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Best Before or After School Daycare in St Marys, GA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in St Marys. Average rating: 4.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

St Marys, Georgia at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.47/5
Parent reviews
58
Top rated (4.5+)
3

St Marys has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 58 parent reviews averaging 4.47/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 31558 zip code, averaging 4.47 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in St Marys

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
    Tree House Academy
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    2600 Sugarmill Blvd., St. Marys, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 114 children

    Tree House Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, safe, and well-cared for. Parents highlight excellent communication, staff friendliness, and a secure facility with detailed activity updates provided through their app. The center is noted for organizing engaging events and field trips that children enjoy.

    caring and loving staffchild safety and security featuresstrong communication via app with photos/videos and detailed daily updateseasy enrollment process
  2. 2
    True Freedom Ministries Daycare And Learning Center
    4.39 score
    4.6(9)

    1905 Point Peter Road, St. Marys, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    True Freedom Ministries receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with staff praised for warmth, caring attention, and genuine investment in children's development. Directors Pastor Kevin and Mrs. Linda are frequently highlighted as personable and excellent communicators. One parent reported negative experiences regarding perceived judgment and selective enrollment practices.

    Caring and attentive staffwarm and loving environmentexperienced teachers (especially in infant care)excellent communication and updates via app
  3. 3
    Advance Learning Academy
    3.75 score
    3.5(5)

    3451 Charlie Smith Sr. Highway, St. Marys, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Advance Learning Academy receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the nurturing environment, low student-to-teacher ratio, specialized support for children with special needs, engaging activities, and compassionate staff. However, one review raises serious safety concerns about physical handling of children and inappropriate punishment methods.

    Compassionate and patient staffspecialized support for children with autism and special needslow student-to-teacher ratioengaging activities including photography classes and monthly trips

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in St Marys

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in St Marys, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.47avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

St Marys zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
315587
4.47
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in St Marys (31–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in St Marys

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in St Marys, Georgia

There are 1 before or after school daycare in St Marys, Georgia, making up 14% of the 7 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 St Marys have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.47 stars. Our analysis covers 58 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in St Marys, 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 St Marys

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Camden County - Crooked River Elementary Extended Day Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3570 Charlie Smith Sr. Highway, St. Marys, GA
Phone
(912) 673-7064

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in St Marys, Georgia, out of 7 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 St Marys have an average Google rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in St Marys, 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
St Marys offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 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 St Marys for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in St Marys 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.