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Childery

Childcare Network #89

3584 MT. ZION CHURCH ROAD, VALDOSTA, GA 31605Childery Rating: 4/5

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Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    4 / 5
  • Process Quality
    5 / 5
  • Structural Quality
    3 / 5

Why this rating

This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality Rated rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
189
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 2025 · 5 Findings
Most recent: Sep 5, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
1 Critical4 Important

Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (2), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.

See All 2 Inspection Visits
  1. Sep 5, 20253 Findings3 Important
    • 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 in Main F-PreK classroom, there was a plunger and toilet brush located on the floor in the back left bathroom. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Revision Date: 9/5/2025 11:31:38 AM Page 1 of 4

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

      Discussed maintenance of resilient surface. Please fluff and redistribute. 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 shall be free of lead-based paint, shar

    • Discussed SIDS and Infant Sleeping Position591-1-1-.30

      Discussed SIDS and infant sleeping position. Comment The correct number of mats, sheets and blankets were observed on this date. Cleaning and disinfecting of mats was discussed with the director on this date. Finding 591-1-1-.30(4). requires that if cots and mats are stored in the children's activity room or area, they shall be stored to prevent children's access to them and to allow maximum use o

  2. May 22, 20252 Findings1 Critical1 Important
    • 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 the following potentially hazardous materials were within reach of the children: -in classroom B, there was a box of rubber gloves on top of the changing table -in classroom C, there was a broom and dust pan located i

    • 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

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