Big Blue Marble Academy Powder Springs
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.2 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.2 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 2 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality Rated rating of Level 1. Structural quality reflects Georgia's licensing baseline. Georgia caps infant ratios at 1:6, toddler ratios at 1:8, and preschool ratios at 1:18. Lead teachers must hold a Child Development Associate (CDA). Teachers must complete 10 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Quality Rated Level 1 (Max 3) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 190
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:6 12 Toddlers 1:8 16 Preschool 1:18 36
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Child Development Associate (CDA)
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1), and Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 23, 20262 Findings2 Important
- A Variety of Equipment and Toys Were Observed Throughout the Center on This Date591-1-1-.12
A variety of equipment and toys were observed throughout the center on this date. Comment Equipment and furniture observed to be properly secured, as applicable. Finding 591-1-1-.12(2) requires that all equipment and furniture be free from hazardous conditions such as, but not limited to, sharp rough edges or toxic paint
- Discussed SIDS and Infant Sleeping Position591-1-1-.30
Discussed SIDS and infant sleeping position. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Revision Date: 2/23/2026 10:09:23 AM Page 2 of 3 Finding 591-1-1-.30(1)(b)1 requires that cots and mats are of sound construction and of sufficient size to accommodate comfortably the size and weight of the child
Aug 6, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Associated with Complaint 591-1-1-.03(8) Requires a Center to Provide Individual Attention to Each Child by Responding…591-1-1-.03
Associated with Complaint 591-1-1-.03(8) requires a center to provide individual attention to each child by responding promptly to the child's distress signals and need for comfort. It was determined based on an investigation that a 1-year-old child was not immediately attended to when they showed signs of distress towards their arm.
- Associated with Complaint 591-1-1-.07(2) Requires That Parents Be Immediately Notified and Specific Instructions…591-1-1-.07
Associated with Complaint 591-1-1-.07(2) requires that Parents be immediately notified and specific instructions obtained until the child can be picked up or returned to the group, immediately when professional medical attention is required, or when the child experiences symptoms of moderate discomfort, or when the child is involved in an incident that puts their health and/or safety at risk and t
Aug 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Discussed Adding Equipment and Toys to Enhance the Variety in the Classroom591-1-1-.12
Discussed adding equipment and toys to enhance the variety in the classroom. Comment Equipment and furniture observed to be properly secured, as applicable. Finding 591-1-1-.12(2) requires that all equipment and furniture be free from hazardous conditions such as, but not limited to, sharp rough edges or toxic paint