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Licensed Daycare in Girard, Georgia

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

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 Girard 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 Girard typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Girard?

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 .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$920/mo

Georgia avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Girard

ChildCare Aware reports the Georgia average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Girard 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: 71 kids

ZIP codes covered

30426 6

Program types in Girard

Head Start Center

6 centers

All Girard licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Athens #11

Girard

2 years - 12 years Cap 44

A Head Start

Atlanta Generations Daycare #164

Girard

2 years - 12 years Cap 114

C Head Start

Columbus Discovery Preschool #250

Girard

2 years - 12 years Cap 118

F Head Start

First Steps Roswell #97

Girard

2 years - 12 years Cap 47

J Head Start

Johns Creek Learning Center #183

Girard

2 years - 12 years Cap 91

W Head Start

Warner Robins Creative Kids #269

Girard

2 years - 12 years Cap 15

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Girard, Georgia?

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Girard, 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 Girard?

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 Girard 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 Girard typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Girard?

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 Girard 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.