Finding the right child care provider doesn’t have to be hard
Finding and affording the best available early learning and care option for your family’s individual needs is an important decision that can feel overwhelming and confusing.
Our child care referral experts will help you understand your child care program choices and determine the best fit for your family.
Finding and affording child care
What types of child care are available?
Child care programs, much like families, are unique. There is no one-size-fits-all solution, so it's important to be aware of your options before starting your search for a provider. In Georgia, there are two types of licensed child care programs: Family child care learning homes (FCCLH) and child care learning centers.
How to choose a child care provider
Selecting a child care provider becomes much simpler when you understand what characteristics indicate a quality program and have guidance on the steps you should take during your search process. To help you get started, we have broken down the steps for you, listed organizations that can help, and provided printable checklists to use during your search.
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Find a child care provider near you
No matter where you are in Georgia – from Dalton to Atlanta to Savannah to Valdosta and everywhere in between – our 877-ALL-GA-KIDS referral experts are here to help you find high-quality child care, Georgia Pre-K, afterschool, and summer camp programs that meet your specific needs. This is a completely free, confidential, and personalized service for all Georgia families.
The 877-ALL-GA-KIDS call center referral specialists are available on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. til 6:00 p.m., except on Fridays when the call center closes at 5:00 p.m. All messages left after hours will be returned the following business day.
877-ALL-GA-KIDS is funded by The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) through the federal Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) grant.
Learn more Call 877-ALL-GA-KIDS (877-255-4254)
Need help with the cost of child care?
Because child care is expensive and many families need assistance affording safe, reliable, and nurturing care, we provide limited tuition assistance to Georgia families who meet the eligibility criteria through our BOOST Scholarship programs.
Additionally, we are a Georgia Gateway partner and our 877-ALL-GA-KIDS free call center can assist you with questions and help you apply for state subsidies, such as the Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) program.
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“QCC made it safe for me to work without worrying about whether I have someone to keep my granddaughter and I could work and pay my bills without worrying about paying full child care payments. ”