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Licensed Daycare in Clayton, Georgia

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

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 Clayton 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 Clayton typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Clayton?

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 Clayton, 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 Clayton

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

30525 6

Program types in Clayton

Head Start

6 centers

All Clayton licensed centers

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A Head Start

Athens Bright Futures Daycare #59

Clayton

2 years - 12 years Cap 42

A Head Start

Atlanta Little Stars Daycare #212

Clayton

2 years - 12 years Cap 53

C Head Start

Columbus Precious Moments #298

Clayton

2 years - 12 years Cap 104

J Head Start

Johns Creek Kids First Academy #231

Clayton

2 years - 12 years Cap 100

J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Warner Robins #317

Clayton

2 years - 12 years Cap 16

K Head Start

Kids R Us Roswell #145

Clayton

2 years - 12 years Cap 60

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 Clayton, Georgia?

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

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 Clayton 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 Clayton typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Clayton?

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 Clayton 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.