How do I choose the right daycare in Savannah?

When choosing a daycare in Savannah, 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 Savannah?

Savannah offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 129 facilities Headstart Programs — 11 facilities Church Daycare — 16 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 36 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 Savannah, Georgia (11 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 Savannah for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Savannah

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.

Calvary Baptist Day Care Center

4.72 score

4.9(20)

4625 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 318 children

Calvary Baptist Day Care Center is highly praised for its welcoming spiritual atmosphere and quality early learning programs. Parents consistently mention the caring staff, family-like environment, and well-organized events. The facility serves as both a church and educational center that has positively impacted families for decades.

Warmwelcoming spiritual atmospherecaring and kind stafffamily-like environment

Kingdom Life Head Start Center

4.72 score

4.9(20)

425 West Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, GA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

No parent reviews of the daycare center were found. The reviews provided are for Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship Church, not the Kingdom Life Head Start Center daycare. Therefore, no assessment of the daycare's quality, staff, or services can be made from these reviews.

None mentioned (reviews are for the churchnot daycare)

Isle Of Hope Weekday Ministries

4.7 score

4.9(18)

412 Parkersburg Road, Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Isle of Hope Weekday Ministries is a church-based daycare in Savannah with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the friendly and welcoming staff, quality childcare, Christian-centered environment, and community involvement. The facility is noted for its beautiful setting and compassionate approach to early childhood education.

Friendly and welcoming staffexcellent childcare qualityChrist-centered/Christian environmentbeautiful setting

Terry'S Childcare And Learning Center

4.67 score

5(10)

1728 Staley Ave., Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

Terry's Childcare and Learning Center (operating as Avant Learning Academy) receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong educational programs, and clean facilities. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, engaging activities, and a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.

Caring and supportive staffstrong Pre-K and preschool programsclean and safe facilitydaily communication and progress updates

Happy Hearts Learning Academy

4.64 score

5(9)

1190 King George Boulevard, Suite A-2, Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Happy Hearts Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, nurturing environment with dedicated staff and owner Mrs. Sanders. Parents highlight strong educational activities, child development support, and a family-oriented approach. The center is also recognized for community involvement and support beyond childcare services.

Caring and patient staffstrong educational activitiessafe and nurturing environmentchild

First Bryan Baptist Church After School Program

4.64 score

4.8(20)

575 West Bryan Street, Savannah, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Reviews praise First Bryan Baptist Church for its rich historical significance as the oldest African American church in the United States and its welcoming spiritual community. Parents and visitors highlight the quality of sermons, music ministry, youth choir, and overall welcoming atmosphere. The church offers weekly tours and Sunday services.

Welcoming and inclusive communitypowerful sermons and preachingexcellent music and youth choirhistorically significant

St. Peter The Apostle

4.6 score

4.8(15)

7020 Concord Road, Savannah, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

St. Peter the Apostle is a highly-regarded Catholic parish and school in Savannah known for its welcoming community and engaging spiritual leadership. Parents consistently praise the warm, inclusive atmosphere and note feeling a strong sense of belonging. The facility is recognized for its community involvement and quality educational programs.

Welcoming and friendly congregationdown-to-earth priestsengaging homiliesstrong sense of community

Jewish Educational Alliance Preschool Savannah

4.56 score

4.7(20)

5111 Abercorn St., Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 127 children

Jewish Educational Alliance Preschool Savannah receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 average rating across all reviews. Parents praise the engaging teachers, safe environment, well-maintained facilities, and new outdoor pool with zero-entry area. The center is noted for creating a family-like atmosphere with strong staff support for child development.

Friendly and engaged staffsafe environmentquality swimming instructionnew outdoor pool with zero-entry area

Mickee'S Academy

4.56 score

4.7(20)

12426 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Parents consistently praise Mickee's Academy for its loving, engaged teachers and supportive learning environment. Children show significant academic progress and emotional development, with strong teacher-parent communication. Multiple families report their children love attending and have had successful transitions to more advanced educational programs.

Caring and communicative teachersactive parent involvementclean facilityengaging curriculum

Woodville Center

4.55 score

4.7(19)

127 Darling Street, Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Woodville Center in Savannah receives consistently high praise from users. Reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness, welcoming staff, and versatile use for community events, senior programs, and family gatherings.

Clean facilityfriendly and accommodating staffnice locationcommunity engagement

Headstart Programs in Savannah, Georgia

There are 11 headstart programs in Savannah, Georgia, making up 6% of the 192 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 Savannah, 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 11 headstart programs daycares in Savannah, Georgia, out of 192 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 Savannah, 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

Savannah offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 129 facilities
Headstart Programs — 11 facilities
Church Daycare — 16 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 36 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 Savannah for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Savannah 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.

11 Headstart Programs in Savannah, Georgia

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Savannah

Top Rated

Kingdom Life Head Start Center

Cuyler Head Start

Jones Hall Head Start/Early Head Start Center

Annex Head Start Center

Kayton Head Start

New Kingdom Life Head Start Center

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