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Cedars Preschool at McDonough

275 OLD GRIFFIN ROAD, MCDONOUGH, GA 30253Childery Rating: 2/5

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Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    2 / 5
  • Process Quality
    2 / 5
  • Structural Quality
    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
244
Cost
Free pre-K available
Participates in Georgia's Pre-K Program, a free state-funded pre-K program. Other care hours may have tuition.
Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
AgeMax ratioMax group
Infants1:612
Toddlers1:816
Preschool1:1836

Teacher Credentials

Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
Child Development Associate (CDA)

Inspection History

2 Inspection Visits Since 2023 · 3 Findings
Most recent: Mar 18, 2024⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
3 Important

Across 2 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.

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  1. Mar 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
    • Staff Stated Proper Knowledge of Diapering Procedures on This Date591-1-1-.10

      Staff stated proper knowledge of diapering procedures on this date. Finding 591-1-1-.10(9) requires Center Staff to not use the area used for diapering for food preparation and to keep the diapering area clear of formulas, food, food utensils and food preparation items. It was determined based on observation and staff statement children's snacks were in a bowl, sitting on the diaper changing table

  2. Sep 21, 20232 Findings2 Important
    • 591-1-1-.15(2) Requires That a Signed Written Feeding Plan for Children Less Than One (1) Year of Age Shall Be Obtained…591-1-1-.15

      591-1-1-.15(2) requires that a signed written feeding plan for children less than one (1) year of age shall be obtained from Parent(s) and that instructions from the Parent(s) shall be updated regularly as new foods are added or other dietary changes are made. The feeding plan shall be posted in the child's assigned room and must include the child's feeding schedule, the amount of formula or breas

    • Discussed Maintenance of Resilient Surface591-1-1-.26

      Discussed maintenance of resilient surface. Please fluff and redistribute throughout playground areas due to rain. Finding 591-1-1-.26(6) requires that playground equipment provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. For example, toddlers shall not be permitted to swing in swings designed for School-age Children. The outdoor equipment

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