51 Child Daycare & Preschools in Valdosta, Georgia
Browse all 51 child daycare & preschools in Valdosta, Georgia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Valdosta
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.
- 1Bright Start Preschool Learning Center4.72 score4.9(20)
109 South Forrest Street, Valdosta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 159 children
Bright Start Preschool Learning Center in Valdosta receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, professional staff, strong educational curriculum, and excellent kindergarten preparation. The owner, Shelbra McKnight, is specifically commended for her leadership and commitment to both children and staff.
Professional and friendly staffstrong educational curriculumkindergarten readiness preparationowner leadership (Shelbra McKnight) - 2Jackson Heights Christian Academy4.62 score5(8)
3737 Inner Perimeter Road, Valdosta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children
Jackson Heights Christian Academy is highly regarded by parents for its small, loving environment and attentive staff led by director Cathy Green. Parents consistently praise the center's dedication to child development, including potty training support, patience with separation anxiety, and quality food. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and returned for subsequent children, indicating strong satisfaction and trust.
Small class sizes with individual attentioncaring and loving staffquality mealssuccessful potty training assistance - 3Little Butterflies Daycare Center4.62 score5(8)
720 E. Brookwood Place, Valdosta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 10 children
Little Butterflies Daycare Center in Valdosta receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the welcoming staff, engaging activities, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are consistently happy and comfortable, with many describing it as a second home for their kids.
welcoming and caring staffprofessional managementnumerous activities for childrenchildren happy and eager to attend - 4Cross Pointe Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
4100 North Valdosta Road, Valdosta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
NOTE: The reviews provided are for CrossPointe Church, not Cross Pointe Preschool daycare. The reviews discuss the church's worship services, pastoral leadership, and community fellowship rather than childcare services.
None mentioned - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare facility - 5Carpenter'S Kids Preschool-Mmo4.55 score5(6)
3531 Bemiss Road, Valdosta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Carpenter's Kids Preschool is a Christian-based center in Valdosta with excellent academic preparation and strong staff engagement. Parents consistently praise the knowledgeable teachers, solid academics, Bible instruction, and genuine care for children's development and safety. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report kindergarten readiness success.
Knowledgeable and experienced staffstrong academic preparationBible and Christian values instructiongenuine care for children - 6Bree'S Creative Learning Childcare Center4.48 score4.6(20)
508 University Drive, Valdosta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children
Parents consistently praise Bree's Creative Learning Childcare Center for its welcoming atmosphere, professional staff, and quality care. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness, educational curriculum, and staff members who go above and beyond in supporting children's development and building strong relationships with families.
Welcoming and warm environmentprofessional and caring staffsmooth transitions for new studentsdaily communication with photos - 7Bree'S Creative Learning Preschool Childcare Center4.48 score4.6(20)
1820 Iola Drive, Valdosta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
Parents consistently praise Bree's Creative Learning Preschool Childcare Center as an exceptional facility with a caring, welcoming staff led by Mrs. Bree. Children show strong development and emotional growth, with parents appreciating the smooth transitions, daily communication, engaging curriculum, and family events. Parents express high trust in the center's safety standards and professionalism.
Warm and welcoming atmospherecaring and professional staffsmooth transitions for new studentsdaily updates with pictures - 8Lighthouse Christian Day Care4.47 score4.8(7)
4565 Bemiss Road, Valdosta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children
Lighthouse Christian Day Care is a church-based facility in Valdosta, Georgia with an affiliated private school. Parents praise the Christian environment, friendly staff, and family-oriented culture. The center emphasizes biblical teachings and provides sports programs alongside childcare.
God-centered environmentfriendly and welcoming staffon-site private schoolsports programs (volleyball and basketball) - 9First United Methodist Church Preschool And Nursery Ministry4.45 score4.9(5)
109 West Valley Street, Valdosta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
This facility appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. The reviews reflect visitor experiences at Sunday worship services rather than childcare program feedback. No actual daycare or nursery ministry reviews are present.
Friendly congregationwelcoming atmospheregood pastoral leadershipbeautiful sanctuary - 10Sculpt 24 Fitness LLC4.32 score4.4(20)
3259 A Inner Perimeter Road, Valdosta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
SCULPT 24 FITNESS LLC is a fitness center with an on-site childcare facility. Parents praise the childcare staff as friendly, trustworthy, and attentive, with clean and safe spaces. The facility itself receives consistent high marks for cleanliness, equipment variety, and staff friendliness.
Childcare staff are friendly and trustworthysafe and clean childcare spacewell-maintained facilityextensive equipment variety
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Highest rated daycares in Valdosta based on parent reviews
Bright Start Preschool Learning Center
109 South Forrest Street, Valdosta, GA
Bright Start Preschool Learning Center in Valdosta receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, professional staff, strong educational curriculum, and excellent kindergarten preparation. The owner, Shelbra McKnight, is specifically commended for her leadership and commitment to both children and staff.
Jackson Heights Christian Academy
3737 Inner Perimeter Road, Valdosta, GA
Jackson Heights Christian Academy is highly regarded by parents for its small, loving environment and attentive staff led by director Cathy Green. Parents consistently praise the center's dedication to child development, including potty training support, patience with separation anxiety, and quality food. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and returned for subsequent children, indicating strong satisfaction and trust.
Little Butterflies Daycare Center
720 E. Brookwood Place, Valdosta, GA
Little Butterflies Daycare Center in Valdosta receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the welcoming staff, engaging activities, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children are consistently happy and comfortable, with many describing it as a second home for their kids.
Cross Pointe Preschool
4100 North Valdosta Road, Valdosta, GA
NOTE: The reviews provided are for CrossPointe Church, not Cross Pointe Preschool daycare. The reviews discuss the church's worship services, pastoral leadership, and community fellowship rather than childcare services.
Carpenter'S Kids Preschool-Mmo
3531 Bemiss Road, Valdosta, GA
Carpenter's Kids Preschool is a Christian-based center in Valdosta with excellent academic preparation and strong staff engagement. Parents consistently praise the knowledgeable teachers, solid academics, Bible instruction, and genuine care for children's development and safety. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report kindergarten readiness success.
Bree'S Creative Learning Childcare Center
508 University Drive, Valdosta, GA
Parents consistently praise Bree's Creative Learning Childcare Center for its welcoming atmosphere, professional staff, and quality care. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness, educational curriculum, and staff members who go above and beyond in supporting children's development and building strong relationships with families.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Valdosta, Georgia
There are 51 child daycare & preschools in Valdosta, Georgia, making up 78% of the 65 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 Valdosta, 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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Childcare Network #220 in Valdosta receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents report that children are happy, safe, and engaged in learning, with teachers taking time to know each child individually. The facility has successfully transitioned children from negative daycare experiences to enjoying school daily.
- Address
- 519 St. Augustine Rd., Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 316-8951
- Address
- 4091 Perimeter Road, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 316-2874
- Address
- 5386 Madison Hwy, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 559-7062
Childcare Network #12 in Valdosta receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents who reviewed it. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, welcoming environment, educational programs, and safe facilities that make them feel confident leaving their children in the center's care.
- Address
- 424 Connell Rd., Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 316-0391
Tender Years Learning Center #8 has highly polarized reviews. Some parents praise the teachers and staff as amazing, while others report serious concerns including cleanliness issues, rude staff, rough handling of children, poor nutrition, and an unresponsive owner. The facility offers before/after school care for Lake Park Elementary, which some parents found helpful despite high prices.
- Address
- 1902 N. Forrest St., Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 242-7130
- Address
- 5111 Bemiss Road, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 474-4004
- Address
- 426 Murray Road, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 244-8010
- Address
- 800 Gornto Road, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 244-2556
- Address
- 706 Broad Street, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 244-4300
- Address
- 200 North Forrest Street, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 244-9523
The Boys and Girls Club of Valdosta receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the organization's caring staff and educational quality, though some express concerns about child behavior management, security, and professionalism.
- Address
- 614 North Toombs Street, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 242-0676
- Address
- 1104 West Gordon Street, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 333-1861
Parents appreciate this Boys & Girls Club location as a fun, welcoming community space for children with good food and activities. The facility is noted as clean with friendly staff. Some parents mention limited availability and concerns about the neighborhood safety, though they view it as a good option given circumstances.
- Address
- 611 East Ann Street, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 242-0676
Reviews are mixed with strong praise for the organization's caring mission and dedicated staff, but concerns raised about child behavior management, safety protocols, and professionalism. The facility appears to serve multiple community functions beyond daycare.
- Address
- 807 Fry Street, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 242-0676
Parents praise the Boys & Girls Clubs of Valdosta-Lake Laurie Unit for affordable after-school and summer care with engaging activities, homework help, and caring staff. Most reviews are highly positive, though a few note concerns about facility maintenance and sports program quality.
- Address
- 3678 Lake Laurie Drive, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 247-5437
Bright Horizons Preschool has 9 five-star reviews praising staff attentiveness, educational quality, communication via Brightwheel app, and child development. One one-star review disputes a same-day pickup policy not in the handbook, alleges the director mishandled a medical appointment situation, and claims poor staff treatment led to the family's departure.
- Address
- 1794 East Park Avenue, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 253-1296
Parents praise the Boys and Girls Club organization as caring and hardworking with cool educators. However, some parents express concerns about child behavior, safety/protection measures, and professionalism.
- Address
- 215 West North Street, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 242-0676
- Address
- 305 B Smith Avenue, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 241-0100
- Address
- 5111 Bemiss Road, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 630-1221
- Address
- 601 North Lee Street, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 834-2610
- Address
- 704 Cherokee Avenue, Valdosta, GA
- Phone
- (229) 251-9028
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