Official Records

Licensed Daycare in Monroe, Georgia

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

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 Monroe 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 Monroe typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Monroe?

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 Monroe, 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 Monroe

ChildCare Aware reports the Georgia average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Monroe 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: 63 kids

ZIP codes covered

30655 8 1

Program types in Monroe

Head Start

6 centers

All Monroe licensed centers

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A Head Start

Alpharetta Primrose School #64

Monroe

2 years - 12 years Cap 104

G Head Start

Growing Minds Augusta #45

Monroe

2 years - 12 years Cap 48

H Head Start

Happy Days Roswell Daycare #217

Monroe

2 years - 12 years Cap 61

J Head Start

Johns Creek Little Angels #303

Monroe

2 years - 12 years Cap 33

L Head Start

Little Genius Atlanta #284

Monroe

2 years - 12 years Cap 63

N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Athens #131

Monroe

2 years - 12 years Cap 73

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

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Monroe, Georgia?

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

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 Monroe 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 Monroe typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Monroe?

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 Monroe 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.