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Licensed Daycare in Carrollton, Georgia

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

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 Carrollton 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 Carrollton typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Carrollton?

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 .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$920/mo

Georgia avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Carrollton

ChildCare Aware reports the Georgia average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Carrollton 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: 64 kids

ZIP codes covered

30117 9 30116 6

Program types in Carrollton

Preschool Program

6 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

6 centers

All Carrollton licensed centers

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A Preschool

ABC Academy Johns Creek #38

Carrollton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 42

A Group Care

Active Kids Columbus #104

Carrollton

School Age (5+) Cap 81

A Group Care

Atlanta Discovery Preschool #18

Carrollton

School Age (5+) Cap 117

A Preschool

Atlanta Stepping Stones #19

Carrollton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 67

C Preschool

Columbus Playhouse Academy #105

Carrollton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 16

F Group Care

First Steps Savannah #190

Carrollton

School Age (5+) Cap 120

J Group Care

Johns Creek Creative Kids #37

Carrollton

School Age (5+) Cap 20

S Preschool

Sandy Springs Childcare Academy #277

Carrollton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 35

S Group Care

Sandy Springs Learning Center #276

Carrollton

School Age (5+) Cap 77

S Preschool

Savannah Little Scholars #191

Carrollton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

W Group Care

Warner Robins Little Stars Daycare #123

Carrollton

School Age (5+) Cap 50

W Preschool

Warner Robins Rainbow Learning Center #124

Carrollton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 41

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 Carrollton, Georgia?

Our directory lists 12 licensed childcare centers in Carrollton, 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 Carrollton?

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 Carrollton 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 Carrollton typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Carrollton?

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 Carrollton 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.