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1 Before or After School Daycare in Irondale, Alabama

Browse all 1 before or after school daycare in Irondale, Alabama. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Irondale

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
    Revelation Church Ministries INC.
    4.51 score
    4.8(9)

    1925 Second Avenue South, Irondale, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Revelation Church Ministries is primarily reviewed as a religious worship facility rather than a daycare center. While most reviews praise the spiritual experience and worship services, one parent reported poor daycare management and withdrew their grandchild from the facility.

    Pleasant and kind staffstrong spiritual atmospheregood worship experience
  2. 2
    Fruit Of Life Church
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    2223-5th Avenue South, Irondale, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Fruit of Life Church's daycare and children's ministry programs. The facility receives high marks for warm, caring staff, clean environment, excellent parent communication, and strong social-emotional development of children. The church is also noted as welcoming, community-focused, and offering quality programming for families.

    Warm and patient staffclean and safe environmentexcellent parent communicationchild social and emotional growth
  3. 3
    The Church At Grants Mill
    4.28 score
    4.4(12)

    6001 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise THE CHURCH AT GRANTS MILL daycare for providing excellent childcare with a warm, loving environment and strong Christian values. Staff members, particularly Ms. Denise, are noted for their dedication and the facility's educational quality. One parent noted higher child-to-staff ratios during summer camp but expressed overall trust in the facility.

    Outstanding educational valuestaff expertise and dedicationChristian principles instructionwarm and loving environment

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Before or After School Daycare in Irondale, Alabama

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Irondale, Alabama, making up 25% of the 4 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 Irondale, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Before or After School Daycare in Irondale

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Jefferson Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1500 Heritage Place Drive, Irondale, AL
Phone
(205) 956-3598

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Irondale, Alabama, out of 4 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 Irondale, 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
Irondale offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School 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.
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 Irondale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Irondale 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.