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Licensed Daycare in Atlanta, Georgia

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Atlanta, Georgia?

Our directory lists 180 licensed childcare centers in Atlanta, 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.

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

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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Atlanta?

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 .

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180

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$920/mo

Georgia avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Atlanta

ChildCare Aware reports the Georgia average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Atlanta 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: 67 kids

ZIP codes covered

30349 31 30329 16 30339 12 30311 11 30331 9 30338 8 30336 8 30327 8

Program types in Atlanta

Licensed Group Child Care Home

24 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

24 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

18 centers

All Atlanta licensed centers

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F Licensed Center

First Steps Warner Robins #225

Atlanta

Infants & Toddlers Cap 18

G Head Start

Growing Minds Columbus #202

Atlanta

2 years - 12 years Cap 106

G Group Care

Growing Minds Roswell #47

Atlanta

School Age (5+) Cap 92

G Licensed Center

Growing Minds Savannah #308

Atlanta

Infants & Toddlers Cap 35

H Head Start

Happy Days Atlanta Daycare #140

Atlanta

2 years - 12 years Cap 62

H Infant Care

Happy Days Columbus Daycare #204

Atlanta

Preschool (2-5) Cap 90

H Licensed Center

Happy Days Johns Creek Daycare #155

Atlanta

Infants & Toddlers Cap 119

H Head Start

Happy Days Roswell Daycare #49

Atlanta

2 years - 12 years Cap 18

H Group Care

Happy Days Warner Robins Daycare #219

Atlanta

School Age (5+) Cap 37

J Head Start

Johns Creek ABC Childcare #151

Atlanta

2 years - 12 years Cap 44

J Before/After School

Johns Creek Bright Beginnings #152

Atlanta

School Age (5+) Cap 120

J Infant Care

Johns Creek Bright Futures Daycare #145

Atlanta

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

J Preschool

Johns Creek Childcare Academy #142

Atlanta

Preschool (2-5) Cap 42

J Montessori

Johns Creek Children's Place #154

Atlanta

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 93

J Head Start

Johns Creek Discovery Preschool #159

Atlanta

2 years - 12 years Cap 107

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How many licensed daycare centers are in Atlanta, Georgia?

Our directory lists 180 licensed childcare centers in Atlanta, 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 Atlanta?

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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Atlanta?

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 Atlanta 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.