If you work full or part-time and are in need of daycare for your children, this article is for you. In collating this information on daycares, my goal is to make it easier for you to sift through the information, contact the facility, and ultimately make the best decision for you and your family. If you are looking for daycare in other areas, check out these guides on our site on Evans Daycares and Augusta Daycares.
The below daycares are all in Martinez, Georgia, and have a 1, 2, or 3 Star Quality Rating from Georgia’s Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL). This rating certifies that each “program has demonstrated a commitment to meeting standards that exceed state health and safety requirements, meet numerous quality benchmarks, and scores high on independent observation.” Here is a quick guide to Martinez, GA Daycare Centers!
| Daycare Name | Weekday Hours | Weekly Rates | DECAL Profile | Transportation | Contact Number |
| A Child’s World – Columbia Rd. | 5:30AM – 6PM | $125 – $135 | DECAL Profile | To/From School | 706-860-0059 |
| Appletree Academy #1 | 6AM – 6:30PM | $175 – $185 | DECAL Profile | To/From School | 706-868-6060 |
| Appletree Academy #3 | 6:30AM – 6:30PM | $130 – $158 | DECAL Profile | To/From School | 706-650-2003 |
| Childcare Network #23 | 6:30AM – 6:30PM | Not Listed. Contact them here. | DECAL Profile | To/From School | 706-863-2158 |
| Cornerstone Academy | 6:30AM – 6:30PM | $184 – $195 | DECAL Profile | To/From School | 706-814-7198 |
| Learning Ladder Christian Childcare | 6AM – 6PM | Not Listed. Contact them here. | DECAL Profile | To/From School | 706-925-5608 |
| Little Castle Child Care | 6:30AM – 6PM | $160 – $180 | DECAL Profile | Not Available | 706-210-3958 |
| Prince of Peace Preschool | 8:30AM – 2:45PM | $113 per week for full-time. See detailed tuition costs. | DECAL Profile | Not Available | 706-860-1655 |
| The Bradley School of Martinez | 6AM – 6PM | Not listed, see website for Bradley School | DECAL Profile | To/From School | 706-860-3543 |
| The Sweetpea Experience | 6AM – 10PM | $150 | DECAL Profile | Not Available | 706-723-9998 |
A Child’s World – Columbia Rd.
Established in 1982 by Tina and David Dunn, A Child’s World: Child Care Learning Center is conveniently located near Martinez Elementary School and Augusta Preparatory Day School. Their site lists that they provide care for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years old and that the curriculum aligns with the Georgia Standard of Care Initiative.
Curriculum: High Scope Curriculum
Registration Fee: $100
Website and Application Information
Martinez Location Here: 4204 Columbia Rd, Augusta, GA 30907
Call: Brenda Warren, 706-860-0059
Appletree Academy I
There are three Appletree Academy daycare centers in the CSRA. Keep in mind that tuition, registration fees, and hours can vary between locations. When in doubt, make sure to call the number linked, as there is not a readily accessible business site.
Curriculum: N/A
Registration Fee: $125
Website: See GA DECAL Profile above
Appletree Academy I Location Here: 501 The Pass, Augusta, GA 30907
Call: Heather Case, 706-868-6060
Appletree Academy III
Curriculum: N/A
Registration Fee: $90
Website: See GA DECAL Profile above
Appletree Academy III Location Here: 460 Furys Ferry Rd, Augusta, GA 30907
Call: Wendy Hodor, 706-650-2003
Childcare Network #23
Childcare Network is a national company with 6 locations in the CSRA. The #23 Location is off Rose Street and close to Warren Road and Martinez Elementary schools. Additionally, Childcare Network #23 offers an Adventure Summer Camp that focuses on learning more about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM).
Curriculum: High Reach Curriculum
Registration Fee: $65
Website and Application Information
Martinez Location Here: 246 Rose St, Martinez, GA 30907
Call: China Thomas, 706-863-2158
Cornerstone Academy Christian Childcare & Preschool
Cornerstone Academy is a Christian-based daycare located in the heart of Martinez, GA. Per their website, the daycare was voted to the list of best in the Augusta area for the 2020 Cyber City’s Awards List. It’s conveniently located near Warren Road and Martinez Elementary schools.
Curriculum: Bible-based Curriculum
Registration Fee: $110
Website and Application Information
Martinez Location Here: 118 Old Evans Rd, Martinez, GA 30907
Call: Rebecca Pierson, 706-814-7198
Tour of Facility on YouTube
Learning Ladder Christian Childcare
With one of the most user-friendly websites on the list, Learning Ladder Christian Childcare is off S Belair Rd and conveniently located near Westmount and Martinez Elementary schools.
Curriculum: Creative Curriculum and GELDS
Registration Fee: $75
Website and Application Information
Martinez Location Here: 111 S Belair Rd, Martinez, GA 30907
Call: Melinda Williams, 706-925-5608
Little Castle Child Care
Located on Baston Rd, Little Castle Child Care is down the street from Augusta Christian Schools. Locally owned and operated since 2001, their website states that the caregivers are bilingual. Check out their website to get more information on the application process.
Curriculum: Not specified. Contact for more details.
Registration Fee: $180
Website and Application Information
Martinez Location Here: 220 Baston Rd, Martinez, GA 30907
Call: Carlos Gil, 706-210-3958
Prince of Peace Preschool
Affiliated with the Prince of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, the preschool operates from 8:30 AM – 2:45 PM during the months of August through May (closed in June and July). The preschool offers both part and full-time options for those in preschool (3-4 years old).
Curriculum: Creative and High Scope Curriculum
Registration Fee: $100
Website and Application Information
Martinez Location Here: 3703 River Watch Pkwy, Martinez, GA 30907
Call: Jeanne Thomas, 706-860-1655
The Bradley School of Martinez
The Bradley Schools have three separate locations in the CSRA. The Martinez location is near Wheeler Rd and Augusta West Pkwy. This location has a 8,500 sq. ft. facility along with a playground that is well shaded by trees.
Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
Registration Fee: $100
Website and Application Information
Martinez Location Here: 1219 George C Wilson Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
Call: Shannon Starkey, 706-860-3543
The Sweetpea Experience
And the final daycare on the list is The Sweetpea Experience, which is convenient to Columbia and Washington Rd. It is the only facility listed that provides nighttime care. The tuition cost is a flat $150 per week for all age groups.
Curriculum: Not Listed. Call for more information.
Registration Fee: $65
Website and Application Information
Martinez Location Here: 201 Valdes Dr, Martinez, GA 30907
Call: Mushanda Blount-Ray, 706-723-9998
Linked is a video from Georgia DECAL that explains more about their quality-rated child care listings and ranking system. I encourage you to check it out, along with their website, as you look for daycare in the area.
Hopefully, this list helps you in your search for the best child and daycare in the greater Augusta area. I’ve only had personal experience with a few of the facilities on the list and am not making any endorsements. However, I encourage you to access Georgia DECAL’s website in greater detail, particularly for those facilities that we did not have room to list in this post.
And when you have some time for family fun, I recommend visiting Phinizy Swamp Nature Park or Riverbanks Zoo. Both are within a one-hour drive from Augusta. You can find out more about these two locations, in addition to other nearby zoos, in this article on our site.
