Moultrie YMCA Child Care Center
601 26TH AVENUE S.E., MOULTRIE, GA 31768Childery 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.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
- 190
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jan 28, 20263 Findings3 Important
- Staff Stated Proper Knowledge of Diapering Procedures591-1-1-.10
Staff stated proper knowledge of diapering procedures. Finding 591-1-1-.10(6) requires cCenter sStaff to keep any items which might harm a child out of a child's reach. It was determined based observation that the changing tables in classrooms D, F and G contained hazardous items. *D, F &G contained wipes labeled keep out of reach of children. * Hand sanitizer and gloves
- 591-1-1-.12(2) Requires That All Equipment and Furniture Be Free From Hazardous Conditions Such As, but Not Limited To,…591-1-1-.12
591-1-1-.12(2) requires that all equipment and furniture be free from hazardous conditions such as, but not limited to, sharp rough edges or toxic paint
- 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
Feb 25, 20251 Finding1 Important
- 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
Sep 4, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 591-1-1-.26(9) Requires the Playground to Be Kept Clean591-1-1-.26
591-1-1-.26(9) requires the playground to be kept clean, free from litter and free of hazards, such as but not limited to rocks, exposed tree roots and exposed sharp edges of concrete. It was determined that the door of the storage building on the large playground had sharp edges at the base. Additionally on this date spider webs were observed in several playhouses and play equipment on this date.
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