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Licensed Daycare in State College, Georgia

Q: What's the average daycare cost in State College?

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 State College 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 State College typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in State College?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$920/mo

Georgia avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in State College

ChildCare Aware reports the Georgia average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in State College 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: 75 kids

ZIP codes covered

31404 6

Program types in State College

Head Start Center

6 centers

All State College licensed centers

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A Head Start

Alpharetta Kids First Academy #264

State College

2 years - 12 years Cap 101

A Head Start

Atlanta Creative Kids #484

State College

2 years - 12 years Cap 114

A Head Start

Augusta Little Stars Daycare #245

State College

2 years - 12 years Cap 29

K Head Start

Kids R Us Albany #178

State College

2 years - 12 years Cap 94

M Head Start

Macon Bright Futures Daycare #92

State College

2 years - 12 years Cap 91

S Head Start

Sandy Springs Precious Moments #6

State College

2 years - 12 years Cap 23

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in State College, Georgia?

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in State College, 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 State College?

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 State College 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 State College typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in State College?

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 State College 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.