Chestnut Mountain Academy
4720 WINDER HWY, FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 30542Childery 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
- 150
- 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 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (1), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), and Child Transportation Safety (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
May 4, 20265 Findings5 Important
- Proper Diapering Procedures Observed591-1-1-.10
Proper diapering procedures observed. Finding 591-1-1-.10(2) requires Centers first licensed after March 1, 1991, and Centers that renovate existing plumbing facilities, to have a hand washing sink with running heated water located adjacent to the diapering area. Flush sinks shall not be used for hand washing. Cleansing procedures in other facilities shall be approved by the Department. It was det
- 591-1-1-.14(2)(b) Requires That There Must Always Be One Staff Person Present in Each Classroom Where Children Are…591-1-1-.14
591-1-1-.14(2)(b) requires that there must always be one staff person present in each classroom where children are present that has current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and pediatric first aid training. It was determined based on review of records that Staff #14, date of hire November 3, 2025, did not have evidence of a current first aid and CPR training card on file. St
- 591-1-1-.26(6) Requires That Playground Equipment Provide an Opportunity for the Children to Engage in a Variety Of…591-1-1-.26
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 shall be free of lead-based paint, sharp corners and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and
- 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 based on observation that seven cribs were observed to have gaps measuring one inch creating a potential entrapment hazard for enrolled infan
- Please Ensure to Replace the Thermometer and Insect Strip Preparation to Vehicle Tag #BKA9552591-1-1-.36
Please ensure to replace the thermometer and insect strip preparation to vehicle tag #BKA9552. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Revision Date: 5/4/2026 2:19:21 PM Page 3 of 5 Comment The following vehicles were observed to have a current vehicle inspection report on file: - Vehicle tag #PNZ9140 - Expires February 14, 2027 - Vehicle tag #BKA9452 - Expires February 13, 2027 Finding 591-
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