Licensed Daycare in Goodwater, Alabama
3 licensed daycares in Goodwater, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Alabama licensing records.
Goodwater listings updated August 2026 from official Alabama records.
Daycare in Goodwater: what parents should know
There are 3 licensed childcare providers on record in Goodwater, with Infant Care the most common type (about 33% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Alabama license at indexing time, sourced from Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division.
For age coverage, 1 center in Goodwater report infant care (roughly 33% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early). 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.
Combined, Goodwater's licensed centers hold about 162 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Goodwater childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Goodwater
ChildCare Aware reports the Alabama average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Goodwater vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Alabama families may also qualify for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694).
Full Alabama licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division
- Infant ratio
- 1:5
- Toddler ratio
- 1:7
- Preschool ratio
- 1:13
- Avg capacity
- 54 kids
What will daycare actually cost you in Goodwater?
Estimate your monthly cost by age and program type, then see which subsidies and tax credits you may qualify for.
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Goodwater
What to pack for the first day
Contains affiliate links
Dishwasher-safe ones survive daily bottle washing; paper labels peel within a week.
See this one on Amazon →
Ask the center first — many supply cots but require your own fitted sheet.
See this one on Amazon →
Two full changes per day for potty-training age, one for older kids.
Browse options on Amazon →
Most centers ask for one clearly named bottle a child can open alone.
Browse options on Amazon →
Needed if the center does not provide meals; look for one that fits an ice pack.
Browse options on Amazon →As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Prices are the same for you. Full list by age in our daycare supply checklist.
Largest licensed centers in Goodwater
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
No openings near Goodwater? Widen the search
Waitlists are normal in high-demand areas. Centers one ZIP code over often have space, and part-time or in-home options may open sooner — start by checking nearby ZIP codes.
Found a center in Goodwater? Here is what to pack
Bottles, name labels, nap bedding and spare clothes — our checklist by age covers what centers ask you to bring, and what they ask you not to send.
All Goodwater licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.
How many licensed daycare centers are in Goodwater, Alabama?
What's the average daycare cost in Goodwater?
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Goodwater daycares?
Are subsidies available for daycare in Goodwater?
How do I verify a Goodwater daycare's license?
Where to get childcare help in Goodwater
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programAlabama Child Care Subsidy Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(866) 528-1694 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division.
Official license searchChildcare resources for Goodwater
Data and guidance on this page draw on official government and nonprofit sources.
How this data is sourced. Listings for Goodwater, Alabama are compiled from official Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · August 2026 · methodology
Search 3 Licensed Centers in Goodwater
Free, no signup, verified directly with Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division.