How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Thomaston, Georgia?

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Thomaston, Georgia, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Thomaston?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Thomaston have an average Google rating of 4.26 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 43% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Thomaston?

When choosing a daycare in Thomaston, 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

What types of daycare are available in Thomaston?

Thomaston offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

What is the average cost of daycare in Georgia?

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 Thomaston for current pricing.

Are daycares in Thomaston licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Thomaston 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Thomaston, GA — Compare 8+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Thomaston

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
Overcomers Academy
4.62 score
5(8)
4178 Crest Highway, Thomaston, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Overcomers Academy is a religious facility in Thomaston, Georgia that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the spiritual teaching, welcoming community atmosphere, and reported healing experiences. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars.
Strong biblical teachingloving and welcoming communityspiritual growthhealing focus
2
Tender Tech Child Development Center
4 score
4(10)
1533 Highway 19 South, Building C, Thomaston, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Tender Tech Child Development Center in Thomaston, Georgia has received mostly positive feedback from parents whose children attend. Parents praise the staff, campus facilities, and overall experience. However, several reviews appear to be misplaced feedback about online college programs rather than the daycare itself.
Great staffchildren enjoy attendingpositive experiencegood campus facilities
3
Noah'S Ark Child Care & Learning Center
4 score
4(9)
293 Knight Trail, Thomaston, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children
Noah's Ark has received highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Most recent positive reviews praise the clean facility, friendly staff, reasonable rates, and quality care under new ownership. However, older negative reviews cite staffing instability, disorganization, and inadequate resources following the ownership change.
Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and caring staffreasonable rates compared to competitorsprofessional environment
4
Rays Of Hope Childcare
3.38 score
3(8)
745 West Moores Crossing Road, Thomaston, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Rays of Hope receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents about caring staff and engaged children, but serious concerns raised about management, supervision, billing practices, and staff conduct. Recent management changes appear to have addressed some issues, though significant allegations have been made.
Staff described as caring and compassionatechildren excited and happy to attendmanagement responsive to feedbackengaging learning activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Thomaston

4.5 - 5.0

3

4.0 - 4.4

2

3.0 - 3.9

2

Below 3

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Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Thomaston, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

Church Daycare

Headstart Programs

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Thomaston zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
30286	10	4.26	3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Thomaston (39–181 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Thomaston based on parent reviews

Lu'S Learning Center

5(3)

505 West Main Street, Thomaston, GA

Parents highlight the exceptional quality of the teachers and staff, noting that their grandchildren and boys love attending the center. Reviewers describe the environment as educational, fun, and the best learning option they have found.

exceptional teachersamazing staffeducational programs

Tender Tech Child Development Center

4(10)

1533 Highway 19 South, Building C, Thomaston, GA

Tender Tech Child Development Center in Thomaston, Georgia has received mostly positive feedback from parents whose children attend. Parents praise the staff, campus facilities, and overall experience. However, several reviews appear to be misplaced feedback about online college programs rather than the daycare itself.

Great staffchildren enjoy attendingpositive experience

Noah'S Ark Child Care & Learning Center

4(9)

293 Knight Trail, Thomaston, GA

Noah's Ark has received highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Most recent positive reviews praise the clean facility, friendly staff, reasonable rates, and quality care under new ownership. However, older negative reviews cite staffing instability, disorganization, and inadequate resources following the ownership change.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and caring staffreasonable rates compared to competitors

Tender Years Learning Center #16

5

1906 Barnesville Hwy, Thomaston, GA

Small World Child Care Center

3.8(4)

300 Lavender Lane, Thomaston, GA

A parent who transferred to this center praises the welcoming staff, flexible enrollment process, and engaging curriculum that supports child development, while another reviewer reports severe negligence including injuries and poor hygiene. The few reviews so far highlight a stark contrast between positive educational experiences and serious safety concerns regarding facility conditions and staff professionalism.

Welcoming and flexible enrollment processstrong student focus and caregiver supporteffective curriculum with visible learning outcomes

Rays Of Hope Childcare

3(8)

745 West Moores Crossing Road, Thomaston, GA

Rays of Hope receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents about caring staff and engaged children, but serious concerns raised about management, supervision, billing practices, and staff conduct. Recent management changes appear to have addressed some issues, though significant allegations have been made.

Staff described as caring and compassionatechildren excited and happy to attendmanagement responsive to feedback

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Thomaston, Georgia

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Thomaston, Georgia, making up 80% of the 10 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Thomaston have an average rating of 4.26 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 43% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 49 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Thomaston, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Thomaston, GA

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