and communication, with children expressing enthusiasm about attending. However, one parent expressed concern about the facility's policy restricting parental access to classrooms.

caring and dedicated staffstrong curriculum and educational outcomesdaily communica
Address
99 City Square Blvd., Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 898-9817
Tabernacle Of Praise Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Tabernacle of Praise Early Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the engaging summer camp activities, attentive and caring staff, welcoming environment, and strong learning experiences. However, negative reviews cite poor communication and lack of transparency regarding waiting lists, and concerns about infant care quality and management.

Engaging activitiesattentive teachersparent portal with updates and photos
Address
1640 Highway 42 North, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 692-4606
Tender Years Learning Center #9
Child Daycare & Preschools

Tender Years Learning Center #9 receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied families highlighting dedicated, caring staff and quality Pre-K programs, but serious safety and communication concerns raised by other parents including unlocked doors and lack of transparency.

Well-trained and caring teachersresponsive office staffwarm and family-like environment
Address
1605 Highway 42 North, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 954-1680
Angels Creative Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
90 Hunters Chase, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-1119
Prime Care Learning Center IV
Child Daycare & Preschools

Prime Care Learning Center IV in McDonough receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviewers praise the caring, professional staff, clean facilities, strong curriculum emphasizing faith-based learning, and positive developmental outcomes for children. Parents report high satisfaction with both regular daycare and afterschool/summer programs.

Professional and caring staffclean and organized facilitiesstrong curriculum with faith-based component
Address
94 Stoney Brook Way, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 898-4050
Childcare Network #184
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #184 for its clean, well-organized facility, professional and caring staff led by Director Ms. Holiday, and welcoming environment. Reviewers highlight smooth enrollment processes, excellent communication with parents, and staff expertise in working with children with special needs. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high satisfaction with the center's care quality and safety protocols.

Professional and welcoming director and staffclean and well-maintained facilityorganized classrooms
Address
689 Jonesboro Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 302-0301
Childcare Network #208
Child Daycare & Preschools

Childcare Network #208 in McDonough receives consistently high praise from parents who report positive developmental growth, strong leadership, and a nurturing environment. Parents highlight the director's open-door policy and responsive communication, as well as dedicated, caring staff who create a safe and structured learning atmosphere. Multiple families report their children have thrived academically and socially during their tenure at the center.

Exceptional director leadership (Tameka/Mrs. King)caring and attentive staffstrong child development and academic progress
Address
4250 Jodeco Road, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 954-9353
La Fitness Kids Klub @ Mcdonough
Child Daycare & Preschools

This facility appears to be a gym, not a daycare center. Reviews praise exceptional cleanliness and staff dedication when certain employees are present, but criticize inconsistent maintenance, staffing issues, and operational problems when key staff are absent.

Excellent cleanliness maintained by dedicated staff membersknowledgeable and supportive training staffgood equipment variety
Address
95 Foster Dr., Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(678) 228-8011
Gold'S Gym Mcdonough
Child Daycare & Preschools

This listing appears to be for a gym facility (Gold's Gym/Fitness 2020), not a daycare center. The reviews are from gym members, not parents evaluating childcare services. This is a data mismatch.

N/A - Reviews are for a gymnot a daycare
Address
1090 Regency Plaza Blvd., Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 957-0804
Salem Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1724 Highway 155 North, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 914-2449
Big Blue Marble - Hwy 155
Child Daycare & Preschools

Big Blue Marble Academy has received 10 five-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, showing improved confidence and social skills. Communication with directors and teachers is highlighted as excellent, with regular updates via the Procare app.

Kind and loving staffclean facilitiesopen communication with parents
Address
1924 Hwy. 155 North, Mcdonough, GA
Phone
(770) 914-3811

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Frequently asked questions

There are 31 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mcdonough, Georgia, out of 52 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 Mcdonough, 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
Mcdonough offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 31 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 7 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 14 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 Mcdonough for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mcdonough 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.