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Licensed Daycare in Dalton, Georgia

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

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 Dalton 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 Dalton typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Dalton?

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 Dalton

ChildCare Aware reports the Georgia average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Dalton 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: 65 kids

ZIP codes covered

30721 6 30720 6

Program types in Dalton

Head Start Center

6 centers

Before & After School Care

6 centers

All Dalton licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Alpharetta #88

Dalton

2 years - 12 years Cap 113

A Head Start

Albany Discovery Preschool #2

Dalton

2 years - 12 years Cap 94

A Before/After School

Albany Stepping Stones #3

Dalton

School Age (5+) Cap 106

A Before/After School

Alpharetta Playhouse Academy #89

Dalton

School Age (5+) Cap 44

A Head Start

Athens Primrose School #155

Dalton

2 years - 12 years Cap 72

A Before/After School

Atlanta KinderCare #309

Dalton

School Age (5+) Cap 18

A Head Start

Augusta Little Angels #69

Dalton

2 years - 12 years Cap 54

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Augusta #70

Dalton

School Age (5+) Cap 68

H Head Start

Happy Days Atlanta Daycare #308

Dalton

2 years - 12 years Cap 47

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Athens #156

Dalton

School Age (5+) Cap 32

R Head Start

Roswell Generations Daycare #241

Dalton

2 years - 12 years Cap 68

R Before/After School

Roswell KinderSmile #242

Dalton

School Age (5+) Cap 64

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Dalton, Georgia?

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

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 Dalton 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 Dalton typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Dalton?

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 Dalton 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.