Best Daycares in Decatur, GA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 9 daycares and childcare centers in Decatur based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Decatur

  1. #1 — Decatur Presbyterian Children's Community Score: 77%

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

  2. #2 — Bridgepoint Preschool Inc. Score: 77%

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

  3. #3 — Oakhurst Cooperative Preschool Score: 77%

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

  4. #4 — College Heights Early Childhood Learning Center Score: 71%

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

  5. #5 — The Goddard School Score: 66%

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

  6. #6 — Decatur First Preschool Score: 60%

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

  7. #7 — Soulshine Score: 49%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Harmony School of Decatur Score: 49%

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

  9. #9 — First Baptist School Score: 49%

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

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage 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%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Decatur?
Decatur Presbyterian Children's Community is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Decatur 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 Decatur?
Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Decatur?
Childcare costs in Decatur 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.