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Best Church Daycare in Gardendale, AL

Compare 4 church daycare in Gardendale. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Gardendale, Alabama at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
71
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Gardendale has 4 licensed church daycare with 71 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 35071 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gardendale

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
    Gardendale First Baptist Church
    4.59 score
    4.8(14)

    940 Main Street, Gardendale, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Gardendale First Baptist Church is highly regarded by visitors and members alike. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, strong pastoral leadership, and sense of community. The facility is appreciated both for religious services and as a venue for various events and activities.

    Welcoming communitystrong pastoral leadership (Pastor Kevin Hamm and Pastor George)spiritual atmospherefamily-friendly events and activities
  2. 2
    Christ Way Church Of God
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    961 Mt. Olive Road, Gardendale, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Christ Way Church of God in Gardendale operates a religious facility with an exceptionally high rating. Reviews consistently praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, though most reviews focus on church services rather than the daycare specifically.

    Kind and helpful staffcommunity outreach (free meals)uplifting worship experiencestrong pastoral leadership
  3. 3
    Gardendale Church Of The Nazarene
    4.44 score
    4.6(14)

    1800 Decatur Highway, Gardendale, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Gardendale Church of the Nazarene Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the kind and caring staff, strong curriculum, nutritious meals, and faith-based approach to early childhood education. Children reportedly develop advanced skills and feel loved in this religious facility environment.

    Kind and caring staffexcellent curriculumnutritious mealsskill development (potty training and academics)
  4. 4
    Gardendale Mt. Vernon Umc
    4.38 score
    4.5(15)

    805 Crest Drive, Gardendale, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews for Gardendale Mt. Vernon UMC focus on the church community and consignment sale rather than daycare services. Parents praise the welcoming church environment, helpful staff, and the quality consignment sale offerings. No specific daycare program reviews were provided.

    Friendly and welcoming communityhelpful staffexcellent consignment sale with competitive pricescontemporary and traditional worship services
  5. 5
    The Beary Best Of Care II
    4 score
    4(6)

    805 Main Street, Gardendale, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Beary Best of Care II receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the patient, attentive teachers, clean facilities, and nurturing environment that helps children thrive. Parents consistently report that their children form strong attachments to the school and benefit from both academic instruction and emotional support. One negative review mentions rudeness but provides no details.

    Patient and attentive teachersclean and well-maintained facilitywelcoming environmentstrong teacher-parent communication

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Gardendale

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

4.78avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.25avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Gardendale zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
350716
4.6
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gardendale (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gardendale based on parent reviews

Gardendale First Baptist Church

4.8(14)

940 Main Street, Gardendale, AL

Gardendale First Baptist Church is highly regarded by visitors and members alike. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, strong pastoral leadership, and sense of community. The facility is appreciated both for religious services and as a venue for various events and activities.

Welcoming communitystrong pastoral leadership (Pastor Kevin Hamm and Pastor George)spiritual atmosphere

Christ Way Church Of God

4.7(20)

961 Mt. Olive Road, Gardendale, AL

Christ Way Church of God in Gardendale operates a religious facility with an exceptionally high rating. Reviews consistently praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, though most reviews focus on church services rather than the daycare specifically.

Kind and helpful staffcommunity outreach (free meals)uplifting worship experience

Gardendale Church Of The Nazarene

4.6(14)

1800 Decatur Highway, Gardendale, AL

Gardendale Church of the Nazarene Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the kind and caring staff, strong curriculum, nutritious meals, and faith-based approach to early childhood education. Children reportedly develop advanced skills and feel loved in this religious facility environment.

Kind and caring staffexcellent curriculumnutritious meals

Gardendale Baptist Tabernacle

5(2)

2649 Decatur Highway, Gardendale, AL

One parent highlights the convenience of bus transportation and the gift of a new Bible for Sunday school attendees. Another parent commends the institution for fostering a respectful, smart, and well-rounded young man upon graduation.

convenient bus pickupfree Bible giftrespectful environment

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Daycare types in Gardendale

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Church Daycare in Gardendale, Alabama

There are 4 church daycare in Gardendale, Alabama, making up 67% of the 6 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 Gardendale have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.78 stars. Our analysis covers 71 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in Gardendale

Showing 4 results

Gardendale Baptist Tabernacle
Church Daycare
5

One parent highlights the convenience of bus transportation and the gift of a new Bible for Sunday school attendees. Another parent commends the institution for fostering a respectful, smart, and well-rounded young man upon graduation.

convenient bus pickupfree Bible giftrespectful environment
Address
2649 Decatur Highway, Gardendale, AL
Phone
(205) 631-9318
Gardendale First Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.8

Gardendale First Baptist Church is highly regarded by visitors and members alike. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, strong pastoral leadership, and sense of community. The facility is appreciated both for religious services and as a venue for various events and activities.

Welcoming communitystrong pastoral leadership (Pastor Kevin Hamm and Pastor George)spiritual atmosphere
Address
940 Main Street, Gardendale, AL
Phone
(205) 631-5952
Christ Way Church Of God
Church Daycare
4.7

Christ Way Church of God in Gardendale operates a religious facility with an exceptionally high rating. Reviews consistently praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, though most reviews focus on church services rather than the daycare specifically.

Kind and helpful staffcommunity outreach (free meals)uplifting worship experience
Address
961 Mt. Olive Road, Gardendale, AL
Phone
(205) 631-4575
Gardendale Church Of The Nazarene
Church Daycare
4.6

Gardendale Church of the Nazarene Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the kind and caring staff, strong curriculum, nutritious meals, and faith-based approach to early childhood education. Children reportedly develop advanced skills and feel loved in this religious facility environment.

Kind and caring staffexcellent curriculumnutritious meals
Address
1800 Decatur Highway, Gardendale, AL
Phone
(205) 631-5452

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 church daycare daycares in Gardendale, Alabama, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Gardendale have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Gardendale, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Alabama's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Alabama)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Gardendale offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 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 Alabama 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 Gardendale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gardendale must be licensed by Alabama'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.