As a parent, finding the right daycare for your child is one of the most important decisions you can make. It can be a daunting task to sift through all of the options and choose the best fit for your family. That’s why we’ve done the research for you and compiled a list of five of the top daycares in Decatur.

1. The Goddard School

The Goddard School is a popular choice for parents in Decatur and surrounding counties. They offer programs for children from six weeks to six years old, with a focus on play-based learning and development. The Goddard School also has a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) curriculum and a low student-teacher ratio to ensure individualized attention.

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2. Sunshine House of Decatur

Sunshine House of Decatur is another great option in Decatur. They offer full-day programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, as well as before and after-school care for older children. Sunshine House has a focus on early childhood education and provides a curriculum that incorporates language, math, science, and social studies.

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3. Learning Nook Child Care

Learning Nook Child Care offers programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. They have a focus on play-based learning with teacher-guided instruction. Learning Nook also offers a music program, Spanish language classes, and a focus on character development.

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4. SoulShine Decatur

SoulShine Decatur is a family-owned daycare center that has been serving Decatur for over 7 years. They offer programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, with a focus on hands-on learning and exploration. SoulShine Decatur also has a low student-teacher ratio to ensure individualized attention and a loving, nurturing environment.

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5. College Heights Early Childhood Learning Center

College Heights Early Childhood Learning Center is a daycare center that has been serving Decatur for over 10 years. They offer programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, as well as before and after-school care for older children. College Heights Early Childhood Learning Center has a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach to education that focuses on child-led learning and exploration.

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Mackenzie Sutton is a contributor to What's Your ATL?