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Licensed Daycare in Decatur, Georgia

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Decatur?

Statewide averages in Georgia run roughly $920/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Decatur daycares?

All licensed Georgia centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Decatur typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Decatur?

Georgia families can apply for Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) (intake: (404) 657-3434). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$920/mo

Georgia avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Decatur

ChildCare Aware reports the Georgia average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Decatur 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. Georgia families may also qualify for Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) (intake: (404) 657-3434).

Full Georgia licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL)
Infant ratio: 1:6
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:15
Avg capacity: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

30032 8 30030 8 30035 7 30034 7 30033 5

Program types in Decatur

Infant & Toddler Center

5 centers

Head Start Center

5 centers

Before & After School Care

5 centers

All Decatur licensed centers

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C Preschool

Columbus Learning Tree #49

Decatur

Preschool (2-5) Cap 87

C Infant Care

Columbus Panda Kids Academy #52

Decatur

Preschool (2-5) Cap 21

C Before/After School

Columbus Sunflower Daycare #51

Decatur

School Age (5+) Cap 51

C Montessori

Columbus Wonder Years #53

Decatur

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 23

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Macon #310

Decatur

Preschool (2-5) Cap 31

J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Columbus #50

Decatur

2 years - 12 years Cap 87

L Infant Care

Little Genius Sandy Springs #224

Decatur

Preschool (2-5) Cap 108

L Head Start

Little Genius Warner Robins #69

Decatur

2 years - 12 years Cap 79

M Head Start

Macon ABC Childcare #308

Decatur

2 years - 12 years Cap 97

M Before/After School

Macon Bright Beginnings #309

Decatur

School Age (5+) Cap 44

M Montessori

Macon Children's Place #311

Decatur

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 82

M Preschool

Macon Early Learning Center #307

Decatur

Preschool (2-5) Cap 116

N Infant Care

Nurturing Hearts Warner Robins #71

Decatur

Preschool (2-5) Cap 54

S Montessori

Sandy Springs Cloud Nine Kids #225

Decatur

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 58

S Head Start

Sandy Springs Panda Kids Academy #222

Decatur

2 years - 12 years Cap 50

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Decatur, Georgia?

Our directory lists 25 licensed childcare centers in Decatur, Georgia, sourced from Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL). All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Decatur?

Statewide averages in Georgia run roughly $920/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Decatur daycares?

All licensed Georgia centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Decatur typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Decatur?

Georgia families can apply for Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) (intake: (404) 657-3434). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Decatur daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.