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Licensed Daycare in Jackson, Georgia

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

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 Jackson 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 Jackson typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Jackson?

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 .

6 licensed daycares in Jackson, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Georgia licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$920/mo

Georgia avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Jackson

ChildCare Aware reports the Georgia average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Jackson 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: 62 kids

ZIP codes covered

30233 6

Program types in Jackson

Head Start

6 centers

All Jackson licensed centers

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H Head Start

Happy Days Columbus Daycare #162

Jackson

2 years - 12 years Cap 40

J Head Start

Johns Creek Generations Daycare #95

Jackson

2 years - 12 years Cap 89

N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Atlanta #76

Jackson

2 years - 12 years Cap 40

R Head Start

Roswell Primrose School #9

Jackson

2 years - 12 years Cap 65

S Head Start

Savannah Little Angels #248

Jackson

2 years - 12 years Cap 110

W Head Start

Warner Robins Discovery Preschool #181

Jackson

2 years - 12 years Cap 31

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Jackson, Georgia?

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

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 Jackson 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 Jackson typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Jackson?

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 Jackson 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.