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Best Before or After School Daycare in Lake City, GA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Lake City. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lake City, Georgia at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
25
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Lake City has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 25 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lake City

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
    The Learning Center
    4.15 score
    4.3(5)

    1518 Huie Road, Lake City, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    The Learning Center in Lake City, Georgia has mostly positive reviews from parents praising the staff and learning environment. However, one detailed negative review documents significant billing issues, unprofessional handling of a picture day complaint, and disputes over automatic payment processing.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Lake City

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Lake City, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lake City (76–132 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Lake City

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Lake City, Georgia

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Lake City, Georgia, making up 33% of the 3 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 Lake City have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 25 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lake City, 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 Lake City

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Clayton County Schools - Lake City Elementary Ckids
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5354 Phillips Drive, Lake City, GA
Phone
(770) 473-3229

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Lake City, Georgia, out of 3 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 Lake City have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Lake City, 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
Lake City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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 Lake City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lake City 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.