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986 Before or After School Daycare in Georgia

Browse 986 before or after school daycare across Georgia. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Georgia

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Georgia can make the decision-making process smoother.

Georgia has about 5,545 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Georgia. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Georgia

There are 5,545 daycares in Georgia: 239 headstart facilities, 986 before/after school centers, 537 religious facility daycares, and 3,783 childcare and preschool centers.

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Maranatha Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Maranatha Christian Academy (also known as Genesis Academy) is a school-based Christian institution in Oakwood, Georgia with a 4.7/5 Google rating. The vast majority of parents praise the qualified staff, academic growth, biblical curriculum, affordable pricing, and supportive community environment. One negative review alleges harsh discipline practices and questions the institution's integrity.

Academic growthqualified and loving staffChristian/biblical worldview education
Address
5135 Mcever Road, Oakwood, GA
Phone
(770) 536-6334
Sunbrook Academy At The Bridge
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Sunbrook Academy at The Bridge receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong educational focus, excellent communication, and safe, nurturing environment that keeps children engaged and excited to attend.

Loving and attentive staffexcellent daily communicationmobile app with updates and photos
Address
259 Tom Reeve Drive, Carrollton, GA
Phone
(770) 832-1930
Sunbrook Academy At Bay Springs Academy
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise Sunbrook Academy at Bay Springs for its caring, loving staff who treat children like family members. Reviews highlight strong teacher-student relationships, clean facilities, developmental learning activities, and excellent parent communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel their children are safe and well-cared for.

Caring and loving staffStrong teacher-student relationshipsClean facilities
Address
501 Bay View Drive, Villa Rica, GA
Phone
(770) 459-3819
Primrose School At Johns Creek
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise Primrose School at Johns Creek for its caring, professional staff, strong academics, and safe environment. The school is noted for excellent communication with families through daily updates and photos, nutritious homemade food, and small class ratios. Multiple parents report their children have made significant academic progress and look forward to attending.

Loving and attentive teachersstrong academic curriculum with Spanish and music
Address
7396 Mcginnis Ferry Road, Suwanee, GA
Phone
(770) 476-9024
Mt. Olive Community Outreach Center INC. @ Robert Harvey Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.6
Address
1305 East 2nd Avenue, Albany, GA
Phone
(229) 435-1033
Apec After School Enrichment @ Hilliard
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
3353 Mount Olive Road, East Point, GA
Phone
(404) 808-8774
Apec After School Enrichment @ Feldwood
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
5790 Feldwood Road, College Park, GA
Phone
(404) 688-8594
Discovery Day Camp
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Discovery Day Camp is a highly-rated summer day camp in Gainesville where parents consistently praise the quality of programming, staff expertise, and overall organization. Children show strong enthusiasm for returning year after year, with particular appreciation for swim instruction, diverse activities, and field trips. Directors Laura and Sara are noted for their involvement and attention to detail throughout camp operations.

experienced and qualified staffstrong swim instruction programdiverse activities and field trips
Address
1581 Community Way, Gainesville, GA
Phone
(678) 776-9505
Atlanta Preparatory School
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Atlanta Preparatory School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff relationships, engaging educational activities, strong communication, and visible child development. Families report their children are excited to attend and feel confident in the quality of care provided.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsclear communication with parents (photos and updates)
Address
2541 Glenvalley Drive, Decatur, GA
Phone
(404) 288-2022
Bulloch County Board Of Commissioners - Brooklet Afterschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents praise this school-based afterschool program for its clean facilities, well-maintained parks and playgrounds, and variety of recreational activities including seasonal sports and special events like parents' night out. Families appreciate the safe environment, easy accessibility, and welcoming atmosphere that appeals to multiple age groups.

Clean facilitieswell-maintained playgrounds and fieldsaccessible parking
Address
600 West Lane Street, Brooklet, GA
Phone
(912) 489-9058
Preferred Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Preferred Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring, experienced staff, family-like atmosphere, and developmental benefits for children. Parents consistently highlight teacher stability, individual attention, and effective teaching methods. One negative experience involved rude customer service during an initial inquiry.

Experienced and caring teachers with low staff turnoverfamily atmosphereindividual attention to children
Address
710 Concord Road, Smyrna, GA
Phone
(770) 436-1156
Child Development Lab At The Mcphaul Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents overwhelmingly praise Child Development Lab as one of the best daycares in Athens, highlighting highly trained and empathetic staff and excellent early learning experiences under UGA's operation. One parent reported concerns about waiting list management practices.

Highly trained and empathetic staffexcellent quality of carestrong learning environment
Address
202 Carlton Street, Athens, GA
Phone
(706) 542-4929
Primrose School At Sugarloaf Parkway East
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents overwhelmingly praise Primrose School at Sugarloaf Parkway East for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Families report feeling confident in their children's safety and development, with many enrolling multiple children and staying for extended periods. The center is consistently described as a supportive community rather than just a daycare.

Caring and patient teacherswarm and nurturing environmentfamily-oriented community feel
Address
2782 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA
Phone
(770) 513-0066
Primrose School Of Cumming West
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Primrose School of Cumming West receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, quality curriculum, and well-maintained facilities. Parents highlight noticeable developmental progress in their children, strong communication through daily updates, and a professional approach to childcare. The school is noted for addressing behavioral and social challenges effectively.

Caring and genuine staffengaging curriculumclean and well-maintai
Address
5745 Steeplechase Blvd., Cumming, GA
Phone
(678) 455-6008
Saint Luke Early Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
300 11th Street, Columbus, GA
Phone
(706) 322-2703
Sunbrook Academy At Chapel Hill
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Sunbrook Academy at Chapel Hill receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, clean facility, strong communication, and nurturing environment where children thrive both socially and academically. Multiple families have enrolled their children for extended periods, with some spanning over a decade.

Caring and loving stafffriendly and professional teachersclean faci
Address
6029 Professional Pkwy., Douglasville, GA
Phone
(770) 489-9008
Yes Program Of Baldwin County - Eagle Ridge Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
220 Abc Drive, Milledgeville, GA
Phone
(478) 456-1857
Woodchase Academy At Vinings
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Woodchase Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically. Parents emphasize the caring staff, clean facility, strong communication from directors, and excellent preparation for elementary school. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and remained loyal customers over several years.

Caring and loving teachersexcellent communication from staffclean and organized facility
Address
4500 N Cooper Lake Road, Smyrna, GA
Phone
(770) 431-6800
The Alefbet Preschool At Congregation Beth Shalom
Before or After School Daycare
4.3
Address
5303 Winters Chapel Road, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(770) 399-7622
Savannah - Chatham County Schools 21st Century Clc - East Broad School
Before or After School Daycare
4.3
Address
400 East Broad Street, Savannah, GA
Phone
(912) 395-5500
Bibb County School District - Vineville Academy
Before or After School Daycare
4.3
Address
2260 Vineville Avenue, Macon, GA
Phone
(478) 779-3250
Dekalb County Schools Asedp - School Of Arts
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Parents consistently praise this arts-focused school for its strong academics, safe learning environment, and comprehensive arts programming. The staff is described as caring, disciplined, and communicative with families. Students report enjoying their experience and engaging in various activities and clubs.

Strong academicsarts programssafe learning environment
Address
3131 Old Rockbridge Road, Avondale Estates, GA
Phone
(678) 874-9302
The Children'S Village At The Crossroad
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Parents consistently praise The Children's Village for its caring, responsive staff and welcoming environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate developmental progress. The facility maintains strong communication with parents and focuses on individualized learning and growth.

Caring and attentive teachersquick enrollment processresponsive communication with parents
Address
2641 Hwy 17, Richmond Hill, GA
Phone
(912) 756-8688
Little Angels At Smarr
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Little Angels at Smarr receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, attentive staff and caring environment. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and experiencing developmental growth. The facility is credited with easing the transition back to work and providing strong communication and support to families.

Warm and patient staffclean and organized facilityattentive to children's individual needs
Address
2329 Highway 41 South, Forsyth, GA
Phone
(478) 994-3096
Sunbrook Academy At Stockbridge
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Sunbrook Academy at Stockbridge receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents report significant improvements in their children's happiness, learning engagement, and behavior after switching from other facilities. Staff members, particularly the director and teachers, are frequently praised for their attentiveness, warmth, and genuine care.

Staff caring and attentivewelcoming environmentchildren happy and engaged
Address
5006 Hwy 155 N, Stockbridge, GA
Phone
(678) 284-6001
Clarke County School District Early Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.2
Address
440-2 Dearing Extension, Athens, GA
Phone
(706) 357-5239
Cherokee Academy At Clayton
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Parents consistently praise Cherokee Academy at Clayton for exceptional care, warm staff, and strong communication. Director Nadine and teachers like Emily, Whitney, and Lauren are frequently highlighted for treating children with genuine love and going above and beyond. Families report feeling confident leaving their children in this nurturing environment where kids thrive developmentally and emotionally.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent director leadershipstrong communication with parents
Address
1205 Upper Burris Rd., Canton, GA
Phone
(770) 479-4404
Ymca Pryme Tyme Garrison Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Parents consistently praise YMCA PRYME TYME Garrison Elementary for its friendly, welcoming environment and quality staff who know children by name. The facility is noted for excellent educational progression and specialized support services, including interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder. Overall, parents describe it as an enjoyable and well-run school.

friendly and welcoming staffquality facilitiesstaff knows children's names
Address
649 W. Jones Street, Savannah, GA
Phone
(912) 663-6188
Wilcox County Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Wilcox County Elementary School receives mostly positive reviews praising staff dedication, caring administrators, clean facilities, and a family-oriented environment. However, several reviews raise serious concerns about racial discrimination and segregated proms at the school.

Caring and responsive teachershands-on administratorsclean facilities
Address
104 Gordon Street, Rochelle, GA
Phone
(229) 365-7231
Pace Academy
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

PACE Academy receives mostly positive feedback from current students, parents, and alumni who praise the supportive teachers, strong academic focus, athletic programs, and tight-knit community. However, there are significant concerns about after-school pickup logistics and parking congestion. One review mentions pending litigation.

Supportive teachersstrong athletic culturesmall school community
Address
966 West Paces Ferry Road Nw, Atlanta, GA
Phone
(404) 262-1345

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Frequently asked questions

There are 986 before or after school daycares across Georgia. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Georgia are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Georgia's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Georgia, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Georgia sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Georgia vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.