Blast Learning Academy
320 RIVERSIDE PARKWAY SUITE 100B, AUSTELL, GA 30168Childery Rating: 2/5
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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 (out of 3). 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
- 53
- 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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (2), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). Of 5 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Sep 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Discussed Maintenance of Resilient Surface591-1-1-.26
Discussed maintenance of resilient surface. Please fluff and redistribute. Finding 591-1-1-.26(4) requires that playgrounds be protected from traffic or other hazards by a (4) four foot high fence or other barrier approved by this Department. Fencing material shall not present a hazard to children and shall be maintained so as to prevent children from leaving the playground area by any means other
Sep 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 591-1-1-.15(3) Requires Baby Bottles and Formula to Be Labeled with the Individual Child's Name591-1-1-.15
Jul 8, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- 591-1-1-.25(13) Requires That Potentially Hazardous Equipment591-1-1-.25
591-1-1-.25(13) requires that potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children. It was determined based on observation that diaper cream, hand sanitizer and diaper wipes were located in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children in the 1L-Infants classroom. In addition, diaper wipes that were marked keep out of reach of children were l
Mar 7, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- 591-1-1-.25(13) Requires That Potentially Hazardous Equipment591-1-1-.25
591-1-1-.25(13) requires that potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children. It was determined based on observation that hand sanitizer was located on the diaper changing station in Classroom 2R and accessible to children. Additionally, bleach wipes were located in a hallway leading to the playground that was accessible to children and
Nov 28, 20231 Finding1 Important
- 591-1-1-.30(1)(a)2 Requires That a Crib Mattress Is Firm591-1-1-.30
591-1-1-.30(1)(a)2 requires that a crib mattress is firm, tight-fitting without gaps, at least 2 inches thick and covered with a waterproof, washable material. Before a change of occupant, each mattress shall be cleaned with a disinfectant. It was determined that three of five crib mattresses were not firm with a waterproof, washable cover.
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