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Dogwood Hills Academy

8039 UNION HILL RD., CANTON, GA 30115Childery Rating: 4/5

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Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    4 / 5
  • Process Quality
    4 / 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 2 (out of 3) and NAEYC accreditation. 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 2 (Max 3) Learn more →
Accreditations
  • National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)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
179
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

3 Inspection Visits Since 2025 · 5 Findings
Most recent: Feb 10, 2026⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
1 Critical4 Important

Across 3 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.

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  1. Feb 10, 20261 Finding1 Important
    • 591-1-1-.14(1)(a) Requires All Staff Who Provide Direct Care to Children Must Obtain Certification in a Biennial…591-1-1-.14

      591-1-1-.14(1)(a) requires all Staff who provide direct care to children must obtain certification in a biennial training program in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and a triennial training program in pediatric first aid within the first 45 days of employment. Current and valid evidence of the successful completion of such training shall be maintained on the Center’s premises. The ho

  2. Aug 21, 20252 Findings2 Important
    • 591-1-1-.18(5) - Spoke with the Director Regarding Installing Thermometers in All Refrigerators.591-1-1-.18
    • 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

  3. Feb 25, 20252 Findings1 Critical1 Important
    • Associated with Investigation 591-1-1-.32(7) Requires That Children Be Supervised at All Times Appropriate to The…591-1-1-.32

      Associated with Investigation 591-1-1-.32(7) requires that children be supervised at all times appropriate to the individual age, needs and capabilities of each child. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. "Supervision" means that the appropriate number of Staff membe

    • Associated with Investigation 591-1-1-.31(13) Prohibits Center Staff From Committing Any Criminal Act, as Defined Under…591-1-1-.31

      Associated with Investigation 591-1-1-.31(13) prohibits Center Staff from committing any criminal act, as defined under Georgia law, in the presence of any child enrolled in the Center and requires Center staff to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. It was determined based on an investigation that on April 26, 2024, a staff member was on their phone while a 1-year-old child sustained

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