How do I choose the right daycare in Marietta?

When choosing a daycare in Marietta, 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 Marietta?

Marietta offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 121 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 14 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 25 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Headstart Programs in Marietta, Georgia (1 Results)

Q: 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 Marietta for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marietta

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.

Elite Children Learning Center

4.8 score

5(20)

803 Brackett Road, Marietta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

Elite Children Learning Center in Marietta receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, with consistent praise for caring, attentive staff and a warm, welcoming environment. Parents report their children show rapid development in language and academics, experience smooth transitions to daycare, and genuinely enjoy attending. The small, personalized setting with consistent teacher assignments stands out as a major advantage over larger chain facilities.

caring and sweet teacherspersonalized attentionsmall staff and facility sizeconsistent teacher assignments

Bright & Creative Learning Center

4.8 score

5(20)

136 Marble Mill Road, Marietta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

Parents consistently praise Bright & Creative Learning Center for its caring, nurturing staff and positive impact on children's development and behavior. Multiple reviews highlight the welcoming environment, cleanliness, and reasonable rates. Several families noted significant improvements in their children's happiness and learning after enrolling.

Caring and patient staffespecially Ms. K and Ms. Alveenawarm and inviting facilityclean and organized

Marietta Early Learning Center

4.8 score

5(20)

165 N Fairground Street Northeast, Marietta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

Marietta Early Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, well-trained staff and warm family-like atmosphere. Children reportedly arrive excited and leave happy, with parents appreciating the clean facility, strong communication via the Procare app, and individualized attention to each child's needs and development.

Attentive and caring staffchildren excited to attendclean facilityexcellent communication through Procare app

Saint Andrew Umc Preschool

4.8 score

5(20)

3455 Canton Road, Marietta, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Saint Andrew UMC Preschool in Marietta receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring teachers, nurturing environment, faith-based curriculum, and strong communication. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate academic, social, and emotional growth.

Caring and dedicated teachersnurturing and welcoming environmentfaith-based educationplay-based learning

Meadows Montessori

4.72 score

4.9(20)

111 Bells Ferry Lane, Marietta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

Parents consistently praise Kids Galaxy Marietta for its Montessori-based education, attentive staff, and nurturing environment. Owner Shaheen is highlighted as highly involved, caring, and committed to both child development and family support. All reviews emphasize safety, individualized attention, strong communication, and children's happiness.

Owner involvement and leadershipMontessori philosophyindividualized child attentionstaff quality and kindness

Sprayberry Academy

4.72 score

4.9(20)

2110 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 266 children

Sprayberry Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, skilled teaching staff, engaging curriculum, and clean facilities. Parents particularly commend teachers like Ms. Kristen, Ms. Natalie, Mr. Vincent, and Ms. Mariana for their dedication and individual attention to children. The school also offers valuable perks including nutritious meals, photo/activity updates via app, camera access, and summer camps.

Caring and nurturing tea

Kids' Zone Daycare And Learning Center

4.72 score

4.9(20)

137 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 1100, Marietta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 171 children

Kids' Zone Daycare and Learning Center in Marietta receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the owners' hands-on involvement, caring staff, clean facilities, and developmentally-appropriate curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and making measurable progress academically and socially. The family-run center is distinguished by strong parent communication, individualized attention to each child, and a nurturing yet structured learning environment.

Warm and caring staffOwner involvement and accessibilityClean and safe facilitiesAge-appropriate educational curriculum

Primrose School Of Sprayberry

4.72 score

4.9(20)

2531 E. Piedmont Rd., Marietta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 152 children

Primrose School of Sprayberry in Marietta receives consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the nurturing staff, strong communication, quality curriculum, and sense of community. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in the care of this daycare.

caring and nurturing staffexcellent parent-child communicationknowledgeable and involved leadershipsafe and clean environment

Abc Kids' Academy

4.72 score

4.9(20)

4041 Canton Road, Marietta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

ABC Kids' Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff led by Mr. Griffin. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, regular updates via app, creative lesson plans, and a family-like atmosphere where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple long-term families emphasize feeling at peace and confident in their children's care and development.

Warm and nurturing staffexcellent communication with parentsregular photo/video updates via appcreative and engaging lesson plans

Due West Academy

4.72 score

4.9(20)

3797 Due West Rd., Marietta, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 217 children

Due West Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewed parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff, strong academics, and nurturing environment that makes children feel safe and loved. Families highlight excellent communication, thoughtful programming, and how the school feels like an extension of home.

Professional and caring staffstrong academicsexcellent communication and daily updatessafe and clean environment

Headstart Programs in Marietta, Georgia

There are 1 headstart programs in Marietta, Georgia, making up 1% of the 161 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 Marietta, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Marietta, Georgia, out of 161 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 Marietta, 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

Marietta offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 121 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 14 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 25 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 Marietta for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Marietta 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.

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