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Childery

K.C.'s 24 Hr. Child Care Center

5119 HIGHWAY 278 NE, COVINGTON, GA 30014Childery Rating: 3/5

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Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    3 / 5
  • Process Quality
    4 / 5
  • Structural Quality
    3 / 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
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Licensed capacity
171
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 2026 · 5 Findings
Most recent: Mar 5, 2026⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
5 Important

Across 2 inspections since 2026, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1), and Child Transportation Safety (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.

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  1. Mar 5, 20263 Findings3 Important
    • Center Menu Meets USDA Guidelines591-1-1-.15

      Center menu meets USDA guidelines. Finding 591-1-1-.15(2)(f) requires that food for infants or children less than one (1) year of age be cut into pieces one- quarter inch or smaller and food for toddlers shall be cut into pieces one-half inch or smaller to prevent choking. It was determined based on observation the tropical fruit and broccoli spears were not cut into pieces one-half inch or smalle

    • Please Ensure That the Fence Prongs Are Not Loose and All Mats Are Flushed to the Ground and Are in Good Condition.591-1-1-.26
    • A Current/completed Inspection Was Observed for All Vehicles Used in Transporting Children This Date591-1-1-.36

      A current/completed inspection was observed for all vehicles used in transporting children this date. Comment Paperwork, checklist, permission forms, annual inspection form and proper check of the vehicle after transportation were discussed with the director. Comment The vehicle had an approved fire extinguisher and first aid kit on this date. Finding 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. requires that all transpor

  2. Jan 20, 20262 Findings2 Important
    • 591-1-1-.25(3) Requires the Center and Surrounding Premises to Be Kept Clean, Free of Debris and in Good Repair591-1-1-.25

      591-1-1-.25(3) requires the Center and surrounding premises to be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center. It was determined based on observation that chipping and peeling paint was observed

    • 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

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