Best Daycares in Augusta, GA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 12 daycares and childcare centers in Augusta based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Augusta

  1. #1 — Reid Memorial MDO and Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — First Baptist Church of Augusta Weekday Education Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Elementary school. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Open Door Preschool Inc Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Fleming Baptist Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Abilene Weekday Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Apparo Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Childcare Network Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Wheeler Pines Bradley School Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Little Tots Learning Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Deansbridge Head Start Program Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Cottons Learning Center Of Serenity Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Cokesbury Preschool Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Augusta?
Reid Memorial MDO and Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Augusta based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Augusta?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Augusta?
Childcare costs in Augusta vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.