Licensed Daycare in Georgia
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Georgia Childcare Licensing
In Georgia, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL). Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.
Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:6 for infants under 12 months, 1:8 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:15 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.
Verify a license at Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL)What's distinctive about Georgia: Georgia's Pre-K program is universal (free) for 4-year-olds, funded by state lottery proceeds. DECAL's Quality Rated system stars providers 1–3 stars; 2+ correlates with strong outcomes.
Quick licensing facts
- 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 infant cost
- $920/mo
- Avg preschool cost
- $720/mo
Georgia Childcare Subsidies & Tax Credits
Georgia families can apply for Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) based on income and work/school status. Federal programs — the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap), and Head Start — stack on top of state assistance.
Local intake line: (404) 657-3434
Official Georgia & Federal Resources
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