Easter Seals North Georgia - Columbia
1275 CLARENDON AVENUE, AVONDALE ESTATES, GA 30002Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 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.4 / 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.2 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality Rated rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 103
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:8 16 Preschool 1:18 36
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Child Development Associate (CDA)
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (1), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Oct 14, 20253 Findings3 Important
- 591-1-1-.10(4) Requires That if Diapers Are Changed on a Diaper Changing Surface591-1-1-.10
591-1-1-.10(4) requires that if diapers are changed on a diaper changing surface, the surface shall be smooth, nonporous, and equipped with a guard or rails to prevent falls. Between each diaper change, the diaper changing surface shall be cleaned with a disinfectant and dried with a single-use disposable towel. It was determined based on observation that the changing pad in classroom B -2 yrs was
- 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 potential hazards were accessible to children on this date: Classroom B -There was an unlocked storage closet with a plastic bag. Classroom D- 2's Potty Trained Only -There was a stapler on a shelf at th
- 591-1-1-.33(4) Requires Within the First Year of Employment591-1-1-.33
591-1-1-.33(4) requires within the first year of employment, the Director and person with primary responsibility for food preparation shall have four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning, preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage. It was determined based on a review of records that Staff # 6, hired November 1, 2020 and Staff # 16, hired November 1, 2021, did not have
May 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Associated with Complaint 591-1-1-.15(9) Requires That a Written Statement Be on File From a Medical Authority When A…591-1-1-.15
Associated with Complaint 591-1-1-.15(9) requires that a written statement be on file from a medical authority when a child requires a modified diet for medical reasons and from the child's Parent(s) when a child requires a modified diet for religious reasons. All care giver Personnel shall be informed of the diet restriction for the child and only food that complies with the prescribed dietary re
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