Grayson Academy
Data last updated · May 2026
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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality Rated rating of Level 2. 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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 194
- 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1), Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 27, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Associated with Investigation 591-1-1-.15(9) Requires That a Written Statement Be on File From a Medical Authority When…591-1-1-.15
Associated with Investigation 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 caregiver Personnel shall be informed of the diet restriction for the child and only food that complies with the prescribed dietary
Feb 24, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Associated with Complaint 591-1-1-.11(1) Requires That Disciplinary Actions Used to Correct a Child's Behavior,…591-1-1-.11
Associated with Complaint 591-1-1-.11(1) requires that disciplinary actions used to correct a child's behavior, guidance techniques and any activities in which the children participate or observe at the Center shall not be detrimental to the physical or mental health of any child. It was determined based on investigative findings that on January 28, 2025, a staff member redirected a three-year-old
May 31, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Director Provided Nine File(s) for Employees Hired Since Last Visit on December 21, 2023591-1-1-.09
Director provided nine file(s) for employees hired since last visit on December 21, 2023. Finding 591-1-1-.09(1)(g) requires the Center to maintain valid evidence of a satisfactory Comprehensive Records Check Determination at the Child Care Learning Center for the Director and each Employee (including Students-in-Training, Volunteers, independent contractors and residents age 17 and older) for the
Dec 21, 20231 Finding1 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 hazards were observed and accessible to children: -Classroom 3-L contained wipes and a plastic bag in four of the children's black cubby bags that were hanging from the cubby hooks.